craigtweedy90

I was made redundant from work on Friday. Looking to get back into work, i have 90 days until i have to leave. I'm a CNC programmer/machinist. I'm eligible for PR visa but need to get someone to take over my sponsor or face leaving Australia permanently. I'm based in Melbourne's north but i'm willing to travel. If anyone could help or has any suggestions i would appreciate it!

Pollyana

If you are eligible for PR and can get in your application before the 90 days are up you will get a bridging visa and canstay pending the grant.

Bermudashorts

When you say you are eligible for PR what visa specifically do you mean you are eligible for? If it is the skilled migrant visa you are thinking of, then how far down the track are you in terms of skills assessment etc.

craigtweedy90

So I'm eligible for a 189 skilled independent visa. I was informed by migration agent that a skills assessment would take minimum of 12 weeks to process. Been ringing around jobs and recruiters today to see if someone would be happy to take over my sponsor.

Bermudashorts

Hmm ok. Some skills assessments are quicker than others but yes looks like you are going to need a sponsor. I would probably recommend you post in e main Australia forum if you are after job leads, this section is purely for the immigration process and visas and fewer people regularly read here.

craigtweedy90

No problem. Thanks for the help.