djKatyp

Hi, I didn't say I applied twice?

Hey there, Looking for some hope on a pending tribunal... I was refused my 187 visa application last September. The reason for refusal was not holding a degree to be an Accountant under ANZSCO code 221111. I do hold an Advanced Diploma in Accounting & have 15 years working experience. I've previously been sponsored for 4 years as an Accountant on the 457 visa. A change of employment meant I had to restart my 2 years of employment with the same company before applying for PR. At the time, I did not have 2 years left on the 457. So I decided to make enquiries regarding my pathway to PR. I had 2 agents advise me I was eligible to apply due to having more than 5 years work experience. One was a 'no win, no fee' agent so I had a lot of faith in a positive outcome. The visa application was sent to immigration 26/01/2016, the refusal came through 20/09/2018. I decided to go with an agent called Euromigration because my employer didn't want to work with another agent. I paid for the entire process around $8k & unfortunately, this agent did not offer 'no win, no fee', so I have lost the lot. I'm looking to see if there is anyone out there who has been sponsored & approved under the same circumstances? I believe I have a great lawyer to handle my case however, if there is any reassurance out there, it would be a huge stress reliever. Thanks Katy