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2 minutes ago, Hex said:

I wonder what happens to interim cards that expire due to these new longer waiting periods. They only valid for 1 year currently. 

You can reapply and extend it for a further year as far as I'm aware

Just now, MP007 said:

Hi All,

I've applied for TRN stream on 28th Sep 2017 and my status is still "Received".

This week my 457 will expire. Just wondering do I need to apply for Bridging visa or it's not required?

Cheers

Hey @MP007

  Check your immi account, but you would more than likely be granted a BVA automatically upon lodging your visa application. The BVA will come into effect when your current visa expires.

Sure there are a few exceptions, but sounds like a normal case...

@Jean Valjean

you might have to wait a little longer with bread theft on your police record.... 

17 minutes ago, Hex said:

Has anyone tried going through the priority processing? 

Apparently there is also a "decision priority processing" process that only agents can use. 
- http://www.themigrationplace.com/2013/01/29/are-you-eligible-for-priority-processing/

Hey @Hex

If you look at the date, that article is from 2013, and I believe they have scrapped that priority processing since then...

huge congrats @pzuk, so happy for you!! Enjoy the result and your happily ever after!!

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2018/jul/20/australia-ethnic-segregation-minister-alan-tudge

.....could see a 'values test' for applicants to gain PR in the not too distant future.....

10 hours ago, Anh Bui said:

Could I please ask if anyone experience like me. 

I applied TRT on 10/01/18, every 3 months I uploaded pay slips. However, my application still say “last updated 10/01/2018”, although i check details of application, it said “received” for every pay slips file i uploaded and dated rightly (03/18).

Appreciate any help.

Hey @Anh Bui

that "Last Updated" box means the last time the department updated your application, so don't worry; your attachments are all uploaded if they say 'received', and the next time that 'last updated' box will change is when the department actually make a move with your application! Good luck!

1 hour ago, CNA said:

Hello Guys, 

Need guidance or help on Nomination

I have applied ENS186 Direct Entry on 31 Jan 2018 as Quality Manager and sponsorship by current company. But Now, there is merger going on between my current company and new company as result, they have created new ABN number and minor change in company name. 

Is there any possibility for nomination refusal due change in sponsorship ? I have asked my MA but so far MA has not provided any information on this.

It would be great if you guide me on this so i can take measure before department actually refuse my nomination.

Cheers

X 

59 minutes ago, Parkesy said:

Somebody might be able to tell you about their experience but your RMA should be the one giving you the guidance. What you pay them for!

Parkesy has hit the nail on the head here...talk to you MA immediately.

I had a similar thing happen....Nomination submitted, mid application the company made the ABN insolvent and started a new one for business purposes, I asked would it affect my application, HR said no...three months later, nomination refused.

I would suggest you need to talk to your MA straight away, as there are 'change of circumstances' forms you can submit; and as long as the role is the same and the business is classed as an 'associated entity' then you should be fine, however you do need to action it ASAP.

Hope this helps, and I really really don't want to make you stress as it sounds like your case is different to mine, however I would certainly start calling that MA of yours!

28 minutes ago, ABL23 said:

Hi All,

A quick question on VEVO...

I have a current 457 which expires 2019 and applied for DE 186 earlier this year, can I check the application status of the DE 186  on VEVO or only my current 457 visa status?

Many thanks.

Hey, as far as I know you can only check current visa. Someone correct me if I'm wrong

7 minutes ago, W4V said:

Mate she applied for 186 and dept. officer confirmed her case will be finalized in 2-3 months she mentioned this as well in her post

7 minutes ago, W4V said:

did you tried calling department office or is there any option to e-mail them for status?? by the way.. what status shows in your immi account??

she mentions the status of the application in her original post. stones/glass house champ

57 minutes ago, Hilary said:

Is there anyone here applying for both nomination and visa in mid April 2017 and still waiting?

