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When it comes to translation they accept those documents that were translated for permanent residence purpose even when its not NAATI there is no caution there. it's just a waste of money since they already accept them for PR. I never translated anything with NAATI and it was all approved, I just placed a note on the title saying this translation is exactly the one that was used for PR. To translate everything again is not really smart but certainly good for the translation business.

Well i asked myself like 4 times and not even a single answer from them. Also from the timelines of people in the forum not a single VR in QLD; despite many offered in Melbourne, Adelaide and NSW.

Nah mate no one cares. it is used for identification purpose since you used it to enter Australia unlike visa applications citizenship is not a visa. You should renew if you intend to travel overseas but it has nothing to do with your application.

Brisbane now hasn't had a ceremony for close to 3 months what a shame! to add insult to injury QLD is the only state that doesn't even offer virtual ceremonies. These timelines are just unacceptable!

Lock down just hit Brisbane for the next 3 days starting at 5 pm the ceremony is on the 1st April at 7pm a couple hours after the lock down is supposed to be lifted. Did we dodge the cancelation of the ceremony or not??

August is a long time from now mate, i would guess you should be good by then. Sydney delays the tests but is one of the few states that give you the option for virtual ceremony i have seen people in this forum from Sydney who got their ceremony one week after they got approved. That s a pretty quick turnaround if you ask me. You should be alright just email them once you get your test/approval.

Hello Tien, There have been some instances where employees have been bullied because their boss knows they have leverage over them through these types of visas (conditional visas). This behaviour is also exacerbated by workers showing fear rather than standing up for themselves. First your health must be a priority not your visa or employment, i understand that this is not easy for most people but you are in luck because Australia has a strong and independent Judicial system that does not tolerate bullying anywhere including the workplace. The FWC is Australia's national workplace tribunal that regulates employees and employers. You should direct all concerns, complaints or unfair dismissals to them regardless of your visa the law doesn't discriminate against employees based on their work status in Australia as long as they are legally allowed to work. You shouldn't resign without documenting what's going on and have at least some evidence of workplace harassment or bullying. The best way to document and have evidence of such events is to contact the FWC and make a formal complaint if need be. With such evidence it becomes hard for DHA to cancel your visa because you can show that you had a compelling reason to resign. You can also visit a Psychologist or a doctor if the matter is serious enough which can also be used as evidence. With that said i would advice showing strength while remaining composed and respectful towards your employer. However your employer sending you to another venue because you think he doesn't like you ....doesn't seem like a compelling reason to me to breach your visa conditions. If its just a matter of not liking each other than that is not serious enough and you should wait until your ceremony or the 24 month mark whichever comes first. Take care

Hi Rob, Your case seems quite unusual really, If i were you i would call DHA and check with them or email them again. There is no reason why you shouldn't be getting yours months ago. Cheers

I actually know a friend who in Brisbane who got his ceremony on the 26th Last month and he took the test in October. So if you are in the December pack maybe you are next but there is no ceremony for Feb so the earliest for you now is the 18th of March.