Study in Regional Australia--189 visa

[huge-hill]

Hi 

I am currently applying for a 189 visa. I have finished my bachelor degree in Canberra, then moved to Adelaide and completed a 2-year master degree. I have been granted 2 courses credits from my previous study in Canberra. My question is that am I eligible to apply for the 5-point of Study in Regional Australia?

I have tried to contact the immigration department by phone, and the staff told me I can get that 5 points. However, I am still worried cause I cannot get their confirmation in writing. Also I have heard that different staff in the department may to give different answers.

Can anyone tell me if I'm eligible for the 5-points.

Huge 

 

 

 

 

[wrussell]

Have you checked here:

https://www.border.gov.au/Trav/Work/Work/Allocation-dates-for-General-Skilled-Migration-applications/2-year-study

 

[huge-hill]

Yes, that is why I am confused. I certainly met the requirement of Australia study, but I am not sure whether I am eligible for regional study point. Someone told me I am not, but when I called the immigration department, a nice lady told me that as long as I studied in Adelaide for 2 years, it is ok. I actually hope to get a written confirmation (either eligible or ineligible) since I don't want to get refused because of inaccurate information. But unfortunately I couldn't find any email address.

 

 

 

[deryans]

as long as you have a valid reason for studying, i.e. a course attendance, and you have loads of cash, mostly as an upfront payment to the university, then you'll have no problem studying in adelaide, however, don't expect a job at the end of it.

[MaggieMay24]

Never ever take advice from DIBP,  they are not trained to give any immigration advice and have unfortunately been known on several occasions to give incorrect information.  If you want a more considered opinion, you should speak with a registered migration agent (such as Westly Russell, above)