Muppett

Christmas came early for me today  My visa has been approved!! I waited 3 months and 3 days since applying for the visa - which I did after the nomination had been approved. Went from received straight to finalised  

Goodluck to everyone still waiting!!!!

Hi @Pjmehta most people here are going through that process as it’s very normal for a visa application. It could take anywhere between one day and a year or two to finalise your case. It’s all about being patient. 

On 17/08/2019 at 15:35, Rajat Babbar said:

Guess what I am waiting from oct 2018 s56 request..
Imagine my situation

If I was you I would ask my MA (assuming you have one) to contact the department. Seems ridiculous that it’s taking so long. Would think that your application got lost in the pile and wouldn’t hurt to get someone to dig it up for you, but they won’t do it themselves if not asked!!! 

Your employer can’t cancel your visa. Immigration could but would investigate as to why you have resigned. I would recommend getting in touch with Fairwork. 

8 hours ago, Antonie said:

Hi, i signed the contract which is 55k + super and working 38hrs everyweek, 4 weeks holiday with pay that is the contract until now. 

 

Unfortunately,  they pushed me now the same payment with 48hrs and no holidays payment without any new contract. 

My advice is to get in contact with Fairwork and if they don’t do anything you can always get an employment lawyer to help you out. 

https://resolution123.com.au/ is one of those lawyer companies. 

19 minutes ago, Milan SERBIA said:

What’s the company you are working for ?

why did they cancel your sponsorship?

I think the answer to both those questions is confidential. 

They didn’t cancel his/her sponsorship because his visa application is still being processed but the business is no longer a sponsor due to whatever rules they broke. 

38 minutes ago, Rakhush said:

Got this email from immi today what does this means am i in trouble? 

You’re personally not in trouble but the company sure is. It does have a negative effect on your visa application as you no longer have a sponsor. Hopefully you can find a job elsewhere soon with a company that is willing to sponsor you. 

16 minutes ago, Davide said:

The only way is for both of you report the situation at the fairwork. In the Border protection site is stated that, they may not cancel your visa, ''only'' if you have gone by the fairwork first because they have an agreement between agencies.

Try to collect an much evidence of this bad treatment you can, such as video of you working as a kitchen hand, if you can audio or video of the verbal abuses, timesheet showing your extra hours, abusive text you received etc etc everything that come up your mind.

Only problem is that he/she is currently on a bridging visa if I understand correctly. I don’t think the same rules apply re cancellation as when you’re on a 457 or 187/186. (I’m not an expert so could be wrong) 

Hi @Berth187

It seems you’re in an awful situation. I’d recommend getting in touch with Fairwork Australia, they should be able to help with a number of things. It might be better to leave if your work is affecting your health. 

24 minutes ago, pravincv said:

Why is that? It's not available in the dropdown. My MA (Fragomen) advised me to do so since 186 wasn't available in the dropdown.. not sure how the link above provides any clarification. The health requiremens differ between permanent and temporary. 189, 190, 186,187 all have the same requirements

It tells you where to find your hap ID when you’ve applied. If your MA says it’s ok then I suppose it’s fine but I would personally always try to use the correct visa number. 

6 hours ago, SBroc said:

Can you tell me how you did it? I can’t seem to get the HAP ID anywhere, it doesn’t have 186 visa as an option on the drop down box in the health declarations section. 

Thanks 

Don’t use the 189. https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-our-requirements/health/your-health-examinations-appointment

You should have it somewhere!! 

1 hour ago, SBroc said:

Took a break from this forum for a couple of weeks so apologies in advance if this has been covered recently. I am about to put my 186 visa application in and just wondering if it is possible to do the medical without them having to request it? So I basically submit everything in one go? 

Thanks 

Yes I did the medical without them requesting it.

20 minutes ago, Tony verdi said:

Hiii everyone

General motor mechanic 

Nomination application submitted :- aug 2018

nom approved :- may 2019

186 visa application submitted:-  may 2019 

Medical and afp done 

anyone have any idea how long it’s gonna visa in approvel???? 

I’m in the same boat. Could take anywhere between 1 day and the current 12-16 months processing time. Fingers crossed it’s sooner rather then later!

50 minutes ago, Antonie said:

Hi everyone, very stressful and slam situation. 

I got my ENS visa 186 TRT from 8/7/2019 from that time the owner pushed me to work 52hrs/week that is illegal because i signed in the contract that is just 38hours. I wanna stop this situation. If i stopped working to fix this, i am scared they can report as im not working. Please help! 

@Antonie you should get in touch with Fairwork for help

29 minutes ago, Roni S said:

Hi guys, my boss willing to increase my pay, I am still waiting for my PR, but company nomination has been approved last month, does it make any problem with my application if my pay raise? @hex please suggest. Thanks

@Roni S Yes you would need to lodge the nomination again with the new wage. Better to wait and maybe he can give you a bonus once the visa has been approved to make up for the time you haven’t been able to get the raise?

