Ian_s

Hi everybody, after reading loads of posts on here & everybody seems to
be friendly and helpful I'll finally take the plunge. I'll give you a
brief insight into our situation and ask a few questions.
Went to Adelaide in Feb - wife & kids loved it. On our return we
contacted an agent(Overseas emigration) who told us our best option was
for Toni(wife) to apply for SIR as childcare coordinator, but would have
to apply before 22nd July when Toni reaches the ripe old age of
30(desparate for points). As Toni's qualification was not a full degree
we couldn't apply for this occupation. The loophole is-apply as a 40
point occupation and use work experience to gain sponsorship off a
state. SA requires 50 & 60 point occupations only so waste of time going
to Adelaide. Only option is Victoria as they really need childcare
occupations.
Agent sent qualifications off to Vetassess on May 10th and we are still
awaiting a result. Its getting a bit tight for time as when we get the
result we still have to obtain sponsorship from Vic. After reading all
the threads on here I'm not hopeful of having everything ready to go for
July 22nd though agent still remains upbeat.
My main worry though is the $100k bond. Agent tells us that when they
request it you only have 70 days to deposit money and like most people
my capital is all tied to the house, is this true and can you get an
extension or should I start thinking about putting our home on the
market. Obviously we don't want to sell the house unless we have a
concrete chance of obtaining the visa. This chicken and egg scenario is
our major concern.
Does anybody know when the extra points for English come on line? - this
could be our saving grace.
One other announcement that has been made is that from July 1st
childcare coordinator will be assessed by TRA(more work experience based
as opposed to paper qualifications). This hopefully means that we can
claim 50 points even though we'd have to spend more money on a new
assessment. Hey we might even be able to apply for STNI & go to SA or
WA.
Phew that was hard work!
Sorry it's long winded but this is our situation, sitting and waiting
like everybody else.
Your inputs & thoughts gratefully received - now off to watch the footy.

Ian. S

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Mark & Ali

> Hi everybody, after reading loads of posts on here & everybody
> seems to be friendly and helpful I'll finally take the plunge.
> I'll give you a brief insight into our situation and ask a few
> questions.
> Went to Adelaide in Feb - wife & kids loved it. On our return we
> contacted an agent(Overseas emigration) who told us our best
> option was for Toni(wife) to apply for SIR as childcare
> coordinator, but would have to apply before 22nd July when Toni
> reaches the ripe old age of 30(desparate for points). As Toni's
> qualification was not a full degree we couldn't apply for this
> occupation. The loophole is-apply as a 40 point occupation and
> use work experience to gain sponsorship off a state. SA requires
> 50 & 60 point occupations only so waste of time going to
> Adelaide. Only option is Victoria as they really need childcare
> occupations.
> Agent sent qualifications off to Vetassess on May 10th and we
> are still awaiting a result. Its getting a bit tight for time as
> when we get the result we still have to obtain sponsorship from
> Vic. After reading all the threads on here I'm not hopeful of
> having everything ready to go for July 22nd though agent still
> remains upbeat.
> My main worry though is the $100k bond. Agent tells us that when
> they request it you only have 70 days to deposit money and like
> most people my capital is all tied to the house, is this true
> and can you get an extension or should I start thinking about
> putting our home on the market. Obviously we don't want to sell
> the house unless we have a concrete chance of obtaining the
> visa. This chicken and egg scenario is our major concern.
> Does anybody know when the extra points for English come on
> line? - this could be our saving grace.
> One other announcement that has been made is that from July 1st
> childcare coordinator will be assessed by TRA(more work
> experience based as opposed to paper qualifications). This
> hopefully means that we can claim 50 points even though we'd
> have to spend more money on a new assessment. Hey we might even
> be able to apply for STNI & go to SA or WA.
> Phew that was hard work!
> Sorry it's long winded but this is our situation, sitting and
> waiting like everybody else.
> Your inputs & thoughts gratefully received - now off to watch
> the footy.
> Ian. S

Just wanted to say hi.

I'm fairly new to the forum myself so don't know enough about the
Visa process to be able to answer your question, but just wanted to
welcome you.

Loads of brilliant help, tips and advice will no doubt fly your
way shortly.

