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Change to the Australian Skilled Visa Points Threshold
Posted by admin in 1 July 2012, Australian Skilled Visas, australian points test on June 18th, 2012
The Australian Department of Immigration has announced a change to the points test threshold as it will apply from 1 July 2012.
Currently the points threshold for skilled visa applicants is set at 65 points.
From 1 July 2012, and until further notice, the threshold for new applicants will be
lowered to 60 points.
Although this is fantastic news, it is worth bearing in mind that meeting the 60 points threshold is not automatically a guarantee that an applicant will receive an invitation to apply for a visa; the new system will operate in a way where the selection of applicants will depend on their overall score as well as the quality of their qualifications and work experience.
This means that the higher the score, and general quality of an application (taking into account qualifications and work experience), the greater the likelihood that an application will be selected from the pool of eligible applicants and will be invited to apply for a visa.
For more information about the new points threshold please click here.
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Australian State Sponsored Visas – Links to State Sponsorship Lists
Posted by admin in 176, Australia - News, Australian Skilled Visas, SMP, SMPs, South Australia State Sponsorship List, State and Territory Nominations, australian points test on September 21st, 2011
Victoria has overnight updated its list of occupations for the purposes of state sponsorship nominations.
Below is a link to the Victorian list of currently sponsored occupations, as well as the links to the occupations being sponsored by the remaining Australian States and Territories:
the list:
regional:
http://www.business.nsw.gov.au/live-and-work-in-nsw/visa-and-migration/skilled-regional-migration
List
http://203.210.126.185/dsdweb/v4/apps/web/secure/docs/4498.pdf
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Australian Skilled Occupation Lists to Change on 1 July
Posted by admin in 176, Australia, Australia - News, Australian Migration Legislation, Department of Immigration, SOL, Skilled Occupations List, australian points test on June 6th, 2011
The Australian Department of Immigration has announced that the following changes will be made to the skilled occupations list (SOL) on 1 July:
These occupations will be removed from the SOL schedule 3 as of July 1st 2011:
251411 Optometrist
251412 Orthoptist
324111 Panel Beater
324311 Vehicle Painter
These occupations will be added to the list on 1 July:
234914 Medical Physicist
251311 Environmental Health Officer
251312 Occupational Health and Safety Adviser
251511 Hospital Pharmacists
251513 Retail Pharmacists
271111 Barrister
271311 Solicitor
323211 Fitter (General)
323212 Fitter and Turner
323213 Fitter-Welder
323214 Metal Machinist (First Class)
399111 Boat Builder and Repairer
399112 Shipwright
So what does this mean?
If you were planning to apply for a skilled visa on the basis of the SOL Schedule 3 list only, and not on the basis of state or employer sponsorship, and your occupation will be removed off the list on 1 July, you may no longer be eligible to apply for a Skilled Independent visa and may have to rely on either a state sponsorship or sponsorship from an employer.
You must therefore apply for your skilled visa prior to 1 July (Australian time) to avoid being caught out by these changes.
If, on the other hand, your occupation will now be added to the SOL, then you may be eligible for a skilled independent visa rather than having to rely on state or employer sponsorship. We would therefore advise that you re-assess your options accordingly.
For further information about this legislative change please click here.
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New Australian Skilled Visa Points Test – coming on 1 July 2011
Posted by admin in Australia, Australian Skilled Visas, australian points test on November 11th, 2010
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WILL BE UPDATED REGULARLY AS FURTHER INFORMATION COMES TO HAND.
PLEASE RE-LOAD YOUR PAGE TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE ACCESSING THE MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION:
The Australian Government has announced a significant overhaul of its skilled visa points system which will apply to all skilled visa applicants from 1 July 2011. From 1 July 2011 all skilled visa applications will be awarded points as follows:
Points for Age
25 points = applicants aged 18 to 24
30 points = applicants aged 25 to 32
25 points = applicants aged 33 to 39
15 points = applicants aged 40 to 44
0 points = applicants aged 45 to 49
Points for English Language Ability
10 points = applicants with Proficient English (7 in each of the 4 bands of the IELTS)
20 points = applicants with Superior English (8 in each of the 4 bands of IELTS).
Points for Overseas Work Experience
Points are available for overseas work experience, so long as the work experience is in the applicant’s nominated occupation, or closely related occupation.
5 points = 3 of the last 5 years
10 points = 5 of the last 7 years
15 points = 8 of the last 10 years
Points Recognised Qualifications (Australian or Overseas)
5 points = for applicants who complete a qualification taking 2 years of study in Australia
5 points = for 2 years of study in a regional or low population growth area
10 points = for applicants with an Australian AQF III or higher, completed in Australia OR for applicants who have completed a recognised apprenticeship overseas.
15 points = for applicants with a recognised Bachelor degree in Australia or overseas.
20 points = for applicants with a PhD.
Points for Australian Work Experience
Points will be available for work experience in Australia, so long as the work experience is in the applicants’ nominated occupation, or closely related occupation.
5 points = 1 of the last 2 years
10 points = 3 of the last 5 years
15 points = 5 of the last 7 years
Points for Sponsorship by State/Territory Government
5 points = for sponsorship to live in a metropolitan area
10 points = for sponsorship to live in a regional area
Points for Sponsorship by Family
5 points = for sponsorship to live in a regional area
Points for Partner Skills
5 points = for partner skills
Points for Designated Language (Second Language)
5 points = for applicants who have completed a degree level qualification taught in a designated language; or who are NAATI-accredited translators or interpreters in a designated language
Points for Completing a Professional Year in Australia
5 points = for applicants who have completed a professional year in Australia. This is typically undertaken by international students after completion of their studies in Australia. Current occupations where this is possible include Information Technology, Accounting and Engineering.
The new POINTS THRESHOLD WILL BE SET AT 65 POINTS for all visa applicants.
For detailed information about the changes please visit the Department’s Website and read the Department’s fact sheet.
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Sort Out My Visa is a registered and licensed Australian and NZ visa specialist, providing visa and migration services to individuals and families wanting to travel to, conduct business, work or live in Australia or New Zealand. Visit Sort Out My Visa for more information.
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