Visa COSTS are fixed. Migration Agent fees vary, but I have one in my network who is extremely reasonable. The major advantage of using a MARA Agent is that you are covered legally by the Australian government as Agents are subject to legislation. They manage your application and deal directly on your behalf with Immigration department.
It's worth the money, after all, making a new life at the other side of the world is a massive step.
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Australian Nursing - Sponsorship or PR
Discussion started on 17 Apr 2014
ID: #86
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genorm
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genorm
Posted on 07 Apr 2014, 01:37
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oldsparkle
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oldsparkle
Posted on 07 Apr 2014, 01:37
Just to clarify from the opening post, Working Holiday Visa's (WHV) are open to anyone who has turned 18 and not yet turned 31 
To use this visa, you cannot have a dependant child accompanying you in Australia.
To use this visa, you cannot have a dependant child accompanying you in Australia.
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aja424
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aja424
Posted on 07 Apr 2014, 01:38
Hi there.
I started my MH nursing diploma with a view to moving to Aus. I now have 6 months left until i hopefully qualify and am very confused as to the process.
Initially I was looking at a RSMS visa, seemed to fit perfect as not only do you not need experience, but you have the security of being in full time employment for 2 years.
Originally looking at Adelaide but have seen that recently Perth is now a 'regional' area, broadening my options.
Just been on the SA immigration website and it now looks like I will need 3 years experience post qualification to get a Regional Sponsored visa, am I interpreting this correctly?
I started my MH nursing diploma with a view to moving to Aus. I now have 6 months left until i hopefully qualify and am very confused as to the process.
Initially I was looking at a RSMS visa, seemed to fit perfect as not only do you not need experience, but you have the security of being in full time employment for 2 years.
Originally looking at Adelaide but have seen that recently Perth is now a 'regional' area, broadening my options.
Just been on the SA immigration website and it now looks like I will need 3 years experience post qualification to get a Regional Sponsored visa, am I interpreting this correctly?
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oldsparkle
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oldsparkle
Posted on 07 Apr 2014, 01:38
It does look that way. You should be aware though that regional sponsorship does not guarantee employment - you need to live for 2 years, and work for at least 1 year in a regional area to be eligible for PR - there is no guarantee of employment.
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genorm
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genorm
Posted on 07 Apr 2014, 01:38
It's no good giving advice about what might be relevant 6-12-18 months down the track as things are never constant in the profession and in the requirements of employers, due to changing budgets and visa legislation.
At the moment, South Australia is not a very good example as their health Service does not advertise many sponsored roles, indeed, a lot of their jobs are zero hours contract/casual positions.
You will be much better applying when you have qualified, have 6 months post graduate experience, have submitted your AHPRA registration and are in a position to move once that is granted.
Currently, we are seeing a peak in the number of positions on offer, but a gradual fall in the number of employer sponsored positions. State sponsorship does not guarantee a job, neither does PR, but the latter is expected to become more popular for employers over the term of this present government. There could even be a move for employers to sponsore PR candidates directly, but this will depend on supply and demand.
The only thing that is certain is that it keeps everybody involved on our toes, as we attempt to keep abreast of the daily situation.
At the moment, South Australia is not a very good example as their health Service does not advertise many sponsored roles, indeed, a lot of their jobs are zero hours contract/casual positions.
You will be much better applying when you have qualified, have 6 months post graduate experience, have submitted your AHPRA registration and are in a position to move once that is granted.
Currently, we are seeing a peak in the number of positions on offer, but a gradual fall in the number of employer sponsored positions. State sponsorship does not guarantee a job, neither does PR, but the latter is expected to become more popular for employers over the term of this present government. There could even be a move for employers to sponsore PR candidates directly, but this will depend on supply and demand.
The only thing that is certain is that it keeps everybody involved on our toes, as we attempt to keep abreast of the daily situation.