Allie

How about Conference and Event Organizer? Saw it in the CSOL. What are the visa options for this occupation?

In 2014, my partner and I took the initial steps of checking visa options for Australia. A friend referred me to a migration agent. Based on her initial assessment, she said that we are eligible for permanent visa under Hotel/Motel Manager occupation. We signed up with her to be our agent. As I do my own research, I came across a more suitable occupation for both of us. My partner - Conference and Events Organizer and myself - Customer Service Manager. Found out about this, a couple of days after our documents were lodged with Vetassess. Good thing we were still able to have it changed on time. However, later on as I consulted other people through Pomz in Oz forums, I learned that we were somehow incorrectly advised by our migration agent. Hence, we have ceased transacting with her after spending huge amount of money on the fees. My partner received positive skills assessment from Vetassess however only 3 years were credited at that time. He has the following points so far: Age (43 y/o): 15 points English Language (L:8.5; R:7; W:7, S:7): 10 points Overseas Employment in nominated skilled occupation or a closely related occupation - (Positive skills assessment of 3 years from Vetassess received last year) : 5 points Educational Qualification (Bachelor's Degree): 15 points By this time, he has incurred an additional 2 years of relevant work experience in his nominated skill hence his points will go up to 10 (for 5 years) and we are looking into the option of skilled regional visa to gain additional 10 points to complete the 60 points. I saw that Conference and Events Organizer is not in the SOL however it's on the CSOL list. What is the difference between the two lists? What are the chances for skills under Conference and Events Organizer this year? Not sure if all states have updated their lists. I was wondering if he can reapply this year under Cafe & Restaurant Manager instead, which he has available supporting documents to submit (he handles both catering sales and restaurant operations). As for myself, I received negative outcome on my skills assessment under Customer Service Manager but I wish to try again under Hotel/Motel Manager after gaining relevant additional years of experience. Please see details pertaining to me: Age (37 y/o): 25 points English Language (L:8.5; R:9; W:7.5, S:7.5): 10 points Overseas Employment in nominated skilled occupation or a closely related occupation - 3 years (Duty Manager) Educational Qualification (Bachelor's Degree): 15 points We are looking into 489 visa option and wish to get insights on how to go about it. In 2014, my partner and I took the initial steps of checking visa options for Australia. A friend referred me to a migration agent. Based on her initial assessment, she said that we are eligible for permanent visa under Hotel/Motel Manager occupation. We signed up with her to be our agent. As I do my own research, I came across a more suitable occupation for both of us. My partner - Conference and Events Organizer and myself - Customer Service Manager. Found out about this, a couple of days after our documents were lodged with Vetassess. Good thing we were still able to have it changed on time. However, later on as I consulted other people through Pomz in Oz forums, I learned that we were somehow incorrectly advised by our migration agent. Hence, we have ceased transacting with her after spending huge amount of money on the fees. My partner received positive skills assessment from Vetassess however only 3 years were credited at that time. He has the following points so far: Age (43 y/o): 15 points English Language (L:8.5; R:7; W:7, S:7): 10 points Overseas Employment in nominated skilled occupation or a closely related occupation - (Positive skills assessment of 3 years from Vetassess received last year) : 5 points Educational Qualification (Bachelor's Degree): 15 points By this time, he has incurred an additional 2 years of relevant work experience in his nominated skill hence his points will go up to 10 (for 5 years) and we are looking into the option of skilled regional visa to gain additional 10 points to complete the 60 points. I saw that Conference and Events Organizer is not in the SOL however it's on the CSOL list. What is the difference between the two lists? What are the chances for skills under Conference and Events Organizer this year? Not sure if all states have updated their lists. I was wondering if he can reapply this year under Cafe & Restaurant Manager instead, which he has available supporting documents to submit (he handles both catering sales and restaurant operations). As for myself, I received negative outcome on my skills assessment under Customer Service Manager but I wish to try again under Hotel/Motel Manager after gaining relevant additional years of experience. Please see details pertaining to me: Age (37 y/o): 25 points English Language (L:8.5; R:9; W:7.5, S:7.5): 10 points Overseas Employment in nominated skilled occupation or a closely related occupation - 3 years (Duty Manager) Educational Qualification (Bachelor's Degree): 15 points We are looking into 489 visa option and wish to get insights on how to go about it.

Thanks for sharing @Jimmyt2010. It gave me hope. Really stressed out. Any additional tips?

Hi Abid! I'm on the same boat. What was the outcome of your case?