489 Invitation COVID 19 uncertainty

[helpplease]

Hi all,

Unfortunately I was made redundant this week due to the current situation and soon after I received an invitation to apply for state sponsorship! Talk about typical timing! I know that you need to provide proof of ongoing employment for at least 12 months. I was wondering what are the chances that the case officer will allow me some time to find another job? Thanks

[helpplease]

Sorry i meant 491 state invitation!

[AmyL]

Sorry to hear that. It is an uncertain and stressful time. The last I heard immigration were taking Covid-19 into consideration and were allowing extensions over the 60 days to apply. I would submit an online enquiry and ask for an extension. 

What state have you been nominated by? 

[helpplease]

Hi AmyL,

Thanks for the advice! It is for QLD. This is the 491 state invitation from BSMQ which I believe is the process before you get actually invited by immigration to apply for the visa. The email said I had 14 days to supply for all documentation which includes proof of ongoing employment for the next 12 months.