Luciana

On 29/05/2018 at 12:18, SineadK said:

We are almost on the exact same timeline, and your story sounds similar to mine although I'm not pregnant...... yet! Here's hoping for good news. Where abouts in Oz are you? 

Hi there...

So regarding your salary, it's very important that you provide immi proof that there are other people on the same position as you earning the same salary or below. 

If your salary is before, than ask your employer to increase it, otherwise you could have problems.

You can find it online on Seek job advertisements or on Payscale Australia.

In terms of timeline... I've met the deadline many, many times and my process wasn't open either, so don;t feel frustrated for getting closer to the 17th month deadline...probably the outcome would have been the same as it's now. I'm completing 24 months now... and waiting.

Yes, the waiting can drive you crazy... my advise is to go on with life, without leaving your job of course. 

Focus on things that make you feel happier and calmer... you will get through it. 

1 minute ago, Luciana said:

Yes, if you are on the bridging visa waiting for your 187 Medicare cover baby costs.

I've asked the migration agent and called immi. You have all rights any permanent would have in terms of Medicare while in the brigding visa.

The only thing you don't get it's the financial support by the Government once your baby is born... that's all.

On 29/05/2018 at 12:16, SineadK said:

Medicare doesn't cover baby costs. Requirement of my visa is private health care?

Yes, if you are on the bridging visa waiting for your 187 Medicare cover baby costs.

I've asked the migration agent and called immi. You have all rights any permanent would have in terms of Medicare while in the brigding visa.

On 23/05/2018 at 12:26, SineadK said:

I want to start a family, I'm 30 and concerned I will never be able too  Plus I'm not overly happy at sponsored job!

 

Fingers crossed x

I'm 32 and also want to start a family, and my job is the biggest challenge I've had in my life.

My advise is: don't wait. In a bridging visa you have Medicare and even if your visa is denied (hopefully not!), but you would still being able to apply for review and it would take another year or two, so plenty of time to have a baby while on Medicare.  

If you approval comes soon, great. If not, at least you are investing in another dream. 

I know it sounds bul.. but keep it positive and get busy with things you enjoy. It will be worth it.

14 hours ago, khan.shany said:

Did u call them yours 23 months have gone .have you been assigned by case officer

14 hours ago, Deza said:

Hi harry, 

Rcb, nomi,visa 3 june 2016. 

Rcb approved 22 june. 

Perth 

No news whatsoever. 

Thanks 

Same boat here! 

RCB approved in May 2016

Nomi, visa applocation in June 2016

Perth

Marketing Specialist

No news... no case officer. Just waiting...  

On 23/05/2018 at 12:25, SineadK said:

I work 6am - 5pm most days at my sponsored job and travel 40 mins each way every day so I don't have time to travel no more

Has yours been approved?

 

Do you work on weekends as well? 

What about going to the beach, finding a hobby, some activity that will help you get through the process?

My husband got really depressed and I don't wish it to anyone... he just got better after engaging in some sports.

No, I'm still waiting... 23 months.  

On 21/05/2018 at 11:17, SineadK said:

Personal Assistant

Queensland

Visa and nomination lodged August 2017. 

 

Anyone in similar situ? I'm finding it so hard to stay positive when I first lodged it was 12-1 months processing. 

Its hard but try to make the most of your waiting time... get busy, travel, do things you enjoy. 

When I applied, the deadline was max 6 months, then 10 months..then 12 months, then 16 months...etc etc. It's been 23 months and only on the last 5 months I started to enjoy life. Don't make the same mistake.  

On 02/05/2018 at 08:56, sahil pfs said:

HI EVERYONE

MY FILE SHOWS LAST UPDATE 20TH APRIL I CALLED MY AGENT HE SAID THEY UPDATED MY NEW AUSTRALIAN CHECK IN FILE . ANY IDEA 

MY LODGEMENT DATE WITH COMPLETE DOCUMENTS INCLUDING RCB IS 10TH MARCH 2017 

SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER

I'm not sure if I understand your question... but if you're asking about processing time, I've applied for Marketing in June 2016. No updates so far.

3 minutes ago, SaurabhG said:

Dear 

 

i finished 24months today still waiting 

=(  Sorry to hear... I was hoping no one would reply. 

Hi guys, 

just curious....

Is there anyone here waiting for more than 24 months, regardless the position???

I've been waiting for almost 22 months now...

9 hours ago, Petra said:

Hi guys, We applied for 187 visa direct entry stream/marketing specialist. We lodged all the papers with regional approval on 12 March 2017. We live in QLD, Sunshine coast. Anyone lodging for the same occupation in the last 2 years and willing to share some info? We are a family of 5 (2 kids going to school and 1 to kindi) and school fees present a big expanditure. Anyone tried to call the immigration office to enquire on their case? What was their reaction? Any info would be much appreciated. 

Cheers

Petra

 

Hi Petra,

I've applied 187 direct entry/ marketing specialist in June 2016. 

No news so far. I wouldn't be calling the immi as it's a waste of time... I've called sooo many times and they are helpless.

Just keep your documentation up to date on the portal... when you see that something is about to expire, like a police check, etc, just do a new one and upload it. 

Unfortunately, you are not entitle to some Government support while on  bridging visa. I guess that includes financial help for the kids. =/ 

Hang in there... 

17 hours ago, Halloween said:

Hi guys,

Could you please help me with a doubt about the employee responsibilities after the 187 visa is granted?
Is it possible for a 187 visa holder to work in a part-time position after the visa is granted? 
I checked the immigration website and I cannot find any information about the condition of a full-time job to keep the PR, only the necessity to work for at least 2 years after the visa granted. 

Thank you

That's a hard one, but if your visa is granted I would think that it means that you're resident, therefore you could work part-time...as many Australians do. 

It is just my opinion, I don't have legal base on this. =) 

Call the Immi and ask them. =) 

2 hours ago, Deza said:

Bro almost sitting on 22 months

Same here! 22 months and no update at all.

HI guys, just wondering...

Is there anyone else waiting since Jun 2016?

I've applied both Nomination and Visa at the same time with already RCB approved in 30 Jun 2016.

Position: Marketing Specialist (marketing officer)

Local: Perth / WA

Company: + 25 million turnover and have sponsored two people before

Docs: All documents have been updated, including police check and company financial details.

I've called and all they say is that there is no case officer on my process yet, but that they have received it.

I'm not freaking out anymore (I'm over it, thanks God), but very tired of the waiting.

On 11/12/2017 at 07:32, gurjit123 said:

Hi guys hope everyone doing well .... Waiting from more than 18 months so difficult to wait when u don’t know how long it is ... anyone waiting from April or May 2016

June 2016 here. 

Marketing Specialist