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Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Feb 7th 2011, 9:15 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Most of you read the 'other' forum, so you probably already know, that we also got rejected with the 'regret to inform you - we require 'exceptional and rare skills'.

Wish they didn't waste 3...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 19th 2011, 2:36 am
Replies: 1
Views: 771
Posted By Gery R.

Re: ACS positive now Victoria State Sponsorship

- If your occupation does not have additional language requirements you don't need to provide IELTS results. Just scan your passport or birth certificate. This is not required by VIC, but just in...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 19th 2011, 2:27 am
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Wow, sorry to hear that...

Any reason why?
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 18th 2011, 9:48 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

I guess we are all desperate for news ;)

Let me tell you our story:

12 Nov. - Submitted Online Application
Received case ID the next day.
System down - no more online tracking available
...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 17th 2011, 12:39 am
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

All applicants must show evidence of at least "competent" English. Such evidence would be IELTS; passport of eligible country; or diploma from certain studies taken in English (maybe your friend's...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 16th 2011, 6:47 am
Replies: 3
Views: 646
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Some questions from a Canadian about PR

Hey,

We are Canadians, too. Not much to say, just wanted to say hi. You seem to be more or less familiar with the process.
I believe the working holiday visa has certain age restrictions.
...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 11th 2011, 6:48 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 1,643
Posted By Gery R.

Re: VE 175 Granted!

Congratulations!

All the best in AU!
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 7th 2011, 2:43 am
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Congrats!

It must feel great! Hope we all feel the same way soon!
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 23rd 2010, 11:11 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Congratulations!

Wow! Long wait - since May... Most of us applied in November and we are already desperate for news :rofl:

What is the profession?

Best luck for future!
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 23rd 2010, 8:09 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

The original processing time was 8 weeks. Maybe that is why they have amedend to 12 weeks. Apparently nowadays it takes them one month to acknowledge receipt of application. :)

Merry Christmas to...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 22nd 2010, 6:50 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

From my experience, this doesn't seem to be the process.

Our case ID was assigned right away (while the website tracking system was working). Later on they requested additional documentation (the...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 18th 2010, 10:34 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,033
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Dual citizenship dilemma and TRA

I would have suggested that he waited, but considering the new point system he might not have a chance with...

I think that once his profession is successfully assessed, it wouldn't matter if it...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 2nd 2010, 8:47 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Guess what. I got the Declaration request, too.

My application was received Nov.12. Declaration requested today (Dec.3).

In addition to "no hard copy required" they have added to the email:
...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 30th 2010, 7:10 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

I'm wondering why they keep on requesting Declaration form from many applicants. Most of you mentioned that the signed declaration was sent at the time of application.

I remember there was a...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 30th 2010, 7:47 am
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

You are in a tough situation. You are probably sure that you are using the correct User ID / Password (lower / upper case). Also using the same email that you previously used. I know it seems simple,...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 30th 2010, 1:13 am
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Not that I am an expert, but since no one else has replied, I will give my two cents.

1) I don't remember Victoria setting required amount per person (on the top of my head). Maybe you should...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 29th 2010, 9:37 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Guys,

I tried to track my application today and much to my surprise
"The tracking option has been removed due to technical issues. Applicants will be notified via email for the results."...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 17th 2010, 7:00 pm
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Technically one can apply in DIAC and (if I remember correctly) has 28 days to supply all necessary documentation.

This leads me to believe that if you apply in DIAC say, in November with a valid...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 16th 2010, 6:46 pm
Replies: 3
Views: 1,712
Posted By Gery R.

Re: ACS Assessment: "A legend explaining the grading system must be included"

The translation of my diplomas include persentage of grade (i.e. if the mark is 5 for example, it is equal to 80%), as well as the letter system. (A to F, A being the highest).

There is also the...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 10th 2010, 11:02 am
Replies: 1,143
Views: 160,444
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Victoria SMP (merged threads)

Guys (who already applied),

I've read the application guidelines many times. However, I didn't find the answer to my question.
Are you scanning original documents or certified copies of the...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Nov 10th 2010, 2:25 am
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By Gery R.

Re: victoria sponsored 176 visa october group

Hello,

Could you pls advise whether you scanned the original documents for VIC SS application, or certified true copies?

I am still at VIC SS application stage.

Good luck with your DIAC...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 30th 2010, 1:20 am
Replies: 8
Views: 1,245
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Got Canadian citizenship and now i am asked for my Australia medicals

You are right. What I meant to say is that the pregnancy would be holding the application, not the passports.

I apologize for the confusion. Recap: Wait for the passports, send the form stating...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 29th 2010, 11:21 pm
Replies: 8
Views: 1,245
Posted By Gery R.

Re: Got Canadian citizenship and now i am asked for my Australia medicals

The Canadian Passport is not an issue in this case, as you will receive it soon (within the 28 days timeframe). No need to bother your CO with it. You will only need to advise your CO about the...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 3rd 2010, 2:55 am
Replies: 3
Views: 801
Posted By Gery R.

Re: TRA Assessment - review - degree

Sorry, wrong wording. I meant apprenticeship. Motor Mechanic.
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