Skilled Independent Migration PR Visa - Subclass 175 (One Stop Guide/Experiences)

[mimran]

Originally Posted by Artemisa

mimran,

1) I know almost NOTHING about sponsorship, but for those states which do not require IELTS you can start and finish the sponsorship process without it. But before applying in DIAC you *must* have the IELTS done.

2) As far as I know, they ask it during the sponsorship process. After the sponsorship is provided, your case is closed and that's it.

3) 176 is quicker, and requires less points (you gain sponsorship points).
But remember that sponsorship must be finalised BEFORE applying in DIAC, and the rules will change july/2012 again.

Artemisa, thanks for your guidance. Yes in case of SA I think DIAC would require atleast 6 in each band. Currently 2 things seems attractive to me for SA. First they have Software Engineer in high demand and 2nd they require minimum IELTS pasmark. Do you have other idea about which other states could be good for Sponsorship for Software Engineers

[varunsal]

Hi Guys,

Hope all's well at your end.

I have an important query -

- I have worked with two group companies of same company, and then I changed to my current company last year (though I have basically worked for two companies till now). But I am still planning on getting one reference letter (statutory declaration) for each company. Means in total 3 reference letters (stat decl on stamp paers from supervisors)

Now, I read somewhere that you need to get multiple reference letters. Is it true in case of each employer. It means i need to get say 3 reference letter from each employee (each with same job responsibilities, and on stamp paper). This means 9 letters in all.

Is this true, or 1 statutory decl letter from each along with all proofs will suffice.

Share your views, guys.

Thanks in advance.

[anj1976]

no you can get one ref letter from the company as a stat dec, others can be references from colleagues, they can be on plain paper with respective id cards and business cards attached, you should ideally mention their email ids and contact details if they have to be contacted

[varunsal]

To be clear, one statutory declaration from each company's supervisor (or colleague), means 3 for all three companies.

Along with that as a reference contacts of other employees who can be contacted to confirm my employment. Only their contact details required, no declaration from them.

Hope this is what you wanted to convey. Thanks.

Originally Posted by anj1976

no you can get one ref letter from the company as a stat dec, others can be references from colleagues, they can be on plain paper with respective id cards and business cards attached, you should ideally mention their email ids and contact details if they have to be contacted

[varunsal]

Another thing,

- If I give self statutory declaration, and not a statutory declaration by a colleague/supervisor will it be disadvantageous.

- Do they prefer one given by supervisor (I am talking about stamp paper only, company letter head is difficult in both cases)

Do they treat one over other. I can get both.

But just that self-one will be more easier for me, and I can give reference/contact details along with it (if not business card).

Thanks in advance.

[anj1976]

varun i told you what we gave, we did not give reference letter from seniors in the current company, instead gave a stat dec along with references from colleagues and we managed well, we gave lot of supporting documents. as long as you can prove you are in the said company they dont care what all you give. if you can manage the same on letterhead, wonderful, if it is difficult it means it is possible and not impossible, try and get as much as you can, it will be good for you.

[happ]

Hi Anj..

I have read numerous posts you have written and they truly are helpful in all ways.. I am almost ready with all the papers required to be sent... here is where am kind of stuck!

I am also at the same stage as varunsal..

I have worked for 2 companies only..

For my current company, I have prepared a notarized self declaration, but got it witnessed (signed) by my manager and would also provide a notarize copy of his ID card and his business card along with this declaration.

I got an experience letter from my previous company, that states my date of joining and leaving also my roles and responsibilities.

Now at this stage, I am facing a couple of questions:

1) Do i need to get reference letters from my current and previous company colleagues?
2) If yes, do I need to get them on a stamp Paper? (I know Anj said that plain paper would do.. still just confirming)
3) Most important question::::Would I again need to get my roles and responsibilities mentioned in these reference letters? or these letters would just state that I worked with them in this company?

If there is a format i can be provided with for reference letters from colleagues.. that would be awesum!

Thanks a lot!

[anj1976]

hi happ

plain paper is fine but do provide the person's business card and id card else they dont make sense, will you believe a piece of paper with with names and no proof attached?

as many references as you can, currrent, previous, it only makes your case stronger and supports your cv

[happ]

Originally Posted by anj1976

hi happ

plain paper is fine but do provide the person's business card and id card else they dont make sense, will you believe a piece of paper with with names and no proof attached?

as many references as you can, currrent, previous, it only makes your case stronger and supports your cv

Wow, thanks for a quick response..

Would you also have idea about the content that I should get in the references from colleagues??

I was able to search for the format of stat declaration in forums, but not for reference letters.

Thanks Again!

[rdongre]

HI
I am applying for Skills Assessment to ACS (Online) . Below is the list of documents I will be sending to ACS:
1. Personal Documents:
a. Scanned Passport

2. Education and Qualifications:
a. Scanned Degree Certificate
b. Scanned Mark Sheets (All 8 Semesters)
c. Letter from the University to certify that the language of instruction was 'ENGLISH'

3. Work Experiences:
a. Experience certificate from the previous employers
b. Offer letters from the current and previous employers
c. PDF version of my CV

Could anyone please confirm, if I have missed anything.

Cheers!!!