Ahmad Shady

Hi Ahmad,

 

Thank you. My older daughter doesn't have a degree, she is a teaching assistant.

 

This might be an issue as my partner will not migrate without both daughters (and the daughter's fiancee). Any ideas?

Hi Vorni

The problem is that since your older daughter is working and has a partner, she fails the dependency test and is no longer your dependent. She'd need to qualify on her own, or her partner to qualify, so that they can move.

Any particular skills the daughter's partner may have?

Another potential pathway is for the older daughter to apply as a student here to re-skill herself into some skill that is on the occupations list. It's a costly pathway and not guaranteed a PR at the end but still possible.

Hi Vorni,

Subject to further checks of your documents and information to make sure you meet all the relevant criteria, as well as checking your point scores to make sure they are accurate, I would tentatively say it'd be possible to get you, your partner, and your 12 year old on a skilled independent visa easily.

However, the 21 year old is another story. She'd have to apply on her own as she is not considered your dependent any longer. Her occupation is currently in low demand, but we MAY BE able to explore other possible options based on her degree for instance.

Thanks for clarifying Ahmad and I do agree with everything you have said, if only ignorant employers and countries did not make it so hard for people seeking a better life.

 

KnK

Thanks KnK for the civilised discussion rarely seen on Internet forums when a disagreement ensues

I absolutely agree with you 100% and hate the fact employers are not supportive of employees or open minded but

 

1. If the DIBP or ACS contact the employer then there will be trouble, of course the probability is lower but it still exists

2. As a registered and qualified migration agent, you should follow the rules to a T. You have all the right to provide any advice you want or interpret the rules or help applicants but I would advice against doing that on an open forum.....perhaps a private message would be better

 

We all have to be practical about how we get things done, no one questions that but how you go about doing it is very important

 

KnK

Hi KnK

1- I perfectly understand the risk and I have had clients go under verification, and I explain it to them very clearly.

2- My advice above is absolutely in line with the MARA Code of Conduct. I am not breaching any acts, regulations, policies, or codes. I can't stress that enough: I am not advocating forgery or faking references. I am just suggesting that an employee might ask the employer for a genuine and truthful reference that truly and accurately represents their employment with that employer. Your employer does not have to be aware of the reason/purpose you are using this letter for. It's none of their business. You are entitled to a letter stating your period of employment and job description/duties for whatever purpose that is, as long as you are asking for the truth and nothing but the truth.

Another notable example is citizens of certain countries that I would not name here, that would be discriminated against or would even have their passports confiscated if their government finds out they are applying for Australian PR. How would they get a PCC, especially when they are asked for the purpose of it? Simply, the PCC is requested for another purpose (e.g. student visa). That is - again - the way you sometimes have to do things to get something you are entitled to (in that case, a piece of paper from your government that says you have not committed any crimes, which you certainly have not, but would not get if you simply say you want to migrate!)

Sometimes things work straightforward, sometimes they don't. Insisting on doing them the straightforward way when it will clearly fail is - IMHO - futile.

I advice against any deception and being open and truthful. The ACS or DIBP can contact your references at any time to confirm they know about your application and reason for giving this reference letter.

 

It is a lottery system of course and not every application gets picked for detailed review but there have been more than enough instances of the employers being contacted to confirm what they have provided for the applicant

 

All the best

KnK

I am pretty certain you shouldnt be given such advice as a registered Migration Agent, doesnt fill me with confidence :skeptical:

 

KnK

Hi KnK

Some employers in some countries would immediately terminate an employee if they come to know they plan to apply for immigration and depart even in the distant future, which is a form of modern slavery I have to say.

There is no deception here. It is an employee's right to get a letter of reference. I am not advocating any deception or any fabrication of references of any sort. I refuse to deal with clients who forge any documents whatsoever.

In many cases a person can only get their letter of reference from the current employer by telling them the letter is for a different purpose, otherwise they a- risk unfair dismissal/termination, b- risk not being able to get a letter from an employer that they have been working for for years on end.

Think of it again. It's the employer's fault in that case, not the employee's. Everyone is entitled to get their references from current/past employers. Everyone has the right to leave their employer after giving the agreed upon notice. No one is to be held hostage just because an employer doesn't want them to leave, and no one should be summarily dismissed for aspiring for a better life.

or for enrollment in some nondescript online postgraduate program ..... that also works with employers

Unfortunately, since your qualifications are not related to construction project management and hence your assessment will not be successful

Per VETASSESS :A highly relevant field of study is Construction Project Management, which is the studyof planning and controlling building projects (ASCED). General management degreeswithout underpinning or related studies in construction/civil engineering or buildingwould not usually be positively assessed for this occupation. Qualifications inArchitectural Studies with supporting highly relevant employment will be considered ona case-by-case basis.

Thanks for the reply. I submitted my ACS for Sys Administrator on 16 June, still no reply from ACS, should i be concerned? I heard normally all ACS evaluation is done within 2 weeks?

well no one can judge based on merely the delay

Thank you for the reply. I submitted my application for ACS on 16 June still awaiting result.

 

Also please could you let me know as my occupation is Sysem Administrator with 55 Points do i have a chace of any State Sponsorship for 190 Visa

Age = 15

Exp = 15

Education = 15

IELTS = 10

 

Any chance of SS or should i consider different occupation?

SS is quite subjective I have to say. The State/Territory government would review and decide based on internal criteria.

Hello,

Hope this is the right section of the forum to post my query.

My wife and I are considering leaving the UK, yes you guessed it because of brexit, and Oz is top of our list. However after perusing the net for a while we are coming to the conclusion that we have very little to no chance to actually get a visa of any kind.

