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Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 18th 2008, 2:50 am
Replies: 22
Views: 1,833
Posted By Nick

Re: immi unit?

My god.

Firstly, do NOT give money to anyone who says that simply 'buying a business' can get you a visa.

Secondly, please please do not pay for an assessment (I know you already have, so not...
Forum: Australia
Jan 17th 2008, 3:07 am
Replies: 10
Views: 1,320
Posted By Nick

Re: Australian Bank Accounts

Hi there

http://www.westpac.com.au/internet/publish.nsf/Content/PBIT+Migrant+banking

Enjoy :)
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 12th 2008, 10:37 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 1,485
Posted By Nick

Re: tra or vetasses

Hi

Tasks are the key in deciding which SOL occupation best fits yours.

Are your tasks more similar to a Fitter?:

Tasks Include:

* studies drawings or specifications to determine...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 12th 2008, 10:34 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 674
Posted By Nick

Re: A Query

If you mean that you hold a subclass 475 visa sponsored by SA - then no you should not have any such restriction and you do not need to work as a copywriter (no requirements to work in the occupation...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 12th 2008, 10:32 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 910
Posted By Nick

Re: Should I Marry?

If you are able to show that you have 12 months cohabitation before the visa application is lodged, then you can be called 'de-facto spouses'. Evidence can be of course things like joint tenancy /...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Jan 12th 2008, 10:23 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 1,565
Posted By Nick

Re: Dream up in smoke

We are a sad bunch aren't we :)
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 30th 2007, 10:18 pm
Replies: 33
Views: 2,475
Posted By Nick

Re: SHOULD AGENT BE DOING MORE?

Allan is right.

Moreover, it may seem that they are initially giving you all guides, checklists, instructions etc. (which they would have stated in the first place), but as MARA agents they should...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 21st 2007, 10:10 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 442
Posted By Nick

Re: PCC needed for 15yr old turning 16 during application period?

Hi there

Yes - he will be requested to get one.

Sorry to hear that the situation is not so simple for you - good luck!!

If he turns 16 soon, maybe your husband can apply for the PCC when he...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 17th 2007, 10:57 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 640
Posted By Nick

Re: Defacto Help!

Sorry I don't off hand - I am sure that a web search will turn it up for you :)

Cheers
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 17th 2007, 12:51 am
Replies: 6
Views: 496
Posted By Nick

Re: 175 APPLICATION HELP PLEASE

Blimey Beth - I think you should have a job sorted when you get to Aus - migration consultant ! :):)
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 17th 2007, 12:38 am
Replies: 3
Views: 676
Posted By Nick

Re: Recent work experience requirement

Hi there

One point is that the job title is not always the relevant factor - the tasks done within an occupation are the key. With the various medical occupation titles, this research work may be...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 17th 2007, 12:32 am
Replies: 17
Views: 1,353
Posted By Nick

Re: A few questions from a beginner!

Hi there

So you have not done a skill assessment for yourself yet?

If so, then maybe don't worry about the police check yet - and you cannot do the medicals until the visa application is lodged...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 16th 2007, 10:57 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 640
Posted By Nick

Re: Defacto Help!

Hi there

I previously worked for DIAC as a spouse visa decision-maker --- you must inform the processing office of your whereabouts. As long as he has activated/validated the visa as you say, you...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 14th 2007, 3:51 am
Replies: 12
Views: 769
Posted By Nick

Re: Visa agent cost

Hi there, you'll find that agents fees are not £2000 - £3000.

If they are over £2000, then that's really too much.

Shop around lots of agents that you see online - see what advice, level of...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 14th 2007, 2:43 am
Replies: 7
Views: 774
Posted By Nick

Re: PR Visa and Visa Validation and RRV

Once the visa is granted, it is valid for 5 years. You must activated the visa by literally entering Aus once and stepping pass customs. You may have about 8 - 9 months just to make the first entry,...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 14th 2007, 2:41 am
Replies: 9
Views: 793
Posted By Nick

Re: what category if you are married to an ozzie???

As the spouse visa is cheaper and easier, then some people do prefer this option. Case officers are (usually & should be) more 'contactable' during the spouse process vs. skills process, which is no...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Dec 14th 2007, 2:37 am
Replies: 10
Views: 985
Posted By Nick

Re: Oz vs. UK Migration Agents

Indeed, the question is weighing the pros and cons as you would with any spend:

Look around lots of agents and get a feel for:

- who offers the best, quickest and friendliest free initial...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 31st 2007, 12:38 am
Replies: 4
Views: 881
Posted By Nick

Re: De Facto Visa Interview

Hi there

I worked in the spouse section of an Aus visa office for a while - they may telephone one of you or either of you - I have not worked in Canada but I am guessing that it's a very low risk...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 31st 2007, 12:35 am
Replies: 8
Views: 2,509
Posted By Nick

Re: Brisbane Character Assessment Unit Processing time

Hi there

Just a quick message from me to say that a year is completely "normal" processing time for the BCAU.

It can even go up to 19 months and more than that - for ALL case-types.

So the...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 29th 2007, 4:33 am
Replies: 9
Views: 726
Posted By Nick

Re: manchester expo 27th 28th

Ah, the miming profession - most noble profession in the world, that. :):) Sorry! Couldn't help myself :p

These expos are often a disappointment - I think that they should make it clearer what's...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 17th 2007, 6:34 am
Replies: 3
Views: 611
Posted By Nick

Re: Spouse Visa Entry

Hi there

Spouse visas are much quicker than skills visas - should be something like 2 - 4 months processing time (some cases do go to 5 or so months).

Demonstrating all aspects of the...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 17th 2007, 1:09 am
Replies: 660
Views: 112,559
Posted By Nick

Re: Trade skills assessment pathway removed for those without qualifications

Hi Flixy

It is incredibly unlikely (even maybe an absolute definite) that nothing will happen before 60 days, so please do not pin any hopes on this.

Best wishes

Nick
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 12th 2007, 1:01 am
Replies: 660
Views: 112,559
Posted By Nick

Re: Trade skills assessment pathway removed for those without qualifications

Hi George

Yes I agree with you that no one should "put their lives on hold" - and that if anyone can find ENS, then this is definitely the best option as it stands right now. Unfortunately for a...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 11th 2007, 10:03 am
Replies: 660
Views: 112,559
Posted By Nick

Re: Trade skills assessment pathway removed for those without qualifications

Hi George

I do agree with you that is best not to get people's hopes up - but the MIA are confident about this and logic (not that is the biggest deciding factor in government decisions) should...
Forum: Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia)
Oct 10th 2007, 12:46 am
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By Nick

Re: STAT DECS/PROSPECTIVE MARRIAGE.

Hi there

Yes - get all of her close family members and a few friends also to write about the relationship and all of the details that they know about, including your future plans etc.

Cheers
...
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