DT55

On 28/03/2019 at 18:31, Lauren & Luke said:

Thank you for clearing that up for me - I thought I may have getting it wrong. I'm glad I asked.

So on the 189 after the 5 years would we need to re-apply for another 5 years on the 189 or would it mean if we were to have citizenship then we no longer require a visa?

Just trying to get it right in my head.

Thank you for replying - We appreciate it

Lauren 

You can (currently) apply for citizenship after 4 years which would remove the need to bother with the RRV

Sorry... Ignore. Just realised this is about your sister

10 hours ago, Pneill said:

Just to make this a bit clearer sorry. My mum and dad and sister move to australia as my dad was a welder in 1983 they all became permanent residance. I was then born in australia in 1985 my mum and dad divorced so mum moved bck to Scotland and the travel time ended 1992. I have spoke to the world embassy centre and they have said that once ur a PR that u always have it but with the teavel date running out she just needa to reapply which she should get. So no she didn't have kids on her PR as she was on my mother's passport as a child and she's been for holidays to see out dad over the years. So what I'm wondering is what visas would the children be entitled to? Done some digging and their is quite a few thwy can get. 

If you were born in Australia to permanent residents doesn't that make you an Australian citizen?

17 minutes ago, Rossmoyne said:

Personally I would be sorting your 2nd child's citizenship first as it would surely make your application for your husbands spousal visa stronger.

Why would it make any difference? They have been married for 17 years with 2 kids so from the info given he surely qualifies. No reason not to sort out both at the same time as far as i can see?

5 hours ago, CantFindANameNotTaken987 said:

Thank you Raul, that is very helpful indeed! Would a full time Masters not be long enough then, I wonder? I'm assuming it would have to be full time study?

Will have a good look and check on the UQ programmes/email to check about the CIRCOS accreditation. 

I think it is the shots that have to be given 6 months in advance, although I'm not sure if he has already had the rabies as it may be less. 

With the fees per state for schools, is this payable in advance to the school or some kind of tax direct to the council?  Any idea how far in advance I should be checking out the schools for spaces? Also is there a site to compare school results/get an idea of the differences in each area?

Really grateful for the responses!

I dont think school fees are payable in Queensland for temporary visa holders (although this may change) but be aware if you need childcare you wouldnt qualify for the government rebate meaning it would be very expensive

22 hours ago, Hitchooooo said:

@Perth314

i could not see any story on the link mate.

it is a complete distraction. My employer wanna me to back work but nomination is already withdrawn. What could I do? .... 

As has been suggested by two others, talk to a registered migration agent to see exactly where you stand

Permission for what?

1 hour ago, Oldbint14 said:

Yeh I know. My brother has already done it. Am I ok to go with him at 46 currently so probably 48/49 when we go.?

Timescale may be a bit optimistic as usually you require x years post qualification experience depending on the profession. Id run this past an agent

On 14/12/2018 at 05:04, Nandini Millar said:

Hello everyone. This year's Christmas could be our last Christmas in UK. It's exciting but at the same time I think it's going to be different experience altogether to have Christmas in summer haha. In England it's freezing cold now. How did you find your first Christmas in summer ?? Will be lovely to hear about your experiences. Me and my family are thinking to settle in Brisbane. I am thinking temperature will be really high in December. By the way merry Christmas in advance everyone

It was great. First christmas here 6 years ago. Park bbq in Caloundra follwed by a dip in the sea. Loads of people on the beach wearing santa hats.

7 hours ago, Alan Collett said:

Ditto for most of the banks these days.

Best regards.

True. But this includes no fees on overseas ATMs (or any overseas transactions) and they refund fees on the ATMs at servos etc. They also give you a few days grace if you accidentally go overdrawn. I dont say this about many banks but ive had a really good experience with ING. NAB may also provide something similar...i dont know..

9 hours ago, samipa said:

I know, not only me all of member knows migration agent is there. if i'll go to agent then why am posting in this forum??

 if you  know the answer then reply otherwise please don't .

any one knows, then please reply what are the procedure and all. its quite urgent.

But he does know the answer. If its urgent, you dont know what you're doing, and don't want to get it wrong then use a professional. You're not going to get anywhere being rude to people who are obviously trying to help

Can't you just be the secondary applicant on your wife's application? As previously suggested it might be good to talk to a MARA registered agent

If you're using a MARA registeted agent I would take their advice. I would say though that if your partner is eligiblle for PR I wouldn't wait, I would apply now (if your long term plan is to stay in Oz for good) Rules constantly change and although me may be eligible now it is possible he might not be in a few years time.

Boa sorte!

2 hours ago, Bobj said:

Look at it this way @DT55, thr Yorkies came second and the Lankies were next to the last...

Cheers, Bobj.

Ha ha! Classic! Love your outlook @Bobj!

4 hours ago, LouDYorkie said:

We have a debate often in our house, I still maintain that although House of York may have won some battles, House of Lancaster won the war!

I know the House of Lancaster won but as I'm from Yorkshire I just blatantly lie to everyone about it

I recon the war of the roses was a draw 

Hard to tell. Depends on carrier and the time of year. I pay usually between $1500-$2000 per person. Just plug the dates into expedia- should give a rough idea

It's ironic the guy works in finance.....

2 hours ago, Jupiter said:

If I'm being honest, the whole process seems very simple and it's something I'm more than capable of doing.

It might be helpful to use an agent if you've had a 3 year ban!

The book Barefoot Investor gives a good intro to Australian Super (and other money related stuff) I've gone with the HostPlus account with (really) low fees recommend in the book but as Ken says I'll only find out in another 20 years whether I made the right choice or not

1 hour ago, MJones said:

Hi, 

I completely agree wholeheartedly.  When I said 'go through the process' I meant the process of assessment, in order for us to find out what our current situation is and whether to go any further.

I can assure you I am being logical and realistic about all if this and I do have a Migration Expert, but thank you for your time and concern.

Regards

Just ensure your agent is MARA registered. Good luck!

Not enough info to help really. Whether its a better quality of life depends on where your moving from and where your moving to. Gold coast is a fairly large area with good and bad areas

1 hour ago, daveysing said:

What do you do when you apply for citizenship, can u leave the country during this time as it's taking some people 16 months until they are granted?

Yes you can. If you receive your ceremony date whilst out of the country just let them know and they'll rescedule it

1 hour ago, Harshit1 said:

Thanks. As you mentioned - If she also has a similar occupation (i.e. it's on the Skilled Occupation list under the same sub-class as you), then she can do a skills assessment, and you get another 5 points.

I'm on 457 visa with Nominated Occupation Software Engineer - 261313

And she worked as Finance officer in MNC, basic role and responsibility is to process employee reimbursement amount / salary / account reconciliation etc.. All financial activities.

Does this 5 points dependent on me in any way because you mentioned "it's on the Skilled Occupation list under the same sub-class as you as you". 

Can I get 5 points? If she is less than 50 years + good English.

Say you applied under the 189 scheme- if you wife's occupation is on the skills list covering this visa and she can pass the skills assessment then you get 5 points. Check with an agent if unsure

20 minutes ago, Lorraine1954 said:

Hi my son's police certificate does not run out until August. He wants to visit at Christmas. We have noticed that the certificate shows his old passport number which he no longer has. Will immergration accept his current police certificate or does he need to apply for a new one.

Many thanks

I'm confused. Why do you need a police certificate to travel? Don't you just need your passport?