jess6
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My apologies for not reading the sarcasm.
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You're so positive Love it. I kind of think that your file should be picked up soon as Software Engineer is quite sought after Have a great weekend
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Congrats
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DIBP does not only processes citizenships, they also process visas. A lot of people and businesses are currently impacted by growing processing times for work or partner visas (permanent or not). As an example, I personally applied for my PR in June 2016, processing times were estimated at around 6 months back then. I have been waiting for more than 11 months incl. 4 months on BVA. And I am not the only one in that situation. FYI - As I was checking on my PR application status today in my immi account, I just saw the below notification: "Australian citizenship applications The changes to the requirements to become an Australian citizen will come into effect, and apply to applications made from the date of the Government’s announcement on 20 April 2017. The changes will not apply to applications made before 20 April 2017. Applicants will receive communication on the implementation of these measures and any additional information and documentation that may be required to support their application."
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I had heard of this too. Not sure how I feel about this to be honest.
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Thanks for this!
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I guess you are mentioning this article: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-05-22/citizenship,-visa-grant-waiting-times-may-increase/8548012 These cuts seem to have already happened. "The department has revealed 355 staff have gone from the visa and citizenship section since the beginning of the financial year." "He said rapid growth in all categories of visa applications had a bigger impact on waiting times than staff cuts." It looks like the department is looking into automating some parts of the process.
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I agree, this is even more disturbing to see similar occupations being approved before ours. This seems such a random process... Oh my god, yours is from 2015!!!
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Congrats, that's awesome!
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They called your mobile? Did they leave a message?
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Thanks for this - I did not know that the employer could ask the employer to pay for the nomination fees!
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I hope you are right
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I hope you do
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It would be worth indeed, I had heard pretty much this: http://harwoodandrews.com.au/news/2014/5/15/the-dangers-of-misinterpreting-permanent-residence-status Canada for example has been quite strict about people getting PR and then leaving.
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So the employer can ask the employee to pay for the nomination fees? Quick question so I am sure to understand, what is that form for: https://www.border.gov.au/WorkinginAustralia/Documents/declaration-form-visa-applicant.pdf#search=declaration form sponsorship
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I guess browsing the spreadsheet may give you a better understanding https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1INy6sxuUIisgLOT7CcskWLjQjHV_6yVvUBRHceWE_a0/edit#gid=1244798606
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What do you mean you employer charged you for the sponsorship? Your employer is not allowed to charge you for the nomination. My employer paid for the nomination and also for a large chunk of my application. Also, when you apply, you give your word to the Australian government that you want to remain 2 years with your employer. If you do not intend to do that, you are doing a false declaration to the Australian government. I have no idea if coming back for holidays will maintain your PR, I would think that the only way to retain PR would be to have your main residence in Australia but I might be wrong.
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@ScottieGirl is right - obtaining PR will not get you back to Australian in 20+ years. PR is not permanent, it is a 5 years visa. If you do not come back within these 5 years, you will lose it. If you were about to get your Citizenship, that'd be different. If your career is the most important thing in your life, then go for it. There are plenty of sunny places in Europe where you will be able to afford a nice little place and retire later. I know a Finnish woman who moved to Spain with her daughter. She is super happy. I also have two French friends who built their life in Barcelona and love it.
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It looks like it is faster if both Employer Nomination and Employee Application get submitted together. It takes generally 8 to 10 months for the nomination to be open. If your application has been submitted at the same time, it is very likely that the same case officer will process your application just after the nomination approval!
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1. Yes, your employer needs to nominate your for a 186 transition visa 2. Exactly 2 years after should be fine. 3. 8 to 10 months - but you can see some being approved in 6 months Good luck!
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They seem to have asked a proof of de facto and Australian citizenship to her partner?
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Thanks for sharing - yeah my MA started reaching out recently - I applied June 20 so I am hitting the 11th month on Saturday. So thankful that the timeline went down.
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I am literally crossing all my fingers >.< Hitting the 11 months in 3 days.
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Hey guys - DE applicants (between April and July last year) Have you reached out to your MA or to immi during the last days? I am surprised that the timelines haven't been updated (http://www.border.gov.au/about/access-accountability/service-standards/global-visa-citizenship-processing-times) and I wonder if any of you have heard any rumours about the maximum DE timelines being potentially increased.
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I think we won't know it until our case is open.
