rhersbach Posted September 14, 2016 Share Posted September 14, 2016 In 2012 I did plantation work on Norfolk Island, which is part of NSW. I was working on my 1st Working Holiday Visa. After finishing my 1st WHV I wanted to apply for a 2nd, but unfortunately the immigration website showed regional postcodes to 2898 were valid. Norfolk Islands postcode is 2899, hence I was not able to apply for a 2nd working holiday visa. When I checked the immigration website today, it shows regional postcodes to 2899 are valid for a 2nd WHV. 1. Is Norfolk Island now included for a 2nd WHV? 2. Having worked under the old legislation, does my work count for the new rules? 3. Does this mean I can apply for a 2nd Working Visa? Regards, René Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungo Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 In 2012 I did plantation work on Norfolk Island, which is part of NSW. I was working on my 1st Working Holiday Visa. After finishing my 1st WHV I wanted to apply for a 2nd, but unfortunately the immigration website showed regional postcodes to 2898 were valid. Norfolk Islands postcode is 2899, hence I was not able to apply for a 2nd working holiday visa. When I checked the immigration website today, it shows regional postcodes to 2899 are valid for a 2nd WHV. 1. Is Norfolk Island now included for a 2nd WHV? 2. Having worked under the old legislation, does my work count for the new rules? 3. Does this mean I can apply for a 2nd Working Visa? Regards, René Well there are no restrictions on *applying* for visas. I would just do it and see what happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhersbach Posted September 15, 2016 Author Share Posted September 15, 2016 Some agencies say it is possible, other says it can't. I am preparing docs for the application and will submit asap. Will notify the outcome on this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Some agencies say it is possible, other says it can't. I am preparing docs for the application and will submit asap. Will notify the outcome on this thread. Good luck, we will keep our fingers crossed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Good luck - as The Pom Queen says ... fingers crossed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhersbach Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 Can someone please answer this question: - Having worked under the old legislation, does my work count for the new rules? My previous employer says he thinks it does not count. Because in the old system (before 1 July 2016) Norfolk Island had it's own taxation system; there was no income tax. There was also no super annuation. If you were unemployed you would get no money; hence there was no unemployment. I got paid in cash during my work on Norfolk Island. Now, after the 1 July 2016 changes, Norfolk Islanders DO have to pay taxes and get super annuation. Maybe that's why Norfolk Island is now included? Because of these reasons my previous employer thinks I am not eligible for a 2nd Working holiday visa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Chris Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Can someone please answer this question: - Having worked under the old legislation, does my work count for the new rules? My previous employer says he thinks it does not count. Because in the old system (before 1 July 2016) Norfolk Island had it's own taxation system; there was no income tax. There was also no super annuation. If you were unemployed you would get no money; hence there was no unemployment. I got paid in cash during my work on Norfolk Island. Now, after the 1 July 2016 changes, Norfolk Islanders DO have to pay taxes and get super annuation. Maybe that's why Norfolk Island is now included? Because of these reasons my previous employer thinks I am not eligible for a 2nd Working holiday visa. Perhaps just phone or email them directly mate? good luck with your plans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhersbach Posted September 16, 2016 Author Share Posted September 16, 2016 Calling DIBP is hopeless. There is a minimum 1 hour cue, and many times they tell you that all information can be found on their website. I went to the office of DIBP, and they also said I should check the website or call them. Unfortunately I am unable to find this specific situation on the website of DIBP... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemesis Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Calling DIBP is hopeless. There is a minimum 1 hour cue, and many times they tell you that all information can be found on their website. I went to the office of DIBP, and they also said I should check the website or call them. Unfortunately I am unable to find this specific situation on the website of DIBP... DIBP call centre and front office staff will only know the answers to very general questions. They also will not suggest alternatives, its not their role and thy are not allowed to give advice as they are not registered or trained to. If you have a complex and/or specific query you need to talk to an agent, NOT to DIBP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhersbach Posted November 24, 2016 Author Share Posted November 24, 2016 Just to give you guys an update. I submitted my 2nd WHV application on the 25th of October, through VisaFirst. I am on a bridging visa right now, still awaiting any response from the Australian Immigration. It has been over 4 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhersbach Posted January 29, 2017 Author Share Posted January 29, 2017 Visa granted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted January 29, 2017 Share Posted January 29, 2017 Visa granted! Great news - thanks for letting us know how you got on. Looking forward to hearing how it goes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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