Good luck

Ali X

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Ian_s

> Just wanted to say hi.
> I'm fairly new to the forum myself so don't know enough about the
> Visa process to be able to answer your question, but just wanted to
> welcome you.
> Loads of brilliant help, tips and advice will no doubt fly your way
> shortly.
> Good luck
> Ali X

Which visa are you applying for & how far along are you? Have you any
defo plans?

Good luck to you also

Ian

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Sa-Redback

> Hi everybody, after reading loads of posts on here & everybody
> seems to be friendly and helpful I'll finally take the plunge.
> I'll give you a brief insight into our situation and ask a few
> questions.
> Went to Adelaide in Feb - wife & kids loved it. On our return we
> contacted an agent(Overseas emigration) who told us our best
> option was for Toni(wife) to apply for SIR as childcare
> coordinator, but would have to apply before 22nd July when Toni
> reaches the ripe old age of 30(desparate for points). As Toni's
> qualification was not a full degree we couldn't apply for this
> occupation. The loophole is-apply as a 40 point occupation and
> use work experience to gain sponsorship off a state. SA requires
> 50 & 60 point occupations only so waste of time going to
> Adelaide. Only option is Victoria as they really need childcare
> occupations.
> Agent sent qualifications off to Vetassess on May 10th and we
> are still awaiting a result. Its getting a bit tight for time as
> when we get the result we still have to obtain sponsorship from
> Vic. After reading all the threads on here I'm not hopeful of
> having everything ready to go for July 22nd though agent still
> remains upbeat.
> My main worry though is the $100k bond. Agent tells us that when
> they request it you only have 70 days to deposit money and like
> most people my capital is all tied to the house, is this true
> and can you get an extension or should I start thinking about
> putting our home on the market. Obviously we don't want to sell
> the house unless we have a concrete chance of obtaining the
> visa. This chicken and egg scenario is our major concern.
> Does anybody know when the extra points for English come on
> line? - this could be our saving grace.
> One other announcement that has been made is that from July 1st
> childcare coordinator will be assessed by TRA(more work
> experience based as opposed to paper qualifications). This
> hopefully means that we can claim 50 points even though we'd
> have to spend more money on a new assessment. Hey we might even
> be able to apply for STNI & go to SA or WA.
> Phew that was hard work!
> Sorry it's long winded but this is our situation, sitting and
> waiting like everybody else.
> Your inputs & thoughts gratefully received - now off to watch
> the footy.
> Ian. S

Hi Ian S
dont know the answerer to your question but i am sure someone will
just wanted to say welcome
lots of helpful people here.

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WendyC

> Hi everybody, after reading loads of posts on here & everybody
> seems to be friendly and helpful I'll finally take the plunge.
> I'll give you a brief insight into our situation and ask a few
> questions.
> Went to Adelaide in Feb - wife & kids loved it. On our return we
> contacted an agent(Overseas emigration) who told us our best
> option was for Toni(wife) to apply for SIR as childcare
> coordinator, but would have to apply before 22nd July when Toni
> reaches the ripe old age of 30(desparate for points). As Toni's
> qualification was not a full degree we couldn't apply for this
> occupation. The loophole is-apply as a 40 point occupation and
> use work experience to gain sponsorship off a state. SA requires
> 50 & 60 point occupations only so waste of time going to
> Adelaide. Only option is Victoria as they really need childcare
> occupations.
> Agent sent qualifications off to Vetassess on May 10th and we
> are still awaiting a result. Its getting a bit tight for time as
> when we get the result we still have to obtain sponsorship from
> Vic. After reading all the threads on here I'm not hopeful of
> having everything ready to go for July 22nd though agent still
> remains upbeat.
> My main worry though is the $100k bond. Agent tells us that when
> they request it you only have 70 days to deposit money and like
> most people my capital is all tied to the house, is this true
> and can you get an extension or should I start thinking about
> putting our home on the market. Obviously we don't want to sell
> the house unless we have a concrete chance of obtaining the
> visa. This chicken and egg scenario is our major concern.
> Does anybody know when the extra points for English come on
> line? - this could be our saving grace.
> One other announcement that has been made is that from July 1st
> childcare coordinator will be assessed by TRA(more work
> experience based as opposed to paper qualifications). This
> hopefully means that we can claim 50 points even though we'd
> have to spend more money on a new assessment. Hey we might even
> be able to apply for STNI & go to SA or WA.
> Phew that was hard work!
> Sorry it's long winded but this is our situation, sitting and
> waiting like everybody else.
> Your inputs & thoughts gratefully received - now off to watch
> the footy.
> Ian. S

My immediate thoughts are that you should definately wait to hear from
Vetassess before you sell your house.

