gafuk Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 1 hour ago, Fisher1 said: Hi all A quick update on our progress. We've found a tiny house to rent and are moving in next Monday. Things I should have thought of earlier ... I should have had proof of earnings with me when we approached agents about renting. Photocopies of proof of identity would also have been useful. The agents we approached all wanted 100 points of proof of ID with 40 point for a driving licence 40 points for a passport and 20 points for various other things including a recent bank statement with your current address. We are staying with our daughter and have given her address for everything including Medicare which we have been told we can alter when we move into our own place. We went to our bank the day after we arrived and got them to print out a statement with our current address - statements self printed from the net are not always acceptable it seems. We've been a bit slow registering for a tax number, we are getting on to that this week. But one thing we hadn't realised is that we need Medicare registration before we can file for tax so Medicare comes first ... Specially useful if you get flu the day after you arrive :-) We are in New South Wales so possibly the above is not the same in other states. Hope someone finds it useful. Thanks for the info Fisher1, it all helps to prepare properly . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superman2016 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 13 hours ago, Annabel Lock said: Thanks KpNuts! I had a read through your posts in this thread and saw that you called Central link to follow up on your application around 6 weeks after you submitted it. So should we do the same if we don't hear anything from them after 6 weeks? Thanks again When your CPV was lodged, Annabel Lock? Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MICHELLENGUYEN Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Hi everyone, I just received the invitation yesterday 14 Sep 2017. Timeline: Lodgement Date: 27 Nov 2014 Acknownledgement: 25 Mar 2015 Invitation letter received: 14 Sep 2017 -------keep updating.... Hope you guys have a wonderful weekend ! P/S: my solicitor's office is safe. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpnuts Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Thanks KpNuts! I had a read through your posts in this thread and saw that you called Central link to follow up on your application around 6 weeks after you submitted it. So should we do the same if we don't hear anything from them after 6 weeks? Thanks againHi AnnabelThe forecast for Centrelink has recently been posted as a 3 month wait but as they don't provide any communication about receipt of paperwork, we decided to chase them. We gave it 6 weeks and my daughter spoke to someone in Canberra who was very helpful. Anyway, things seemed to move after the call and we deposited the AOS a couple of weeks later. One point of interest, after depositing the AOS I sent copies of the deposit agreement, proof of payment receipt etc to IMMI but they STILL want a letter of acceptance from Centrelink. Apparently this will take another 2 weeks to receive arrggh.Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpnuts Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 When your CPV was lodged, Annabel Lock? KevinHi AnnabelMy CPV was lodged on 1st Dec 2014.It seems like a lifetime ago!!Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amytran1 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Just let everyone know i just received the invite from pv team 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpnuts Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 One piece of advice to folks on their way - even though I have been on a Visitors visa, it has been very useful to get my Aussie driving licence. Most authorities, and other agencies seem to rely on the driving licence as a good source of ID. It has helped us in home rental, Medicare and other occasions when you need to prove and address in AU. By law, you don't need one as a Visitor or for a period of time after getting PR but it's well worth it. I am in WA and took out a 5 year licence which worked out a little cheaper.Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOz 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bridgie Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Hi folks,A little progress,OFFSHORE APPLICANTS (subclass 143/173)When your application is allocated to an assessing officer, you or your authorised contact may be asked to provide more documents, including but not limited to, Assurance of Support (subclass 143 only), police certificates and health clearances to finalise your application. We are currently assessing applications lodged up to and including 10 December 2014.Sent from my iPad using PomsinOz 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimboslice Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 We are currently assessing applications lodged up to and including 10 December 2014. its on the move again 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett31 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 It's just moved by 15 days?! Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOz 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superman2016 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Only 15 days after one and half month. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusieRoo Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 1 hour ago, Kpnuts said: One piece of advice to folks on their way - even though I have been on a Visitors visa, it has been very useful to get my Aussie driving licence. Most authorities, and other agencies seem to rely on the driving licence as a good source of ID. It has helped us in home rental, Medicare and other occasions when you need to prove and address in AU. By law, you don't need one as a Visitor or for a period of time after getting PR but it's well worth it. I am in WA and took out a 5 year licence which worked out a little cheaper. Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOz Thank you for the information. What did you need to do the get your Aussie driving license? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathss56 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 (edited) 14 hours ago, gafuk said: Hi All, So we are looking at preparing for our medicals. In past posts I am sure I've seen comments about a clinic in Edinburgh that are really good and applicant friendly but I tracked back and can't seem to see anything?. Has anyone commented on this or got information please?. Also, what is the process , do we automatically have to provide medical background of our families and if so how deep? Or do they only ask for that in certain cases? Any information would be helpful Geoff If you type in "immigration panel physicians" on border.gov website it gives you a list according to which part of UK only The Edinburgh Clinic 40 Colington Rd EH10 5BT Edited September 15, 2017 by Kathss56 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amytran1 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 Hi can anyone help me ? Did i have to complete form 80 for every member who applied for visa? Thc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisher1 Posted September 15, 2017 Share Posted September 15, 2017 13 hours ago, Kpnuts said: One piece of advice to folks on their way - even though I have been on a Visitors visa, it has been very useful to get my Aussie driving licence. Most authorities, and other agencies seem to rely on the driving licence as a good source of ID. It has helped us in home rental, Medicare and other occasions when you need to prove and address in AU. By law, you don't need one as a Visitor or for a period of time after getting PR but it's well worth it. I am in WA and took out a 5 year licence which worked out a little cheaper. Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOz Good advice I think, but just want to add that here in NSW everyone has accepted our UK licence as ID without a problem. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gafuk Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 £1 = 1-70. ? (3 Days after I transfer £1000 To Aussy bank Account ?) If Its An Upward Trend It Will Make Such A Difference ! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisher1 Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 21 hours ago, Amytran1 said: Hi can anyone help me ? Did i have to complete form 80 for every member who applied for visa? Thc I did. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gafuk Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 On 9/15/2017 at 14:43, Amytran1 said: Hi can anyone help me ? Did i have to complete form 80 for every member who applied for visa? Thc Yes My wife and I both filled in the form 80 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amytran1 Posted September 16, 2017 Share Posted September 16, 2017 Thx gafuk and fisher1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpnuts Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 Good advice I think, but just want to add that here in NSW everyone has accepted our UK licence as ID without a problem. Agree and not sure of the NSW licence format but the WA licences have your AU address in them which avoids having to find other supporting documents.Sent using Poms in Oz mobile app 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kpnuts Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 Thank you for the information. What did you need to do the get your Aussie driving license?For WA - Firstly the application form and your UK licence. I supported ID with my passport, and EFTPOS bank cards and I think a bank statement with my AU address. They automatically give you basic car and motorcycle (if on your UK licence). Any other groups such as goods or large passenger transport are subject to a separate AU test. Sent from my iPhone using PomsinOzSent using Poms in Oz mobile app 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisher1 Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 Hi all We are moving into our rental property today. Will let you know any strange or startling quirks that trip us up along the way.ni was surprised (and pleased) to find that here in NSW the owner pays the service charges and the local taxes. Wish us luck! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samson Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 On 9/15/2017 at 15:53, Kpnuts said: One piece of advice to folks on their way - even though I have been on a Visitors visa, it has been very useful to get my Aussie driving licence. Most authorities, and other agencies seem to rely on the driving licence as a good source of ID. It has helped us in home rental, Medicare and other occasions when you need to prove and address in AU. By law, you don't need one as a Visitor or for a period of time after getting PR but it's well worth it. I am in WA and took out a 5 year licence which worked out a little cheaper. Hey, Did they ask you to prove you had applied for a permanent visa? I am only on a 457 but really want a WA driving licence however been told I can't get one until I apply for a PR visa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superman2016 Posted September 18, 2017 Share Posted September 18, 2017 The processing time going up again 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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