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Hi guys, I'm very happy to finally get my PR after 7 and a half months! As a matter of record, I did my application on my own. I wish patience and best luck to all waiting applicants. And for those wishing to apply research, research and research.....

In the same boat with many of you. Waiting..........

Hi everyone, Just an update for my case, immi requested documents for nomination on 2/3/2016. The end of the tunnel is coming...

Hi everyone, Just an update, it's been almost 5 months since nomination and application but have no news yet from immi. I reckon I'll have to wait at least another month according to the last visa grants. Many thanks to all guys who update their visa status in the forum.

Hi all, Just uploaded my 186 timeline. I will update as soon as I have news.

Hi Derren, Thanks a lot for your detailed reply. I understand it is very confusing to obtain an electrician's license in Australia. Actually, in my opinion, it seems like they don't want overseas electricians. Even though I like working as an electrician, I think I will go for another occupation since I hold a BSc in Electrical Engineering for which I have been assessed by Engineers Australia as an Engineering Technologist. This occupation, on the other hand, requires more than 60 points because it has reached the occupation ceiling. Anyway, I believe I will find the path which will lead me to Oz. Thanks again, Paris

Hi all Many thanks to you guys for sharing your experiences and knowledge. I am a newbie in the forum and would like your opinion, especially from experts. I am interested in migrating to Australia as an electrician. I did some research on the web regarding the procedure (steps) so as to work as an electrician and I gathered the following information, if I am right... 1. First of all, skills and qualifications assessement is required. Depending on the country of residence you must either apply for the OSAP, MSA or 457 program of TRA or VETASSES for trades.Since my country of residence is not a nominated one, I will have to have my skills and qualifications assessed through the TRA / MSA program. (2 months wait time, $1000 fee) 2. Next step is to apply for ARTC program of TRA but only if you live in Australia and hold at least a temporary work visa(???). How is this possible ? (3 months wait time, $930 fee) 3. Apply to energy safety of state/territory for electrical license. Do some courses and take exams. (ap. 1 month, ap. $2000 expenses) 4. Find a supervised electrician job and complete the log book. Get paid ap. $22.50 per hour. (min: 4 months, max: 12 months) 5. Then you can apply for the unrestricted license. I don't know if I have forgotten any step or if i am mistaking, if so please correct me. Does anyone have recent experience with ARTC application's requirements and how to overcome them? Cheers Paris