As to the rest, well it's all a bit of a gamble isn't it. On the one
hand you need the age points for the SIR but on the other the rules
could change in your favour and enable you to apply for the STNI. I
wouldn't like to speculate on either really.

You've also got to ask yourself, what if you sell your house and don't
get accepted?, are you willing to lose your house. I mean you can always
buy another, but is that what you want?. Or the other alternative is
look into borrowing the money for the bond, and then paying it all back
when you sell your house, if you get accepted. If you don't get accepted
then you wouldn't need to go ahead with the loan so you've not actually
lost anything.

Woody1cruiser

> Hi everybody, after reading loads of posts on here & everybody
> seems to be friendly and helpful I'll finally take the plunge.
> I'll give you a brief insight into our situation and ask a few
> questions.
> Went to Adelaide in Feb - wife & kids loved it. On our return we
> contacted an agent(Overseas emigration) who told us our best
> option was for Toni(wife) to apply for SIR as childcare
> coordinator, but would have to apply before 22nd July when Toni
> reaches the ripe old age of 30(desparate for points). As Toni's
> qualification was not a full degree we couldn't apply for this
> occupation. The loophole is-apply as a 40 point occupation and
> use work experience to gain sponsorship off a state. SA requires
> 50 & 60 point occupations only so waste of time going to
> Adelaide. Only option is Victoria as they really need childcare
> occupations.
> Agent sent qualifications off to Vetassess on May 10th and we
> are still awaiting a result. Its getting a bit tight for time as
> when we get the result we still have to obtain sponsorship from
> Vic. After reading all the threads on here I'm not hopeful of
> having everything ready to go for July 22nd though agent still
> remains upbeat.
> My main worry though is the $100k bond. Agent tells us that when
> they request it you only have 70 days to deposit money and like
> most people my capital is all tied to the house, is this true
> and can you get an extension or should I start thinking about
> putting our home on the market. Obviously we don't want to sell
> the house unless we have a concrete chance of obtaining the
> visa. This chicken and egg scenario is our major concern.
> Does anybody know when the extra points for English come on
> line? - this could be our saving grace.
> One other announcement that has been made is that from July 1st
> childcare coordinator will be assessed by TRA(more work
> experience based as opposed to paper qualifications). This
> hopefully means that we can claim 50 points even though we'd
> have to spend more money on a new assessment. Hey we might even
> be able to apply for STNI & go to SA or WA.
> Phew that was hard work!
> Sorry it's long winded but this is our situation, sitting and
> waiting like everybody else.
> Your inputs & thoughts gratefully received - now off to watch
> the footy.
> Ian. S

Hi Ian

I am currently going down the 457 route for child care co-ordinator.
Although I had used an agent to get my qualifications assessed by
Vetassess, the employer wasn't willing to wait that long so they put me
in touch with the qualifications unit for the department of education
over there. It cost me $50 but had a result the day they received my
paperwork. The Vetassess assessment has since come through and although
it says I am OK. It only states that my qualifications are enough to
emigrate where as the QU one actually states which Australian
Qualification I can get a job for. I have just finished my degree with
the Open University and I was assessed as A* which I believe is the
highest grade and is needed for a co-ordinator.

I am going to WA but was told I couldn't get STNI as it is not a 60
pointer but would qualify for an SIR but don't know if that will be
changing on 1st July. I may be wrong but I was under the impression
that the STNI and SIR visa's weren't points tested. Could someone
please clarify this? I am creeping up to 40 and they were still willing
to give me a go but personal family reasons out in Oz meant that we had
to move quickly to help and I managed to get job straight away.

One bit of good news. If you go to WA, especially South West, you will
have no problems getting a job as a co-ordinator. I had many job offers
but without a visa, was unable to get there quick enough.

