GasManJamie

Hi mate, Yes I have looked at that one, looks like 65 points min and I think I scored 55 or something without the English test so I may scrape by. Is the IELTS the only recognised test for this visa as I see they’re other tests for proficient English rather that superior?

BrummieInOz, sorry commenting on such an old post but interested to see how things are going and if you have made any progress with your move to Oz? I too am looking at the possibility of moving to Oz as a plumber and yes it appears to be very difficult in some cases and expensive. There’s pros and cons for me, I have over 20 years experience in plumbing, heating and gas but I am 41 which is against me really and also doesn’t give me long to get a visa sorted. I also have a family of four so lots of expense and looks like I would need to take some form of English test to get anywhere near the points required. Scary costs really, I have only just started looking but think it will be around £10k on visas, £3-4k plumbing tests / paperwork and then moving costs so I think £25k minimum is where I’m at and to be honest I don’t think I’ll even make the points