11 minutes ago, Wonderingaloud said:

That’s fine- thanks for pointing that out, I actually didn’t realise there were no fees payable by the company for the TRT 186.

But regardless of who spent what, the OP agreed to work for 2 years for the sponsoring employer. S/he posted on a public forum so I provided my 2 pence worth. If they want to risk leaving their employer it is absolutely to them, I don’t care! But like I said, I’m adding in my opinion and cautioning them seeing as they did ask. 

 

Oh absolutely, would never stop you from giving your opinion  

11 minutes ago, Wonderingaloud said:

Yes the visa fee, medicals, skills assessment etc but the company still had to pay to nominate you and probably paid an agent to assist them with their paperwork. 

Unless you mean you paid the nomination fee as well (which is illegal).

You applied for your visa on the agreement you would work for them for 2 years. The reasons you have in wanting to leave won’t cut it with immigration. You knew your remuneration when you applied. Your employer could report you for fraud and yes your visa could be cancelled. Whether this has been enforced I do not know, but I do know from a reputable migration agent that the guidelines do leave some loopholes open to cancel visas if need be, under certain circumstances.

Hello @Wonderingaloud I don’t disagree with you and realise that this case is DE stream but in case of TRT there are no nomination costs for the employer. So in a situation where they don’t use an MA it is free for the employer to sponsor but the employee still has to pay their own visa and additional costs. Just FYI because I read something similar in another post from you but like in my situation my employer didn’t invest or spend any money on the visa and I did all the business paperwork myself. 

As I said not disagreeing but thought you should know not all employers spend money on their employees and visas. 

And if people want to risk leaving their employer then it’s up to them, don’t you think? 

No one can decide for you whether you should stay or leave. It’s up to you. Best of luck with making your decision!! 

1 minute ago, Hex said:

@furbibi If this is the case, then i suspect you should be fine. The fact that they are requesting additional documentation also seems to be a positive.

Unfortunately, you will be at the will of the CO and the findings of same - holding thumbs that all goes well! 

I agree @Hex!!

good luck @furbibi !!!

Just now, Lollies said:

Same mine showing 12 to 16 month, but when i rang to immigration yesterday to find out processing timing the lady told me current processing time is 7 to 8 Month.

That’s what we like to hear!!! My thoughts: because they didn’t approve as many applications in June the processing times on the website have gone up. It’s a representation of last month, not this month.

1 hour ago, Kingdom said:

G'day, I got golden mail while I was overseas during my holiday.

See my timeline below, please. 

Does anyone know about promotion after visa granted?

I want to get promoted but I don't want to risk, of course.

Same occupation, job title or position but 1 level up from level 4 to 5 or 6 (max from this occupation), slightly doing more work according to paperwork, which is the jobs I already have been doing.

I don't have Migration Agent so please help me guys.

Thanks heaps in advance.

Occupation: Disability Services Officer
State: ACT
Stream: 187 DE, Processing Office:WA PESE
LR Country
Number of applicants: 1
RSMS 187 Visa and Nomination and application applied (No Migration Agent Needed):  22 Dec 2017
Nomination Approved: 05 Feb 2019

Visa Granted : 01 July 2019 ( While I was overseas with BVB )

IMMI Status: Finalised
Documents(New Police Check) Requested : 11 March 2019, Submitted 19 March 2019

Pretty sure you’ll be fine if you stay with the same employer. Good luck!

28 minutes ago, Hex said:

@furbibi Assuming you applied under the old / no longer used ABN.
This is risky and could (likely) put your application at risk - especially if the department pick up on it (via financials / company nomination details). 
- Might be something worthwhile discussing with a MA and confirming your best options. Personally, I don't see how they would miss this (especially as the nomination is still in process). 

To my understanding, using the wrong / different ABN makes the application invalid. 

I’m no expert but if it’s an associated entity it might be fine. The MA should know about this.

1 hour ago, furbibi said:

Thanks @Muppett  So with my company... Basically the main business kept the ABN open but is no longer operating. All the business expenses and operations are going through the new business ABN. Sid you guys use an Immigration agency to apply? And do you remember how long it took to approve your nomination? Thanks

Your situation is different to mine so probably can’t be compared. We used an MA to become an official sponsor and for the 457 nomination but I’ve prepared the nomination for the 186 myself. After we supplied additional info it only took about 2 weeks to get approved. 

Good luck!

22 minutes ago, Tweedathart said:

It's happened!!! Today was the day that my husband and I became residents. Thanks everyone for the support   YAY

Congratulations!!!! I’m so happy for you! Very jealous as well haha but it definitely gives me hope for my visa. Enjoy

8 minutes ago, furbibi said:

Hi guys, just a quick question... Is there anyone here who lodged the visa from an associated business entity due to company restructure? Any positive outcomes? Thanks

Hi @furbibi I’m paid by an associated entity - which is also the people I work for-  whilst the main business is my sponsor. My nomination for 186 visa has been approved. As long as it makes sense I’m sure you’ll be fine.