Sparks21

You can see why I have gotten varied responses here. Thanks guys. Much appreciated.

Hi, I have a question which I am getting mixed information about. I am currently residing in Perth on a 491 visa. I know we are eligible to apply for the 191 PR after 3 years. But as I am currently eligible for the 190 can I pay the fee and apply for this visa if I wanted to or must I remain on the 491? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

Oh wow! You guys must be absolutely buzzing!!!! Just in time for summer! ⛱ we are looking at August currently, but are fluid with our timeline. We will probably book after Christmas.

Thank you! What a rollercoaster ride it’s been! Have you booked your flights yet?

Thank you, it was a long time coming! @Kolosky I would definitely say so!

I have some amazing news, my 491 visa has been granted! 491 offshore family sponsored electrician with 90 points submitted: 10th May 2020 CO assigned: 24th August 2022 Updated: 5th September 2022 Granted: 4th November 2022 we are so, so happy and it is still sinking in.

Will do! Very jealous of you both… ha

congratulations to both of you! Such amazing news! I got my CO on August 24th requesting medicals, police certs etc which were submitted September 5th. I am praying I will hear this week!

Good luck with it! Looking forward to your next post…

Also, would you mind reminding us of the visa, your profession and state you’re aiming for? Mine is 491, electrician, WA, submitted May 2020. Cheers.

Fantastic news! So happy for you! Did they want medicals etc? I have heard of quite a few off shore people getting CO’s and grants recently. It’s finally happening!

Personally, I feel this will be reviewed very soon. There is without doubt many sectors that are suffering severe shortages, particularly, construction.

I had witnessed a migration agent with over 20 years experience state that they were confident we would hear by the end of this year, so fingers crossed, but who knows?

I am 37, 35 when the application was submitted.

I haven't seen any I am afraid, although I am not particularly active as I rely on this post predominately.