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Claiming points for partner applies for 189, 190 and 489. He has already included me. Our problem is the English score. But we are working on that one. You're right its a lot of work and information is scattered everywhere so yeah...you have to research a whole lot.

I am not sure if I can answer this to your satisfaction. What I know is that they do assess qualification and I am not too sure about work experience. when i lodged my application I did not have any work experience. I think if your husband has social work experience post qualification then maybe that might help. Most of their information is on their site and they are very helpful via email as well. They have very friendly staff. The process will work on your patience. I got my response 30 weeks after submitting. So be very patient. Whatever they will need from you, they contact you to ensure that your application is complete before assessing it. They have some changes so I am not sure if this still applies. But that is what happened with me. Have you lodged your applications yet?

How is the process going so far?

Thank you...will do so.

I will talk to him about the test. We do not mind going to NT or Queensland as long as we can both get jobs close to home so we live together.

Thats a relief. Takes off the pressure a bit. I cannot wait. The process takes though. I had to wait over 30 weeks foe the assessment of my qualifications. Thank goodness we got a positive response. I was worried about my work experience and if that would counter against me.

No we are not Native English Speakers.

Yeah I noticed that. I am a bit confused though. If lets say for example he gets the 190 visa, does this mean I also get the same rights as he does or I will have to still apply for a partner visa? The thing is he will be claiming 5 points for my occupation. Does this then automatically include me in the visa. Because my biggest concern is being able to work in AUS. My qualifications have already been assessed and approved by the AASW. I just need a work permit to get a job.

We both wrote the PTE test but couldnt claim points from it even though we passed (qualified for competent English). I was thinking that he writes it again. It will be his third attempt if he decides to. What test would you suggest he takes? The PTE again or IELTS?

Before we could lodge our EOI for 189, the point score changed from 60 to 65 so he doesnt qualify anymore. So we have put our hopes on 190 and 489. I am just worried as a graduate and how this might affect us.

Thank you

Thank you so much

We have also applied for that one. With my occupation he got the extra 5 points. So I am hoping he gets nominated soon.

Good luck with everything.

Yes he can. I am hoping he gets nominated.

Thank you. we will do so.

No he doesnt have a visa as yet. He had his skills assessed and gained membership. Will I be able to work in AUS with a partner visa?

What occupation are you in. My husband is vet and he submitted his EOI on the 19th of August for NSW. This was for NSW. I am very nervous. Congrats on your nomination. We also have 65 points, claiming points for me as a social worker.

Hi guys. I am a social worker from South Africa aged 24. I hold a bachelor of social work degree and a masters degree in social development. I recently had my qualifications assessed and accredited by the AASW. My problem is that I do not have work experience and that worries me a lot. It is hard securing employment in my country due to high levels of unemployment and corruption. I have been unemployed for 2 years which highly influenced our decision to leave. My husband is a veterinarian with 10 years work experience and also registered as a vet in NSW. He can also work in Victoria though. We are open to living in any regional area in NSW or Victoria. I like Victoria more than NSW though. We are not city people anyway so we are okay with living in regional areas as long as they have good schools for our two children (below 5 years). My point scores are really low. I do not qualify for the 189 visa so thats out. I am hoping that if I apply for nomination visas (190 and 489) maybe I might just get picked up...even though my points are below 65. This is where faith comes in. I really do not mind not getting sponsorship...as long as I can get a visa that enables me to work in Aus. I can work on a PR later (Ive read about the pros and cons on this one but what are my options really). What do you think are my chances of getting nominated especially in Victoria as a social work even though I do not have work experience? What would you suggest I do? TIA

Okay guys so I receive my response just a little over 30 weeks. This came on the 13th of August. IT WAS POSITIVE!!! I was also given free membership for a full year. I was all excited and happy but I am nervous about getting a visa now. This stresses me everyday. Been applying for jobs and hoping for sponsorship. Things are a bit tighter now at the Department of Home Affairs.

ohhhh noooo...I am really sorry. This process is real nerve wrecking

I lodged mine in January. I'm on my 22nd week. I'm very nervous.