I would be grateful if anyone could recommend an agent in Essex or London to have an initial chat about our chances to emigrate.

In the meantime here's a breakdown of our situation.

I'm 35, Italian citizen, could get a British passport fairly easily, casino manager with little to no academic qualifications.

My wife, 33, British, HEO in the civil service, law degree and LPC completed.

Plus 3 little devils age 5, 3 and 1.

We are all in good health and in a very comfortable financial situation, if it makes a difference.

Any advice? Thanks a lot.

 

 

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Hi Deckard81

I believe we can apply for skilled migration with your wife as the primary applicant as a solicitor, since she has a law degree and LPC completed.

Hi Guys,

 

 

I want to take a furnished studio apartment after reaching Australia. Is it ok to show the immigration department for me and my wife ? or it has to be a 1bhk at least.

even a small granny flat would be fine for a couple without children.

studio is fine

From an objective, strictly-migration point of view, only public debt (debt to the commonwealth, debt to state/territory governments ...etc.) would affect visa processing

What is the total fees that you charge ?

Private Message me to discuss that if you wish

can I even sponsor my wife's PR as I will be just going to australia in August and will apply the partner visa in October. Is there any condition that I have to stay for 2 years in australia before apply. After the partner visa I will apply for visit visa.

 

Do you know one of the best agents in Australia ? how much they will charge ?

No requirement to spend 2 years.

I am an Agent (check my signature)

You know my case in short. Do you think my case is complicated to organize properly without the help of an agent ? I mean only red flag or whatever my case has is the previous marriage. Rest is simple, same religion and caste marriage, arrange marriage with all proper rituals, age difference of 5 years and etc.

Religion and Caste are none of anyone's business in Australia, and the department would be way out of its jurisdiction to judge a marriage by such factors.

I wouldn't be able to judge your skills in submitting the visa, the required documents, and interpreting requirements. Some people need an agent, some people don't.

Thanks will try that.

 

I sent a copy of my new passport plus marriage cert. If they had processed it how would I know? I tried a vevo check with my new name but nothing came up still there on my maiden name.

Once they process it, new details should return a positive VEVO check

Hello Guys, should I take help of an agent or should I go ahead and apply on my own. I dont know if my case is complicated or not ?

That's up to you. Some people see agents as costly and useless, however, agents can save you time and money by avoiding pitfalls a non-professional MIGHT fall in

Thanks a lot mate for your explanation on everything and suggesting me to upload the files upfront.

But do you know how to upload the video files of our marriage online. Is it possible ?

Photos showing you with family members/guests/friends would be more than sufficient. The department officers have no time to sift through long videos

Brisbane Office are notorious for actioning 929s without acknowledging that.

Re-send your email to Skilled Support instead of Brisbane and see where it takes you.

Did you send proof of name change (e.g. marriage certificate) with the form?

Thank you for your reply! I have had a look previously, once you know which visa you are applying for, what is he process then? Is it better to go through an agent? Or do it yourself? I believe there are English tests etc?

 

Jen

Hi Jen,

Identifying a potential visa is one of the earliest steps. There are different procedures/requirements for different visas. English tests are required from most applicants, but many applicants do not require them (e.g. British, Irish, US citizens, to name a few). It depends on various factors (visa, profession, citizenship, country of education/qualification ...etc.)

You may apply on your own or go through an agent. Going through agents safeguards you from making mistakes that could be detrimental to the visa prospects, besides, relieves you from the burden of doing the research and asking yourself what-if, however, you may still do the visa on your own like many people do.

What do you mean by a false information in my skill immigration profile. I myself honestly mentioned about my marital status there which I could hide easily as it happened in Canada. But I did not do that. I was concerned that in my wife's partner visa application it might impact. But based on your reply I am little relieved.

 

Do I have to share that old marriage and div certificate. I was thinking to do that only if the CO asks for because this is not my application my wife is the main applicant. what do you guys say ?

I don't know why you assumed I am insinuating that you weren't honest. My answer simply meant that since you were forward and truthful there should be no impact, so no worries

You will need to prove you were divorced finally before your current marriage if you apply as husband and wife, you don't need it if you apply as de facto, however de facto would not be possible without living together for some time first.

1- As long as you did not provide false information in your application in 2014, No

2- No

3- Yes

4- Yes, but might - or might not - be granted.

That's very kind, thank you, but it's not that personal. It's an orthopaedic procedure to fuse the osteoarthritic joints in my left mid-foot. (Yes, ugh!!). It's just that the total back to normal, off crutches, will be about 12 weeks, and I haven't got a date for the surgery yet. Knowing my luck it'll all coincide with IMMI asking me to go for my medical. Not sure what sort of impression it would make, turning up for a medical on crutches!

As long as the operation goes ahead without dramas, should not be an issue.

A client of mine was on crutches when he passed medicals (had ACL reconstruction and meniscus removal and was still in post-op rehab/physio)

Even if you're still in recovery and can't turn up for medicals you can get them postponed with a letter from your surgeon

Thanks - any idea what would count as a compelling reason? I'm awaiting a date for orthopaedic surgery, with at least a 3 month total recovery time; or would this not count as a reason for failing the medical? I'll be totally OK afterwards so not "ill".

What kind of a surgery? What is the issue you are being treated from?

Feel free to PM me if you don't want to discuss it in public

Can somebody tell me please, when we are asked to get medicals, is there a time limit by which to have them carried out?

28 days, unless you have a compelling reason and in that case you can get an extension.