Nani Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 12 hours ago, Sheila said: Now I have to wait for Citizenship test email or I can book myself ? You have to wait for test appointment email. Once you get the email then you can change the appointment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nani Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 2 hours ago, donnapow said: It's been 6 weeks now and still no email with test appointment, have been checking my junk/spam folder Its just waiting game.no one can do anything at this stage rather than waiting. Don"t worry you will get it soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tech123 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 3 hours ago, Nani said: You have to wait for test appointment email. Once you get the email then you can change the appointment Waiting for the test appointment is like a dejavu on waiting for permanent residency. Though there are longer threads and exchange of conversations in that forum. I am on my 4th week of waiting for the test date, hope it comes out soon. When I was browsing the citizenship tests, I come across a series of sample questions (for the 21st century style of citizenship test) but they sound silly? Have you seen it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireBlade Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) Received my approval letter today, both tests were done on the same day but wife's approval letter arrived bit earlier. Next stop ceremony Updated timeline below, excel sheet also updated 1. Date Applied: 22/02/2017 2. City/Council Area: City of Monash, Melbourne 3. Online / Paper: Online 4. Acknowledgement Email: 22/02/2017 5. Citizenship Test e-mail: 29/03/2017 6. Date of the Citizenship Test: 31/03/2017 7. Approval date: 10/04/2017 8. Date of ceremony: Waiting Edited April 19, 2017 by FireBlade Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 speedy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Prime Minster, is announcing some changes in citizenship rules tomorrow ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix123 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Apparently from Sydney Morning Herald citizenship rules will change tomorrow. 4 year wait instead of 1 year to apply for citizenship. I applied yesterday having been a permanent resident for 1 year. Does this mean my application would count or would I be subject to the 4 year wait? ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 I applied yesterday too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix123 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 God the whole process is like a moving feast. Hoping existing applications will be processed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 what are speculation?... 4 years on PR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix123 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Would-be Australians will face tough new hurdles – including a new English language and "Australian values" test – and have to wait several more years before being eligible for citizenship, under a major shake-up of the migration program. Migrants could be asked whether they support female genital mutilation and forced marriages, or whether it's acceptable to strike a spouse at home, under proposed values-based citizenship test questions to be put to the public for feedback. Applicants will also have to demonstrate they have attempted to integrate into Australian society, providing evidence of a job, the enrolment of their children in school, and even membership of community organisations. Under the current system, migrants enter Australia on a range of visas. They can then become permanent residents but have to wait a further year before applying for citizenship. The one-year wait will rise to four years under the redesigned scheme. Would-be Australians will face tough new hurdles – including a new English language and "Australian values" test – and have to wait several more years before being eligible for citizenship, under a major shake-up of the migration program. Migrants could be asked whether they support female genital mutilation and forced marriages, or whether it's acceptable to strike a spouse at home, under proposed values-based citizenship test questions to be put to the public for feedback. Applicants will also have to demonstrate they have attempted to integrate into Australian society, providing evidence of a job, the enrolment of their children in school, and even membership of community organisations. Under the current system, migrants enter Australia on a range of visas. They can then become permanent residents but have to wait a further year before applying for citizenship. The one-year wait will rise to four years under the redesigned scheme. ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) OMG...... 4 years is too much....!!!! Edited April 19, 2017 by Sheila Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 http://theconversation.com/government-to-lengthen-permanent-residency-period-for-aspiring-citizens-76424 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Not sure if this is true ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nani Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 34 minutes ago, Felix123 said: God the whole process is like a moving feast. Hoping existing applications will be processed. It does not effect the existing applicants. Only for new applicants. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keep me in oz Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 OMG think it would come into effect immediately!? I have three weeks until I can apply! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 1 minute ago, Nani said: It does not effect the existing applicants. Only for new applicants. Any reference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beffers Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) 5 hours ago, Sheila said: Not sure if this is true ? Yeah it is true. Formal announcement expected tomorrow. http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/pm-unveils-gettough-aussie-values-citizenship-exam/news-story/31e06c8e64b6a5d8ed169ff23554d28b Edited April 19, 2017 by Beffers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beffers Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 5 hours ago, Sheila said: Any reference Don't know that yet. Depends on Thursday's announcement. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix123 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Even though I applied for citizenship on Thursday I'm can help but feel gutted about the change in the rules. I'm from an English speaking background and put plenty into society through integrating with the community and massive tax. The avalanche of news about migrant policy does make me question how welcome I am here. I do wonder if my application will be effected? Will I have to wait 4 years? Will I have to do a 200 buck English test when my English is better than most and I have a Masters of Emglish literature from a top university? Fingers crossed for everyone today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beffers Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 16 minutes ago, Felix123 said: Even though I applied for citizenship on Thursday I'm can help but feel gutted about the change in the rules. I'm from an English speaking background and put plenty into society through integrating with the community and massive tax. The avalanche of news about migrant policy does make me question how welcome I am here. I do wonder if my application will be effected? Will I have to wait 4 years? Will I have to do a 200 buck English test when my English is better than most and I have a Masters of Emglish literature from a top university? Fingers crossed for everyone today. It's weird isn't it but then it's nothing different from Trump's Americans First policy and the UK's vote in favour of Brexit. Looking at it in that context, it's just Australia protecting it's way of life and national values. When I eventually get round to it, I'll be the same. I've postgraduate degrees in English and yet there's still be a fee for an English test lol. There's the money spinning side to all this as well of course!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nani Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 The new requirements will apply to all new applications for Australian citizenship.thats what it says in Immi site. So those who have applied need not to worry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keep me in oz Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 54 minutes ago, Nani said: The new requirements will apply to all new applications for Australian citizenship.thats what it says in Immi site. So those who have applied need not to worry where does it say this? i cant see it for looking lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nani Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 11 minutes ago, Keep me in oz said: where does it say this? i cant see it for looking lol! Read http://www.minister.border.gov.au/peterdutton/Pages/Strenghening-the-integrity-of-Australian-citizenship.aspx 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheila Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 Does this effect people who are currently on PR and not applied citizenship yet ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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