Big G Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 Hi Yeah, I bet it's stressful!! I'll continue to look into the alternative visa while I wait on the employer contacting me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big G Posted December 23, 2013 Author Share Posted December 23, 2013 Speaking to the new employer either today or tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kezzles Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 Hi bigG we are in same position but oh has worked for the company for over 5 years so he's transferring on 457. We are taking the risk with hope of pr in 2 years , nothing ventured nothing gained! Best of luck whatever you decide!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozmaniac Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 Sorry to be a wet blanket but I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned some of the drawbacks of a 457 visa for someone who has a family (which you've mentioned you have). In NSW, if you have school age children, you will have to pay school fees of something like $5000 per year per child. http://www.decinternational.nsw.edu.au/study/schools/temporary-residents Temporary Residents Program for students enrolling in NSW Government Schools You also have no access to childcare benefits (which you'll probably need if your partner works) or the family tax benefits for which most families (citizens and PRs) are eligible and which can make a considerable difference to being able to make ends meet. http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/themes/families?from=theme-bar Payments (benefits) for families If any of the above applies to you (i.e. if you have children), a 187 would be a much better prospect for many reasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big G Posted December 23, 2013 Author Share Posted December 23, 2013 Hi Kezzles / Ozmaniac Many thanks for your posts. Kezzles - We'd be going straight onto a 457 as it would be a new employer, we'd then have to hope for PR after the 2 years etc. My current employer has offices there, but that didn't come to anything, hence the reason I had to look elsewhere. I'd feel more comfortable if I was going out on a 457 with my current employer as you'll know the ropes, but its not going to be this for me. As you say, I know its a risk, we'll see how it goes. All the very best with your situation. Ozmaniac - Its a fair point, however, we have that covered. My new employer is paying for the kids (x2) schooling until we get PR and we're aware that we wont get any access to benefits until then either. Thanks for highlighting this though. I'm speaking to them tonight and I will be discussing the 187 option. Cheers for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kezzles Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 Good luck bigG we don't have kids Either so less of a worry for us! im sure you'll make right decision I always say what's worst that can happen and if you can deal with that then go for it! Good luck whatever you do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big G Posted December 23, 2013 Author Share Posted December 23, 2013 They're really up for it as its like one big adventure for them. This is something that I've always wanted to do, and the thing that people keep reminding me is "if you don't try it - you'll always regret it". Worst case scenario is we just return home (we're renting our house out etc). All the best to you too. :biggrin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kezzles Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 They're really up for it as its like one big adventure for them.This is something that I've always wanted to do, and the thing that people keep reminding me is "if you don't try it - you'll always regret it". Worst case scenario is we just return home (we're renting our house out etc). All the best to you too. :biggrin: so worst case is not that bad for something that may turn out to be the best thing you have done! my brother emigrated last year with his family albeit on PR visa but they love it and don't regret a thing. some things are worth risking..I have doubts all the time about things and people I will miss but if we didn't go we would always ask ourselves what if...that would bug me more than yep we tried it and it didn't work out.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big G Posted December 23, 2013 Author Share Posted December 23, 2013 Totally agree, and that's my way of thinking about all of this. I would rather try it and it maybe wont work out, but at least I(we) will have tried it.... Anyway, they'll be ringing in 30mins so i'll see what they have to say about everything. Will let you know. G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kezzles Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 Totally agree, and that's my way of thinking about all of this.I would rather try it and it maybe wont work out, but at least I(we) will have tried it.... Anyway, they'll be ringing in 30mins so i'll see what they have to say about everything. Will let you know. G Cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjgibbs Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 for what its worth I come out on a WHV didn't want to leave Got offered a 457 right at the last min Two years later applied for 186 PR It got granted last week. It was an emotional roller coast a of a ride but worth every bit of it PS I also have no formal recognized qualifications IE degree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big G Posted December 24, 2013 Author Share Posted December 24, 2013 Hi jj Many thanks for the post. I think we're just have to go and roll with it. I spoke to the employer last night and they would have considered the 187 route, however, the timescales of arranging one would go against me now. So, it looks like the 457 all the way!! Although, the employer did say that he would speak to the migration agent to pass on my comments and concerns. I'll let you know when I hear anything. Also, Merry Christmas everyone................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JPinJP Posted January 3, 2014 Share Posted January 3, 2014 Just wanted to ask:I'm a nurse and I lodged in my 457 visa application late last week. My 2-year hospital experience was from 4 years ago and now I'm wondering if this would be a factor if I could be granted a visa or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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