Steveathome Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Hi, my name is Steve and i am married with 3 children. We are keen on moving to Aus in the next couple of years but could do with some help and advice on where to start, and what the costs of visas are? Etc Etc.... Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesnparry Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Hi Welcome. The DIAC website will explain all the different visas. Depends whether your job or your spouse's is on the skills shortage list. For some visas you need to pass a points test based on your age, qualifications, experience etc. What job do you do? Do you want a permanent or temporary visa? Where do you want to live in oz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steveathome Posted November 1, 2011 Author Share Posted November 1, 2011 I am a double glazing/solar panel installer and my wife is a hairdresser, both qualified but my occupation is not on the list, so we are looking for permanent visas and we are undecided as to which part we would like to move to. :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesnparry Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 A sponsored permanent visa would either be an ENS which is points tested or a RSMS which is not points tested but requires you to work in a regional area. Both are employer sponsored. Your wife would need to find an employer willing to sponsor her. You have to work for them for 2 years under the visa conditions. A general skilled visa is 'independent' i.e. you can work anywhere in oz. This is points tested and the average timeline given by DIAC to process this visa is about 18 - 24 months. The employer sponsored visas currently have a higher processing priority. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesnparry Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Regarding costs? Visa application Medicals Qualification assessments Police checks Shipping costs Flights Rental Bond..... We have estimated that we will parted with close to 10k by the time we board the plane! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chardy Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I think WA have Hairdresser on their state sponsorship list, so you may be able to apply for a 176 permanent visa with your wife as main applicant. Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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