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Join Date: 24 May 2010
Location:  KuwaitPosts: 120 |
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Australia - Visas, Immigration and Refugees |
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Professionals and other Skilled Migrants
OverviewVisa optionsOverview Temporary closure of certain GSM visa applications The department has temporarily suspended accepting new applications for Subclass 175, Subclass 176 and Subclass 475 visas. Subclass 475 subsequent entrant applications are still being accepted by paper application only. See: What's New? Recent Changes in General Skilled Migration This program, also known as the General Skilled Migration program, is for people who are not sponsored by an employer and who have skills in particular occupations required in Australia. Applicants must be over 18 and under 45 years of age, with good English language ability, and recent skilled work experience or a recently completed eligible Australian qualification. Applicants must also have skills and qualifications for an occupation listed on Australia's Skilled Occupation List (SOL). See: Form 1121i Skilled Occupation List (SOL) and Employer Nominated Skilled Occupation List (ENSOL) Visa Options There is a range of visa options under the General Skilled Migration program. This includes information for people who applied for a provisional skilled visa before 1 September 2007. Increase your chances of a job offer in Australia Have your qualifications and employment history listed on our Skill Matching Database. The database is accessed by employers and State and Territory governments who may then nominate you for migration. A key advantage is that you may find a job before arriving in Australia. How to have your skills recognised in Australia Find out how to get an assessment of your qualifications, skills or experience gained overseas. Also find State-specific licensing and registration requirements to practice your occupation in Australia. Topics of Interest Recent changes to General Skilled Migration, current pass marks for the points test and other important information. Includes information for applicants who applied on or before 31 August 2007. |
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