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I hate the uncertainty. What makes it worse is that 887 applicants who are overseas have their visa grants in a couple of months. Meanwhile, the people who are onshore, contributing to society (I am also in a critical sector) are left not knowing what to do. This also has an impact on my Australian partner who is getting caught in the "crossfire". Rant over

As many of you will probably know, 489 holders have been unable to travel in and out of Australia for quite a long time. Since December 488 holders can cross the border. I am a 489 holder, waiting for my 887 to be granted. I am in a full time job and De facto relationship with an Australian Citizen - my entire life is here. If I was to leave Australia for a few weeks and the COVID circumstances change and they close the borders am I likely to be stuck on the wrong side with no path back. I know nobody has a crystal ball, but input would be appreciated. Thanks

What country is the Police check? I believe not all have them so it might be a moot point.

No 1 & 4. This information can be found on the Home Affairs website. For example: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/prospective-marriage-300 or you may want to see: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/partner-onshore 3 - If you get a Subclass 300 you will have upto 9 - 15 months - Information is on the above link.

I would try and and book the direct flight. It means you won’t have the COVID red tape in intermediate countries you will have to transit through.

A photo of the same beach taken by myself this evening. It’s a great place to visit.

You still have to be on PR for 12 months. It's not like you can keep extending tourist visas and then get a passport.

Im not a teacher, but that really doesn't have anything to do with it. The PTE was fine for my visa, got me the "superior" points I needed and I am now in Australia. This link might be useful - https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/english-language/superior-english

I used PTE but I needed some online tutoring to help use a particular style of writing so the computer scores high on the written sections. I used this company, it was cheap and didn't take too much time. My score increased massively after just a few hours. https://www.e2language.com/

I said “as a rule”. I didn’t say everything and anything. But I wouldn’t consider Prospect as a nice area like Medindie. But it certainly isn’t Elizabeth.

You don't know the Adelaide property market. That would be recouped. It has been done so in the past 18 months alone. I actually followed similar advice from yourself and lost money. @Daffyduck As a rule avoid place north of North Adelaide. I wouldn't live in Prospect. Lots of Poms choose Hallett Cove. But I guess it depends if you want to integrate with the locals or not.

To be honest you will be more likely killed on some of the bizarre road layouts in Melbourne CBD. When I was in Queensland I only saw pythons and they won’t kill you. I am now in South Australia and saw 2 brown snakes in one day. Both in a nature reserve not out in the city of suburbs. One of the browns was a baby in a creek. The other was in the grass on the edge of the path, I came less than 1 Meter of it before I spotted it. The snake actively avoided me and changed direction. In Australia many popular beach’s have shark nets I prevent them getting close to humans. They also have helicopters patrolling the area looking for them.

Something to consider. To be a teacher I. Australia I think you need to have studied a degree for 4 years. In the UK it’s typically 3 years. In the past a few people have become stuck with this. I haven’t seen anything to suggest the OP has done 4 years at Uni? Happy for someone to correct me.

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I wouldn’t use this when you’re making your case. It is written in your grant notification letter so I doubt you will get any sympathy.

@MJS It looks like your 489 visa can be extended. https://www.sbs.com.au/language/english/permanent-residency-pathway-for-select-skilled-migrants-who-chose-to-stay-in-australia-during-covid

https://www.sbs.com.au/language/english/permanent-residency-pathway-for-select-skilled-migrants-who-chose-to-stay-in-australia-during-covid “In addition, the government has also decided to provide visa extensions for skilled regional (provisional visa) holders (subclass 489, 491 and 494) who remain stranded overseas due to COVID-induced border restrictions.”

It asks your "Usual Occupation" https://www.abf.gov.au/entering-leaving-australia/files/ipc-sample-english.pdf

Click view details. There is a button you need to press to confirm you have submitted the information (this might be under the documents section). Without pressing this the application won't proceed.

There is a huge skill shortage in SA. We need good people. It’s a nightmare finding skilled workers.

Excellent news for 489 and many other visa holders! https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/vaccinated-travellers

@MJS The border is now opening to 489 holders https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/vaccinated-travellers

Sorry - I thought I was replying to a different thread. I am on a different visa. Sorry!

I don’t have private…

This won’t make a difference. But as someone who is looking to buy a house in Adelaide you will need much more than this. Probably double to find a reasonable house in a reasonable suburb.