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http://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visa-1/186-

http://www.pomsinoz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=207470

Here you go mate!

Hi Racmac, it is possible to apply for a PR:

Direct Entry Stream.

You don’t even have to have a 457 to be eligible for this stream. Under Direct Entry Stream you need to obtain a skills assessment from a certifying body and have a minimum of 3 years work experience relevant to your occupation gained anywhere in the world. You must get your English tested on a particular level (IELTS 6), get your medical and character checks done. You don’t have to wait 2 years on a 457 to go through this stream. Some people are unable to get through Skill Assessment or are struggling to pass IELTS 6, therefore 2 years on 457 Visa is their “option of choice”.

Source: https://457australianworkingvisa.com

congrats! Did you apply for priority? On what grounds?

Super fast, Lodged on the 30th of November en received our grant today!!!!! We didn't have to undergo health checks nor police clearance. The application went through a MA in Sydney and we are dutchies living in Germany. Super happy and surprised how fast it went. I wish you all the best and a merry Christmas.

http://www.downundercentre.com/australian-skill-assessments

 

Speak to Wes Zandt at the Down Under Centre.

 

The DUC is the location in the UK which can assess your competencies as a carpenter with a view to issuing an AQF Certificate III, through the delegated body called the ACTS.

 

Best regards.

But what about the years of experience after receiving the Certificate 3

We've tried 2 different migration offices in the Netherlands (because we are Dutch) but, their conclusion was that I am not eligible for a skilled permanent visa,because the lack of construction experience after finishing school. I have started my studycarpentry level 3 back in 1998 and have over 15 years' experience but couldn't finish it because of certaincircumstances, therefore I have finished it recently.They said that we're not eligible for skilled visa cause the years of experience start counting after one finishes their study.