TomBrum Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Hi All, I'm after some information regarding whether i'm able to apply to migrate and what is the best route to go down. Firstly I'm 21 years old, just about to complete a four year apprenticeship in electrical/electronic engineering and a month off completing a HNC in Electrical/Electronic engineering. My dad has been an Australian citizen in Perth, WA for almost two years now. I'm asking, what is the best route to go down? I've searched online and there are so many visas I don't know which is the best way Thanks Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted February 17, 2014 Share Posted February 17, 2014 Well, for most visas you are going to need a few years post qualification experience. There is the possibility of employer sponsored visas but they can be hard to get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBrum Posted February 17, 2014 Author Share Posted February 17, 2014 Is there any way my dad can sponsor me? or is that not possible? Also does my four years during my apprenticeship not count towards experience? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 For a skilled visa you will need post qualification experience - it is only AFTER you quaify that the experience counts. You father ay be abe to sponsor you, but that only gives some extra points. It may be useful but it is unlikely to get you over the hurdle of lack of experience. You can check immi.gov.au and have a look at the SOL list. I believe your occupation is on there. Next to the occupation will be a number. Google this number and it will tell you what is needed to pass the skills assessment. Alternativly you coul call a registered migration agent such as Go Matilda who will normally do a initial assessment of your case for free Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheswick Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Hello,try a family migration visa..as your dad is a citizen it should be easy..as long as you are of good character and he agrees to look after you ie you won`t be able to claim any benefits in oz...should all be on a .gov.au website..all the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickyNook Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Hello,try a family migration visa..as your dad is a citizen it should be easy..as long as you are of good character and he agrees to look after you ie you won`t be able to claim any benefits in oz...should all be on a .gov.au website..all the best Think you're a bit out of date... There's no 'Family Migration' visa and hasn't been for very many years. The most that having a close family member here will do for you nowadays is provide a few points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VERYSTORMY Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Hello,try a family migration visa..as your dad is a citizen it should be easy..as long as you are of good character and he agrees to look after you ie you won`t be able to claim any benefits in oz...should all be on a .gov.au website..all the best The closest thing to that now is the last remaining relative. But that takes up to 15 years to process and is not that easy to qualify for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Hi All, I'm after some information regarding whether i'm able to apply to migrate and what is the best route to go down. Firstly I'm 21 years old, just about to complete a four year apprenticeship in electrical/electronic engineering and a month off completing a HNC in Electrical/Electronic engineering. My dad has been an Australian citizen in Perth, WA for almost two years now. I'm asking, what is the best route to go down? I've searched online and there are so many visas I don't know which is the best way Thanks Tom Was your father an Australian citizen when you were born? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharn Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 Have a look on Child Visa subclass 802, as long you're dependent to your father... but there's full time study for student required, this visa go up to age of 25 years old. (The only exception to the age limit and full time student requirement is where the child has a disability that stop them from working which is mentioned in the child visa booklet.) The onshore is 802, offshore is 101 for child visa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheswick Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 story of my life... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 For a skilled visa you will need post qualification experience - it is only AFTER you quaify that the experience counts. You father ay be abe to sponsor you, but that only gives some extra points. It may be useful but it is unlikely to get you over the hurdle of lack of experience. You can check immi.gov.au and have a look at the SOL list. I believe your occupation is on there. Next to the occupation will be a number. Google this number and it will tell you what is needed to pass the skills assessment. Alternativly you coul call a registered migration agent such as Go Matilda who will normally do a initial assessment of your case for free When you google the job number, that isn't actually what you need to pass the skills assessment. That is the BASIC requirements. This would be enough to get a 457 visa, but often not to pass a skills assessment. That is why so many people have no choice than to do the two years in the hope for pr at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBrum Posted February 18, 2014 Author Share Posted February 18, 2014 When you google the job number, that isn't actually what you need to pass the skills assessment. That is the BASIC requirements. This would be enough to get a 457 visa, but often not to pass a skills assessment. That is why so many people have no choice than to do the two years in the hope for pr at the end. Thanks for all of your help, its great to get a response. Is a skills assessment always necessary? I presumed that as I am only recently completing my qualifications that I would not need to be reassessed? Would my current qualifications not be transferable to prove I am able to do the job? I understand that maybe a few more years experience will help though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 The skills assessment is required if you want a state sponsored, skilled independent visa and some employer sponsored visa. This is because they have people come from all over the world, and you are not actually assessed just based on your qualifications. It's your occupation which you are assessed on. That is why you need experience. It's normally a few years experience on top of your qualification. There are a tiny number that you can use just a qualification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBrum Posted February 18, 2014 Author Share Posted February 18, 2014 Okay thats good to know. Also Im heading out at Easter for almost a month, is it worth me talking to migration agencies in Oz to determine my eligibility or would I be better doing it here in the UK? Likewise I was thinking about visiting some job agencies whilst in Perth, would you recommend that even though I don't have a visa yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted February 18, 2014 Share Posted February 18, 2014 I would talk to a MARA agent before coming over. You know then if it is even worth chatting to employment agencies, although agencies are notoriously bad if you don't have a visa. Make sure you don't bring anything which will make it look like you are looking for work. If they find a cv etc you will get refused entry at the airport and banned for three years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomBrum Posted February 18, 2014 Author Share Posted February 18, 2014 I never knew that, thanks for the heads up! I'll have a look on here and see what others have done, thanks for your help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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