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Hi all,

Just having read the 2019-20 migration program report. I am not sure I understand it fully even after reading definitions, please correct me if I am wrong.
1. Program outcome 4,109. This is clear for me, they got visa granted
2. Lodged application (lodgements) 6,417 means they already got UID and submitted visa application? right? so will subtract the outcome to get the number of people are waiting visa accepted. So, it is (6,417-4,109) = 2,308. But now
3. Onhand (visa application has been lodged but has not been finalised) at 30 June 2,448. I dont understand now. what is different between the two numbers 2,308 and 2,448. I think the onhand at 30 June should be 2,308.

I am still looking for the number of expression of interest and percentage got UID.

Cheers,
 
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make 1-2 more posts and then send me a PM then. I am not comfortable sharing email addresses in a public forum like this.
 
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I believe you apply through their online system as well. I did the same and sent an email and they mentioned it will take 1-2 months to get CGC. I have all the other documents completed. Just waiting for CGC from the last 2 weeks.
 
I applied on 3 Sept and still the status is "In Process" and they told me through email that it may take 1-2 months. May I have your email or personal means of communication?
Hi, can you share your timeline, especially from the time you submitted the visa application to the time you got a case officer assigned?
 
Sorry, I meant from July not August. In the report of Migration Progmam 30/6/2020, they got 4.109/5000 places accepted. I wonder how about the quanlity in the next year (from July 2020 to 30/6/2021?)
I think there will be much more information available after budget announcement early next month but the GTI program is likely to be extended. ATM the program is definitely prioritizing applicants with good profile and $$$$ and does not care how many publications (or how good academic profile) you have unless you salary is around $150k/year. As we are not seeing gross rejection, my feeling is that the recent graduate pathway will still be in the next year but the criteria could be much more stringent. :violin:
 
It took 3 days to show the status "ready for collection" in the portal and another 3 days of sending the required documents and receiving back via express post from the Canberra high commission office.
Hi mate, did they GT officer mention before how long you need to have those PCC return to him? Also, if IELTS taken more than 2 years ago, do we need to retake the IELTS? If you receive UID, did they mention you need submit your application within a certain time period before UID lapse or expire? Thanks so much!
 
Hi all,

Just having read the 2019-20 migration program report. I am not sure I understand it fully even after reading definitions, please correct me if I am wrong.
1. Program outcome 4,109. This is clear for me, they got visa granted
2. Lodged application (lodgements) 6,417 means they already got UID and submitted visa application? right? so will subtract the outcome to get the number of people are waiting visa accepted. So, it is (6,417-4,109) = 2,308. But now
3. Onhand (visa application has been lodged but has not been finalised) at 30 June 2,448. I dont understand now. what is different between the two numbers 2,308 and 2,448. I think the onhand at 30 June should be 2,308.

I am still looking for the number of expression of interest and percentage got UID.

Cheers,
I also wondering. Besides, I read some news from Migration Agent, mentioned that allocation of 858 and 124 visas are in the proportion of 4:1, does that indicate anything? Hmm...
 
Hi Guys,

Got the 124 visa grant today. Grateful to this forum – lots of all the insightful discussions - this really helped.

Location - Offshore.

Profile - Salary well above threshold, 16 years exp., ICT field, Multiple international awards and speeches (referenceable), Deep digital expertise (AI/ML, Data platforms, Modern apps) & proven leadership within several industry verticals, vouched by customer's C Suite, Australian highly reputed Nominator (Direct working experience with him).

EOI - May 2020

UID - Aug 2020

Visa Lodge - 124, End Aug 2020

s56 - Early Sep 2020 (Form 80, Health, PCC)

Provided all details - 17 Sep 2020

Grant - 18 Sep 2020

Wish all of you the best.

Life happens at its own pace, take care and take it easy!

Cheers
 
Hi mate, did they GT officer mention before how long you need to have those PCC return to him? Also, if IELTS taken more than 2 years ago, do we need to retake the IELTS? If you receive UID, did they mention you need submit your application within a certain time period before UID lapse or expire? Thanks so much!
I think the usual period is 28 days, but I heard they allow extensions due to Covid-19 circumstances. UID did not mention any particular time period for expiry.

I gave my IELTS almost close to 3 years ago, but they accepted it.
 
I think there will be much more information available after budget announcement early next month but the GTI program is likely to be extended. ATM the program is definitely prioritizing applicants with good profile and $$$$ and does not care how many publications (or how good academic profile) you have unless you salary is around $150k/year. As we are not seeing gross rejection, my feeling is that the recent graduate pathway will still be in the next year but the criteria could be much more stringent. :violin:
Tottaly agreed....
 
Hi Guys,

Got the 124 visa grant today. Grateful to this forum – lots of all the insightful discussions - this really helped.

Location - Offshore.

Profile - Salary well above threshold, 16 years exp., ICT field, Multiple international awards and speeches (referenceable), Deep digital expertise (AI/ML, Data platforms, Modern apps) & proven leadership within several industry verticals, vouched by customer's C Suite, Australian highly reputed Nominator (Direct working experience with him).

EOI - May 2020

UID - Aug 2020
Congrats, how much time it took for you to receive UID?
 
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