My timeline’s as below:

13/04/2017: Nomination and visa application

07/09/2017: Two Department officers (not case officer) visited my office to interview me regarding my 186 TRT application.

No news / updates since then!

Occupation: Conference and Event Organiser

ImmiAccount Status: received (for both nomination and visa)

HR country with 2 people included in the application.

that increase is huge, especially for DE...they should offer a refund of the fees if you applied and the waiting time increases by more than 20-30%. We all knew that the time could increase/decrease, but technically they could increase it to 4-5 years, and we wouldnt have any options other than to wait or leave empty handed. The increase is making me reconsider how much longer we stay here as second class citizens paying a first-class fare; NZ or Canada are looking more and more attractive. Shame

1 hour ago, KKD said:

hey buddy, im so lost.  I will have to think about it before make next move, if anyone has any suggestion, please let me know.  Gosh this is crazy, I have been a hard worker for many years, can't believe this is what i got.  but life goes on, i must keep moving.  

Hey @KKD....I had a nomination refusal too, it literally turned my world upside down; wont post details here, but safe to say a panic attack or two later, I reapplied. My only bit of advise would be step 1. take some time to leave it settle and think about things. Emotions are running high, and any decision may have a little spite/frustration in it. Is this where you want to be etc etc. then, if you think you can handle another application, step 2. go to a personal migration agent for a consultation if you havent already, not one associated with your employer. Get all your options, not just employer sponsored. 

I won't lie, the second application is harder...you know the possibility of a refusal, and it just adds to the anxiety of the wait. Feels like I've been waiting since last April!

Either way, if I or anyone else here can help, just let us know; also keep us informed, as your misfortune might be able to aid someone else in their application. Thats why the forum is here in my opinion; support and advice 

2 hours ago, Kashif.Iqbal said:

@Parkesy

I'm waiting for your reply bro.

Hey @Kashif.Iqbal, not really sure what reply you are waiting for, I couldn't see a question? If its about the misunderstanding, just move on, and lets keep this positive. The process is hard enough without us fighting amongst ourselves! Genuinely wish you the best of luck, regardless of country, culture or creed! 

5 minutes ago, pnm59 said:

OMG I got it. Just now. 

applied 6th June as Finance Manager - now finalised.

Can't believe it. 

I can actually see the sincerity in this message, felt like I was just part of you finding out!! big congrats, thats great news

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2018/may/04/unions-and-business-groups-unite-to-oppose-cuts-to-immigration

Some good news!

In a rare alliance, the Australian Council of Trade Unions, the Australian Industry Group and a suite of national peak bodies have said they collectively “affirm that Australia’s permanent migration program is essential to Australian society and economy and do not support any reduction to the scheme”.

“Our permanent migration program has been central to Australia’s economic and social development and will be critical to Australia’s future as a productive and globally integrated economy and society.”

1 minute ago, leogao said:

can anyone please give me the link of form( no idea the name of it) that shows details and timelines of 186 applicants?

you mean this one??

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1INy6sxuUIisgLOT7CcskWLjQjHV_6yVvUBRHceWE_a0/edit#gid=1244798606

hang on....did we all just agree......no arguments......GO TEAM

1 minute ago, martec said:

Did you actually sign such a letter and provided it together with the rest of the documentation for your visa? Or is it a declaration included in the form 80 that I forgot about it? I have applied for a 186 DE, I'm aware of the moral obligation etc etc, but I've never heard of the need a signed letter.  

I don't think it's a standalone form or anything, I think its one of those 'by submitting your application you agree that you intend to work int he position for 2 years', I dont remember signing a letter for it anyway....correct me if I'm mistaken please!!

22 minutes ago, rahul?? said:

my company's financial is in loss and how big issue id that.

I would say its a pretty major issue...if they are in loss, then they will not be able to support you as an employee for two years, not even sure how they are paying your wage and super etc at the moment....so wouldnt meet the nomination requirement...I'd ask your MA, or if you dont have one, get one as soon as you can

2 minutes ago, Ozdream1 said:

Hey guys...

