Jay1974 Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 My 457 is ending due to redundancy, what's the best options to stay? Is it to move to a tourist visa? If so us it better to apply offshore for cost ? Maybe apply from NZ ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoll Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 Immigration is likely to look at you a little oddly if you turn around and apply for a tourist visa having just lived in Aus for some time. They might suspect that you have an ulterior motive and want to stay. If you want to stay in Australia for the longer term, your best bet is to go home then, if you are eligible, apply for a permanent visa if you are unable to find another 457 sponsor within the 60 days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul Senise Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 15 hours ago, Jay1974 said: My 457 is ending due to redundancy, what's the best options to stay? Is it to move to a tourist visa? If so us it better to apply offshore for cost ? Maybe apply from NZ ? If your 457 is still valid, it would best to transfer your 457 to a new sponsor and employer. A holiday visa after a 457 will be difficult to justify. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted January 16, 2018 Share Posted January 16, 2018 15 hours ago, Quoll said: Immigration is likely to look at you a little oddly if you turn around and apply for a tourist visa having just lived in Aus for some time. They might suspect that you have an ulterior motive and want to stay. If you want to stay in Australia for the longer term, your best bet is to go home then, if you are eligible, apply for a permanent visa if you are unable to find another 457 sponsor within the 60 days I agree, your priority should be to find another job if you possibly can. Otherwise you'll probably have to go home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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