Matt1980 Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Hi guys It would appear that my only route to working in Australia would be on a state sponsored 489 visa. My brother lives in QLD but unfortunately the only state accepting my occupation at the moment is NT. I wanted to know if I did apply for state sponsorship from NT what are my obligations to stay their? Or putting it another way, what would be the consequences if I moved to a different state? Any help is appreciated. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard01 Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Hi Matt You have a 'moral' obligation to stay in NT Legally you have every right to say that NT no longer suits you and you want to move to another state The big question is though, how does that help you down the line You do sign a statement saying you will commit to NT but it is NOT legally binding You have a moral versus legal dilemma! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 It's not legally binding, but the 489 is a temporary visa. They can tell where you are living, and you won't get or if you haven't lived in the designated area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt1980 Posted April 16, 2016 Author Share Posted April 16, 2016 Thanks for the info. When you say how does that help me down the line, what do you mean? As in it could effect my chances of permanent residency? Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungo Posted April 16, 2016 Share Posted April 16, 2016 Thanks for the info. When you say how does that help me down the line, what do you mean? As in it could effect my chances of permanent residency? Matt If you live and work in an appropriate regional area, then you will be fine and it will not impact your PR application. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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