Jelly Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 20 hours ago, wokeuplikediss said: QLD now closes all skill visas (189,190,489) until next Financial year (this July). I wonder that, will they keep closing it until this new visa launching in November this year? Cause my visa will be expired in September..... This doesn't even make sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wokeuplikediss Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 On 09/04/2019 at 19:43, 31Hillbury said: Can you supply a link to where it states Queensland not taking any more 189s until July? It is in the website https://migration.qld.gov.au/latest-news/queensland-business-and-skilled-state-nomination-programs-now-closed/ Queensland has now closed state nomination for all business and skilled visas (submitted through SkillSelect) from today 8 February 2019. No further invitations will be issued from this date. BSMQ will continue to process applications which have been already invited for state nomination prior to this date until our quota is exhausted. BSMQ will re-open the State Nomination Program in the new financial year. Please submit a new EOI after the new occupation lists have been released in July. We will not select any submitted EOI’s prior to this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wokeuplikediss Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 On 10/04/2019 at 12:11, Jelly said: This doesn't even make sense. IKR. I live onshore in regional QLD. I just wish they will open in July as I'm now ready to apply and meet all their requirements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
31Hillbury Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 (edited) On 14/04/2019 at 16:20, wokeuplikediss said: It is in the website https://migration.qld.gov.au/latest-news/queensland-business-and-skilled-state-nomination-programs-now-closed/ Queensland has now closed state nomination for all business and skilled visas (submitted through SkillSelect) from today 8 February 2019. No further invitations will be issued from this date. BSMQ will continue to process applications which have been already invited for state nomination prior to this date until our quota is exhausted. BSMQ will re-open the State Nomination Program in the new financial year. Please submit a new EOI after the new occupation lists have been released in July. We will not select any submitted EOI’s prior to this time. I thought the 189 visa was for any state? So how can they close one state off? Edited April 16, 2019 by 31Hillbury Misspelled Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetBlast Posted April 16, 2019 Share Posted April 16, 2019 I thought the 189 visa was for any state? So how can they close one state off? They have closed off state nominations only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CivCdn Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 On 14/04/2019 at 10:22, wokeuplikediss said: IKR. I live onshore in regional QLD. I just wish they will open in July as I'm now ready to apply and meet all their requirements. It’s actually open right now fyi https://migration.qld.gov.au/skilled-occupation-lists/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wokeuplikediss Posted April 20, 2019 Share Posted April 20, 2019 10 hours ago, CivCdn said: It’s actually open right now fyi https://migration.qld.gov.au/skilled-occupation-lists/ Yes. This is such a great news for me. I did submit EOI straight away since they opened. /Fingers crossed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CivCdn Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 (edited) On 04/04/2019 at 15:25, Raul Senise said: With the elections around the corner, the Government is announcing changes to Immigration Policy and new visa programs left right and centre. Only time will tell if any of the announced changes come to fruition. If we see a change in Government, we will likely see a completely different direction in Immigration Policy. It is possible that all of the recently announced programs and changes will come to nothing. With the current government staying in power, we'll see if these November changes and intake cut hold. Edited May 18, 2019 by CivCdn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karstedt Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 2 hours ago, CivCdn said: With the current government staying in power, we'll see if these November changes and intake cut hold. Considering they made the changes, I think they will. They might even cut further. I think any further reform is out the window though, it's 3 more years of accountants/engineers/ICT pro's with 80 pts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godwyn Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 Hi. With the new rules for partner points, does this mean that if your partner is already 45 and above but as long as he/she can demonstrate competent English, then you can still claim the additional 5 points? I asked this because I happen to see the below posting in a site. It seems that for a partner to be "skilled", age and skills must both be satisfied. Does this imply then that if your partner for instance is already 45 and above, then she is no longer considered "skilled" and hence, this satisfies the 5 points to be awarded for "non-skilled" partner? Thanks in advance for those who will answer. There will be a NEW ordering system for ALL points test applicants as follows … If all other points claims are equal, invitations for points tested visas will be ranked by the Migration Points Test as described below: · First – primary applicants with a skilled spouse or de facto partner · Equal First – primary applicants without a spouse or de facto partner · Second – Primary applicants with a spouse or de facto partner who can demonstrate competent English but does not have the skills for skilled partner points (age and skills) · Third – Primary applicants with a partner who is ineligible for either competent English or Skilled partner points. These applicants will be ranked below all other cohorts, if all other points claims are equal. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devayanithakur01 Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Are you sure about that? That's pretty vague about single applicants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zami Posted July 16, 2019 Share Posted July 16, 2019 On 05/04/2019 at 02:25, Raul Senise said: With the elections around the corner, the Government is announcing changes to Immigration Policy and new visa programs left right and centre. Only time will tell if any of the announced changes come to fruition. If we see a change in Government, we will likely see a completely different direction in Immigration Policy. It is possible that all of the recently announced programs and changes will come to nothing. Dear sir, Is this applicable for Sub class 190? I am an admitted Legal Practitioner at Supreme Court of NSW. Do i need to apply for skill assessment letter from LPAB for the occupation Barrister ? Regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladok Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Hi all, For upcoming 491 visa, what does skilled partner exactly mean? In which list(s) occupations should match? - long term/short term/ROL - OK - Same territory list as well? I have heard 491 occupations will have one list(?) for all territories. Is