I FINALLY received the golden email.... I can't be more happy.. My PR has been granted

• Occupation: Marketing
• Direct Entry
• Onshore
• LR
• Nomination / Visa application lodged in December 2016... (Yeah long time ago... LOL)
• Nomination and visa approved on same day.
• No extra requested documents

I've been addicted to this forum and my immigration account over the last 17 months...Way too much! believe me   It has been helpful sometimes but I've been also very upset when people provides misleading information or when people shares weird theories (example: Only unskilled people waits long time, only people who works for small companies etc etc

this is mostly Bulls*****  and very irritating to read    I guess,  this is just luck of the draw seriously 

I can now enjoy my freedom and good luck to everyone, but especially to people who have been waiting forever.

I keep my fingers crossed for the 2016 applicants!!!!!!

@AJSAJS: You're NEXT!!!!!!!  

 

ah wow, congrats!!!! thats awesome, must be such a weight off. Enjoy the first weekend of PR!!!!!

9 hours ago, stevecbx said:

Oh good then I found another person who is on the same boat? How did you go then? Did you reapply the nomination or appeal to court?

The reason was immigration excuse, you may think I am being skeptical but it is true. Same financial information, only applied one month apart why one was refused and one was approved? I know from the BASs and IASs that were submitted the company I work for was in loss figure but again why refused one and approved another one. I do not think they have a clear guideline or benchmark, it will be depending on the CO's "Personal Assessment"

I do not know the exact turnover but there is a minimum yearly figure that a company has to meet before EVEN approve as a sponsor. So once the company is approved then they can nominate. Do not worry too much man. If you want to ease your mind, ask someone who is handling the accounts in your company, see the BAS that were submitted for your nomination

check the total amount that ATO owes the company against the total amount the company has to pay to ATO, plus if you have the latest superannuation statement from ATO portal. If those figures positive, I am 1000% that immigration cannot refuse your application on financial ground of the company.

Anyway, I really need to know what you did after your nomination was refused, whether you reapply or appeal?

cheers

 

 

Unfortunately yes, same boat....slowly sinking....and my bucket is slightly too small to keep me afloat! 

So my case was a little different; the company changed the ABN, and despite me asking a million times would that affect my visa, they said no no no, it'll be fine...it wasnt fine. To be fair, I have to take some responsibility, as I should have checked with an MA instead of trusting them....but thats what seems to be a big issue around this forum, trust, who can you trust and who can't you. I didn't appeal the decision, and withdrew the application......that was painful!

So I've left that company, as after that refusal they got a bit weird, and things didnt feel right, and I wouldve been lying to sign another doc saying I want to work there 2 years. So I've joined a very very small start-up.....theres just two of us...so we are cash positive and making a profit as we have very low overheads, all paid up to ATO, have a quality accountant who is looking after our books, but still, having such a low turnover in the grand scheme of things is a worry. I've seen all the BAS statements, and yeah....would be interested to see what that lowest turnover would be, as my MA didnt even mention it...If someone had an idea of that figure, it would be greatly appreciated. 

But if I were you, I would of course follow the advise of an MA, as like it or not, they are the pros, we are just assuming and guessing the majority of the time, but from my amateur perspective, looks like you have good grounds for an appeal....I mean, the department has to show consistency, and not approve/reject depending on the mood of the day...

I'm with you @Bellabonkers, dogs all the way

1 hour ago, stevecbx said:

My Nomination was refused today

Accountant

Nomination & Application applied on 27 Nov 17

The basis of the refusal is attached.

The funny part is my work mate whose  application was prepared by me using the very same documents for the nomination was granted his PR last month.

My MA said, I have option to reapply the nomination or contest the result to MRT. 

