Former Current Processing Times (continued)
Jan 24th 2009, 9:41 am
#349
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
we lodged a 175 application in nov 08 due to the changes in processing times we were wondering would it be worthwile changing our visa to a 176 state nominated? would we then fall into the group receivig a CO by 13th feb? or could we end up waiting een longer.
also a previous post showed the processing times update and included in the state nominated section was 175 what does this mean? my understanding was that 175 was an independent visa so are they being allocated in the same way as the 176?
also a previous post showed the processing times update and included in the state nominated section was 175 what does this mean? my understanding was that 175 was an independent visa so are they being allocated in the same way as the 176?
Jan 24th 2009, 10:00 am
#350
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
That is the multi dollar question we all ask/pondering over.Even some 175 applicants with trades on both MODL and CSL yet nobody knows what is happening to those applns.Keep fingers crossed and wait for a miracle out there
Jan 24th 2009, 10:15 am
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
we lodged a 175 application in nov 08 due to the changes in processing times we were wondering would it be worthwile changing our visa to a 176 state nominated? would we then fall into the group receivig a CO by 13th feb? or could we end up waiting een longer.
also a previous post showed the processing times update and included in the state nominated section was 175 what does this mean? my understanding was that 175 was an independent visa so are they being allocated in the same way as the 176?
also a previous post showed the processing times update and included in the state nominated section was 175 what does this mean? my understanding was that 175 was an independent visa so are they being allocated in the same way as the 176?
Twinset
Jan 24th 2009, 2:20 pm
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
Hi everyone!
I just want to say a big THANK YOU! to the administrators and to all people who posted messages here.
I have received my PR visa today and I am verry happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- application submitted on 31.08.07 (online application skilled independent student 880)
- low risk country: Romania
- electronics engineer( graduated in Romania, another 2 years of study in Australia)
- medicals and police check front uploaded
- medicals finalised on 23.07.08
- new AP check requested on 28.11.08
- all documents MET on 17.12.08
- Visa granted 20.01.09!
Good luck to everyone!
I just want to say a big THANK YOU! to the administrators and to all people who posted messages here.
I have received my PR visa today and I am verry happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- application submitted on 31.08.07 (online application skilled independent student 880)
- low risk country: Romania
- electronics engineer( graduated in Romania, another 2 years of study in Australia)
- medicals and police check front uploaded
- medicals finalised on 23.07.08
- new AP check requested on 28.11.08
- all documents MET on 17.12.08
- Visa granted 20.01.09!
Good luck to everyone!
Finally! Took you a year and 4 months though....seems like a long time....thought it's only abt a year. guess it depends on the class of application....
Jan 24th 2009, 2:37 pm
#353
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
now there is no clear picture revealed after looking at the aspc weekly updates....as such 175 subclass has become a puzzle....everybody is wondering why DIAC chaps are considering it in state / territory nominated category......i m a feb 08 applicant 175 e-filed, HR country, MODL + CSL......it always about some more patience.....instead of discussing why 175 is categorised in this way...lets wait until 13th feb 2009......if DIAC allocates a case officer to 175 visa applicants then its ok....if then dont.....that too is ok......what else can we do......by the way....anybody else has applied in FEB 08, 175 category.....?
i go mad when i imagine that if still CO is not allotted after damn waiting of a year.....when the final visa shall come into my hands......my meds expire in May 09.......and DIAC people are now guiding that one should not be uploading meds and clearances unless told by CO.......
i go mad when i imagine that if still CO is not allotted after damn waiting of a year.....when the final visa shall come into my hands......my meds expire in May 09.......and DIAC people are now guiding that one should not be uploading meds and clearances unless told by CO.......
Hey
when you say high risk countries what do you mean? is the U.K a high risk country?
I am about to submit my online 175 visa in a couple of weeks and because i am a nurse i am on the critical list, i asked an agent (im not using one i am doing it myself) and he said to me that he didnt think my visa process would take much more than 4 months !!!!!! I wish
Jan 24th 2009, 5:47 pm
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
Hey
when you say high risk countries what do you mean? is the U.K a high risk country?
I am about to submit my online 175 visa in a couple of weeks and because i am a nurse i am on the critical list, i asked an agent (im not using one i am doing it myself) and he said to me that he didnt think my visa process would take much more than 4 months !!!!!! I wish
when you say high risk countries what do you mean? is the U.K a high risk country?