it so? - Skills assessment providers should match as well (for both, applicant and partner)? What else have to be considered not to looses 10 points? thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canada2Australia Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 On 25/07/2019 at 17:20, Ladok said: Hi all, For upcoming 491 visa, what does skilled partner exactly mean? In which list(s) occupations should match? - long term/short term/ROL - OK - Same territory list as well? I have heard 491 occupations will have one list(?) for all territories. Is it so? - Skills assessment providers should match as well (for both, applicant and partner)? What else have to be considered not to looses 10 points? thanks What country are you from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ladok Posted August 5, 2019 Share Posted August 5, 2019 On 03/08/2019 at 03:31, Canada2Australia said: What country are you from? Georgia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheral Singh Posted September 4, 2019 Share Posted September 4, 2019 It is getting vague for the single applicants as such. Weirdo to know the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brianm93 Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 On 02/04/2019 at 21:14, wrussell said: From November 2019, the Skilled Migration Points Test will be adjusted to award additional points to primary applicants when their partner has competent English but does not meet the existing requirements for skilled partner points. Single applicants will also be awarded additional points to ensure they are not disadvantaged. This measure is estimated to result in an unquantifiable increase in revenue over the forward estimates period. The Department of Home Affairs will be provided with $0.3 million in 2019-20 to implement this measure. The Skilled Migration Points Test currently awards additional points to primary applicants where their partner is under 45 years old, has competent English, and has a skilled occupation applicable for the visa subclass and stream they have been invited to apply for. These changes will prioritise applicants who are single or whose partner can demonstrate competent English and therefore have the best potential to participate in the Australian labour market. I am currently sitting on 55 points, this is including the 5 points for my partners English and age. She doesn’t meet requirement for skills side of things... If these changes come in to play in November, will this give me more than 5 points for my partners part of the point scoring? Also, I read that applying for state sponsorship (190 visa) will increase from 5 to 15 points, is there any truth in this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted September 11, 2019 Share Posted September 11, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, Brianm93 said: I am currently sitting on 55 points, this is including the 5 points for my partners English and age. She doesn’t meet requirement for skills side of things... If these changes come in to play in November, will this give me more than 5 points for my partners part of the point scoring? Also, I read that applying for state sponsorship (190 visa) will increase from 5 to 15 points, is there any truth in this? That doesn't sound good. You need a minimum of 65 points to apply for a visa BUT do you understand that it's a competition, not a queue? The people with the highest points get picked first. Hundreds of applications come in every week and if they have higher points, they'll just leapfrog over you, and you'll be left behind, possibly until your application expires. Recently, there have been so many applicants with high points for the 189 visa, no one with 65 points has got a look-in. I don't know about the 190, that's a different system. When the changes come in November, you might get extra points - but then, so will everyone else, so you'll still be lagging behind. I'd strongly suggest you see a good migration agent. Most of the agents on these forums will give you a free initial consultation. Edited September 11, 2019 by Marisawright Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted September 11, 2019 Author Share Posted September 11, 2019 Quote When the changes come in November, you might get extra points - but then, so will everyone else, so you'll still be lagging behind. Precisely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brianm93 Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 12 hours ago, Marisawright said: That doesn't sound good. You need a minimum of 65 points to apply for a visa BUT do you understand that it's a competition, not a queue? The people with the highest points get picked first. Hundreds of applications come in every week and if they have higher points, they'll just leapfrog over you, and you'll be left behind, possibly until your application expires. Recently, there have been so many applicants with high points for the 189 visa, no one with 65 points has got a look-in. I don't know about the 190, that's a different system. When the changes come in November, you might get extra points - but then, so will everyone else, so you'll still be lagging behind. I'd strongly suggest you see a good migration agent. Most of the agents on these forums will give you a free initial consultation. Yeah I understand it’s one big competition, I should’ve mentioned I’ve booked the English test, so I’m hoping to boost my point to 75. Can only hope for a huge slice of luck I suppose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zara2009 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 Hi guys So if my husband has a successful assessment + IELTS 6 (each skill), we will get 15 points?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arju_12 Posted October 2, 2019 Share Posted October 2, 2019 6 hours ago, zara2009 said: Hi guys So if my husband has a successful assessment + IELTS 6 (each skill), we will get 15 points?? 10 points for spouse or de factor partner having Positive SA & competent English 5 Points for spouse or de facto partner having Competent English only 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zara2009 Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 (edited) 16 hours ago, Arju_12 said: 10 points for spouse or de factor partner having Positive SA & competent English 5 Points for spouse or de facto partner having Competent English only So 2 skilled workers = 1 skilled worker who is just "single"! How could it be possible?! Thanks for your helpful response Edited October 3, 2019 by zara2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CivCdn Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 On 03/10/2019 at 01:37, zara2009 said: So 2 skilled workers = 1 skilled worker who is just "single"! How could it be possible?! Thanks for your helpful response That’s because if a skilled applicant had a partner who wasn’t skilled, then the unskilled partner would get a visa over a skilled single person. Why would Australia want to use two spots on a skilled and unskilled person compared to two skilled persons? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted October 4, 2019 Author Share Posted October 4, 2019 If there is a way of stuffing it sup, they will find it. Wait until the legislation is published and do not rely on commentary about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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