I also can apply through skilled independent visa though, almost 3-5 years Australian work experience  Personally, I do not like work my current employer anymore. I'd love to change a job, but to find a company whose willing to sponsor me on 457 will take quite a bit of time.

So, can anyone suggest?

 

02052018170741-0001.pdf

Ah man, really sorry to read this. I've had my previous nomination refused, and it is really really shit. The reasons they gave you are actually quite worrying, especially if a similar application was approved a month before, and the amount of staff you have. Definitely agree with other posts that it depends on the CO, but I also think we are seeing a shift in the rules of what the turnover needs to be in order to show that it can support an employee.....really worrying that your nomination was refused on that basis as my new nomination is with a small start up company, so trying to show that it will be able to support you is going to be tougher than a company of your size. 

Also not sure how they can make that decision when you are actually employed in that position and the company are paying you....right? head-scratcher...

By the sounds of things, skilled independent is the way to go. Keep us up to date though, as journeys like yours are the main educational part of this forum, even if it has lifted my anxiety level from 10 to 11.....!

11 hours ago, Unknown said:

Hi guys, lets make a WhatsApp group for sc186 updates.

Hey there; think people would be sceptical of giving their personal details for whatsapp to someone who's new to the forum who has the username 'Unknown' 

Just now, Bellabonkers said:

Hi,

yes I was aware of this and I responded as everyone else did saying ‘Yes still waiting’ 

That was in Feb...

that same person has clearly decided to just go on a spreadsheet cleanse rampage ... over a month later! (As detailed in my post!) 

Extremely frustrating....

 

and just to further this; my companies nomination was refused and I had updated the spreadsheet with reasons for others to see....it was removed within a short period of time.....not sure why refused applications are removed, would be good to see reasons and dates, and how they align with shifts in policies instead of scrolling back through 1598 pages of posts. Also not sure if it is the same 'anonymous' couldve been another person.

@Tiziana happy birthday, and send you positive vibes for an approval today!!!!!

15 hours ago, cristinamia said:

Hi Admin, and forum people,

If needed for your spreadsheet, here are my applications details:

Name    CI
Country HR/LR    LR 
"No. ppl"    1
"Stream Transition/ Direct/ Agreement"    Transition
Location (for DE only)    Onshore
"Nomin. Date 27-02-18
"Visa date  27-02-18
"1) DATE contacted by CO 2) WHICH document/s was/were requested by the CO?"    N/A
"Nom Grant Date Pending 
"Visa Grant Date  Pending 
Processing team    No clue
Comments / Application status (0 Finalised)    Received
Processing Time (Days) - Current Average = TBA Days    
How many days have I been waiting?    51
Occupation    Accountant General
Overall Months    1.7
Occupation list    MLTSSL
SKILL LEVEL    1

 

Good Luck to everybody!!!

Added; feel free to edit it yourself!

all the best with the application! 

17 minutes ago, mjayy said:

@sbrowne9 I would suggest you to upload bank statements with payment received from other companies wile you were sponsored by a company. Then you can try your Nomination Attempt #3.

I wasn't going to reply @mjayy, but you've got me...

So, unfortunately you are diverting from the misinformation and wrong answers you are putting to the forum and making it a tad personal at me and @ring3018, which isn't a great direction but I get it, defensive. Even in your insult you are still wrong which is hilarious.....the nomination was refused....why would I upload my personal documents to the business nomination? This refusal was pretty down-putting for me and my partner through no fault of my own, and I've come to the forum to help others through the knowledge I've gained, and also find a group of like minded people,  you don't seem to be one of them, but that's fine, I don't expect everyone to see things the same way. 

Would you like to admit that the information you've put forward was incorrect? Or should we all trust the mighty mjayy who has been part of the forum for two months over the advice of a registered migration agent; if you dont have a 457 visa, withdraw your Direct Entry application immediately, and if you applied onshore and your Bridging Visa A has 'NIL' in the working conditions box, then immigration are lying, and you can still only work for previous 457 sponsor.....