Elias Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 I see alot of people talking about they have enough points (60) I've used a few points calculator sites mainly (http://www.migrationmatters.com/australiapoints.php) and they all state 65? Am I missing something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuciBV Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Generally speaking, 60 points are enough to apply for a visa, actually it is the minimum required. BUT, due to some high demand of visas on certain skills, DIBP (immigration dept) decided to accept for these skills only from 65 points up (you can check the reports and news over here: http://www.immi.gov.au/skills/skillselect/, and more relevant, over here: http://www.immi.gov.au/skills/skillselect/index/reports/report-13012014/) Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elias Posted January 29, 2014 Author Share Posted January 29, 2014 Excellent many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Grey Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 I see alot of people talking about they have enough points (60) I've used a few points calculator sites mainly (http://www.migrationmatters.com/australiapoints.php) and they all state 65? Am I missing something? Quite simply, their information is out of date. The system and requirements are constantly changing so you always have to ensure that the information you're reading is relevant to the current regulations. Calculators and self-assessments tests are never an accurate reflection of your eligibility anyway. There are a number of websites that will offer an instant "yes you're eligible" type assessment which is complete nonsense and designed to get you to sign with that particular agent/agency. An accurate assessment requires a level of detail that goes well beyond a few generic questions. Hope this helps, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lebourvellec Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Yes this information on this website is very out of date. 175/176 visas closed for new applicants on 30 June 2012. The pass mark from 1 Jul 2011 to 30 jun 2012 was 65 points, which changed to 60 on 1 July 2012. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elias Posted January 29, 2014 Author Share Posted January 29, 2014 I'm only using these points calculators as a rough guide while we are still in the planning process Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul Senise Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 I'm only using these points calculators as a rough guide while we are still in the planning process The problem with this strategy is that you may be setting yourself up for failure as the information you may use a “rough guide“ by surfing the net may be incorrect. Often the self assessment calculators are misleading as they can be out of date (like the one you have linked to) or overly simplified in scoring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elias Posted January 29, 2014 Author Share Posted January 29, 2014 Anyone got a link to something more up to date? We are going with worst case scenario when using these calculators Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mxmanus Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Goto the Australian immigration web site and do the points test on there. Subclass 189 and 190 are the best options to try as they are perminate resident visas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lebourvellec Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Anyone got a link to something more up to date? We are going with worst case scenario when using these calculators http://www.immi.gov.au/skills/skillselect/ These calculators are not very helpful and do not assess eligibility - someone could look like they could qualify with points - but not be able to get a positive skills assessment, occupation is on CSOL but not on any State Migration Plans.... Dont really understand the worst case scenario bit?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Anyone got a link to something more up to date? We are going with worst case scenario when using these calculators May I suggest that you consult a registered migration agent? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elias Posted January 30, 2014 Author Share Posted January 30, 2014 We are far too early in the process to been using agents. I'm gathering information from as many sources as I can to see is this move is viable for us. Worst case scenario is us saying, what if the qualifications aren't counted as much, what if we miss points on this and that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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