I am about to submit my online 175 visa in a couple of weeks and because i am a nurse i am on the critical list, i asked an agent (im not using one i am doing it myself) and he said to me that he didnt think my visa process would take much more than 4 months !!!!!! I wish
Jan 25th 2009, 9:22 am
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
Hey
when you say high risk countries what do you mean? is the U.K a high risk country?
I am about to submit my online 175 visa in a couple of weeks and because i am a nurse i am on the critical list, i asked an agent (im not using one i am doing it myself) and he said to me that he didnt think my visa process would take much more than 4 months !!!!!! I wish
when you say high risk countries what do you mean? is the U.K a high risk country?
I am about to submit my online 175 visa in a couple of weeks and because i am a nurse i am on the critical list, i asked an agent (im not using one i am doing it myself) and he said to me that he didnt think my visa process would take much more than 4 months !!!!!! I wish
Last edited by Pollyana; Jan 25th 2009 at 9:24 am.
Jan 26th 2009, 12:19 am
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
Hi, Just joined,
I applied through an agent and visa submitted in November 2008.
Modl 2231-79 (Oracle Specialist.)
I notice it states computer proffessionals MODL on the CSL
Does this mean I will get processed under MODL at the bottom or via the CSL list?
Also is it worthwhile applying for state sponsorship, as this would speed up my application?
Annoying thing is I had my medicals booked for two weeks time and now don't know whether to cancel them or not.
Anyone who can help it would be much appreciated.
Regards
Cliff
I applied through an agent and visa submitted in November 2008.
Modl 2231-79 (Oracle Specialist.)
I notice it states computer proffessionals MODL on the CSL
Does this mean I will get processed under MODL at the bottom or via the CSL list?
Also is it worthwhile applying for state sponsorship, as this would speed up my application?
Annoying thing is I had my medicals booked for two weeks time and now don't know whether to cancel them or not.
Anyone who can help it would be much appreciated.
Regards
Cliff
Jan 26th 2009, 2:40 am
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
Hi, Just joined,
I applied through an agent and visa submitted in November 2008.
Modl 2231-79 (Oracle Specialist.)
I notice it states computer proffessionals MODL on the CSL
Does this mean I will get processed under MODL at the bottom or via the CSL list?
Also is it worthwhile applying for state sponsorship, as this would speed up my application?
Annoying thing is I had my medicals booked for two weeks time and now don't know whether to cancel them or not.
Anyone who can help it would be much appreciated.
Regards
Cliff
I applied through an agent and visa submitted in November 2008.
Modl 2231-79 (Oracle Specialist.)
I notice it states computer proffessionals MODL on the CSL
Does this mean I will get processed under MODL at the bottom or via the CSL list?
Also is it worthwhile applying for state sponsorship, as this would speed up my application?
Annoying thing is I had my medicals booked for two weeks time and now don't know whether to cancel them or not.
Anyone who can help it would be much appreciated.
Regards
Cliff
If you apply for state sponsership you might be processed faster however you would have more restrictions on your visa so is it worth it?
Last edited by mavios; Jan 26th 2009 at 2:43 am.
Jan 26th 2009, 8:26 am
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
I was originally planning to go out in APril / May this year based on the Agencies timings for November submission. does anyone have any idea what the new processing times are likely to be.
Jan 26th 2009, 8:56 am
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
Some migration agents suggesting switch to state sponsored. But you say your skills on CSL. You would want to consult urgently with agent. Wouldn't cancel your medicals until you have checked.
Twinset
Jan 26th 2009, 10:16 am
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Re: Current Processing Times (continued)
Your agent should be checking this for you via their portal - picture should be clearer by 13th Feb. Worthwhile downloading the processing times email weekly. Assume you are 175?
Some migration agents suggesting switch to state sponsored. But you say your skills on CSL. You would want to consult urgently with agent. Wouldn't cancel your medicals until you have checked.
Twinset
Some migration agents suggesting switch to state sponsored. But you say your skills on CSL. You would want to consult urgently with agent. Wouldn't cancel your medicals until you have checked.
Twinset
I am on the 2231-79 Oracle specialist (MODL)
Many thanks for the response, my agent (ASA) say they are waiting to hear more before they can advise. Had got the house going on the market later this month and if I cancel the medicals after this week then I will loose 50% of the costs.
I was planning a late telephone call tonight and was going to ring the immigration processing number to ask where they see my application in the list, and ask there advice on the medicals. If it's only a couple of months delay then I will go ahead with the medicals as we were planning to leave for Oz a couple of weeks after the visa was granted. If its much longer then I will go for the SSV option. If I get any meaningful info from the telephone call I will post it up on the site for reference.
Regards
Cliff