Hi Miss Swan,
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Originally Posted by Miss Swan
So that's great, if 120 points does get me in, then can any of the forum members share with me how long is the waiting process for visa approval?
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It depends on the type of visa. There is a thread on here (started by Dolly I think) that has some times scales otherwise check out
timeline with your visa type.
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Originally Posted by Miss Swan
And I'm very keen to know how most of you get into OZ and then get a job there? If I enter OZ, it'll be on a holiday visa and employers won't be keen as they have to wait for me to go back to my home country to apply for a work visa.
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Ah I thought you were coming in on a permanent visa. For the permanent skilled independent visa you need 120 points. The points aren't required for a working holiday visa (18 - 30 years) or a holiday visa. You can check out the requirements in the "PLEASE READ..." post since there are links to the Oz immigration site.
We came in on a skilled independent visa and my husband got a job when he got here. It took us two in all with the skills assessment process as well. Most people seem to come in as skilled independents or sponsored visas.
Agents should be able to advise you on the most suitable route for your circumstances. Employers will want you to have a visa to work here unless they are willing to sponsor you.
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Originally Posted by Miss Swan
De-facto will be Plan B if the work visa / skilled migration visa doesn't get through. Was pondering through my relationship situation and realise it's a toughie as we're doing long-distance pretty much of the way.
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As you say I would leave that as plan B for now, but an agent will be able to give you more info about de-facto relationships. I know someone has placed the criteria on a recent thread in this forum.
Regards,
Karen