Good luck

Debs

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Breezeboylan

> Hi Ian
> I am currently going down the 457 route for child care co-ordinator.
> Although I had used an agent to get my qualifications assessed by
> Vetassess, the employer wasn't willing to wait that long so they put
> me in touch with the qualifications unit for the department of
> education over there. It cost me $50 but had a result the day they
> received my paperwork. The Vetassess assessment has since come
> through and although it says I am OK. It only states that my
> qualifications are enough to emigrate where as the QU one actually
> states which Australian Qualification I can get a job for. I have
> just finished my degree with the Open University and I was assessed as
> A* which I believe is the highest grade and is needed for a co-
> ordinator.
> I am going to WA but was told I couldn't get STNI as it is not a 60
> pointer but would qualify for an SIR but don't know if that will be
> changing on 1st July. I may be wrong but I was under the impression
> that the STNI and SIR visa's weren't points tested. Could someone
> please clarify this? I am creeping up to 40 and they were still
> willing to give me a go but personal family reasons out in Oz meant
> that we had to move quickly to help and I managed to get job
> straight away.
> One bit of good news. If you go to WA, especially South West, you
> will have no problems getting a job as a co-ordinator. I had many job
> offers but without a visa, was unable to get there quick enough.
> Good luck
> Debs

I may be wrong but I was under the impression that the STNI and SIR
visa's weren't points tested. Could someone please clarify this?
Debs

Dont know anything about child co-ordinator Debs but the STNI visa is a
70 points visa.
Tracie

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Woody1cruiser

> I may be wrong but I was under the impression that the STNI and SIR
> visa's weren't points tested. Could someone please clarify this?
> Debs
> Dont know anything about child co-ordinator Debs but the STNI visa is
> a 70 points visa.
> Tracie

Dont know anything about child co-ordinator Debs but the STNI visa is a
70 points visa.
Tracie[/quote]

Thanks for that. We (because of our age) couldn't get normal skilled
independent because of lack of points and when I spoke to Perth office
they said that didn't matter so I presumed there was no points system.
They must have meant I had enough points for this one then.

Thanks again

Debs

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Breezeboylan

> Dont know anything about child co-ordinator Debs but the STNI visa is
> a 70 points visa.
> Tracie[/quote]
> Thanks for that. We (because of our age) couldn't get normal skilled
> independent because of lack of points and when I spoke to Perth office
> they said that didn't matter so I presumed there was no points system.
> They must have meant I had enough points for this one then.
> Thanks again
> Debs

Same thing with me. lost 5 points when I turned 35 so instead of paying
the bond to gain points I just changed to a 137 (STNI) . We were going
to Perth anyway so it made no difference at all to us.
Tracie

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CathnPaul

> Hi everybody, after reading loads of posts on here & everybody
> seems to be friendly and helpful I'll finally take the plunge.
> I'll give you a brief insight into our situation and ask a few
> questions.
> Went to Adelaide in Feb - wife & kids loved it. On our return we
> contacted an agent(Overseas emigration) who told us our best
> option was for Toni(wife) to apply for SIR as childcare
> coordinator, but would have to apply before 22nd July when Toni
> reaches the ripe old age of 30(desparate for points). As Toni's
> qualification was not a full degree we couldn't apply for this
> occupation. The loophole is-apply as a 40 point occupation and
> use work experience to gain sponsorship off a state. SA requires
> 50 & 60 point occupations only so waste of time going to
> Adelaide. Only option is Victoria as they really need childcare
> occupations.
> Agent sent qualifications off to Vetassess on May 10th and we
> are still awaiting a result. Its getting a bit tight for time as
> when we get the result we still have to obtain sponsorship from
> Vic. After reading all the threads on here I'm not hopeful of
> having everything ready to go for July 22nd though agent still
> remains upbeat.
> My main worry though is the $100k bond. Agent tells us that when
> they request it you only have 70 days to deposit money and like
> most people my capital is all tied to the house, is this true
> and can you get an extension or should I start thinking about
> putting our home on the market. Obviously we don't want to sell
> the house unless we have a concrete chance of obtaining the
> visa. This chicken and egg scenario is our major concern.
> Does anybody know when the extra points for English come on
> line? - this could be our saving grace.
> One other announcement that has been made is that from July 1st
> childcare coordinator will be assessed by TRA(more work
> experience based as opposed to paper qualifications). This
> hopefully means that we can claim 50 points even though we'd
> have to spend more money on a new assessment. Hey we might even
> be able to apply for STNI & go to SA or WA.
> Phew that was hard work!
> Sorry it's long winded but this is our situation, sitting and
> waiting like everybody else.
> Your inputs & thoughts gratefully received - now off to watch
> the footy.
> Ian. S

welcome ian...so your question is does anybody know when the extra
points for english come online?? I take it you are going for a 136
visa too??

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