Immigration plans from UK to Australia

[bond0176]

Hi,

I am married and in UK with my wife on a Working Holiday Maker Visa. As settling in UK is very difficult, we are exploring the option of going to Australia. Can someone give info on how I should go about it, what are the options available to me and what are the things I should take care of?

Cheers.

[Vicki]

Hi there,

You could start by looking at the information on the Department of Immigration's website. www.immi.gov.au.

There are basically four streams of permanent migration into Australia: skilled migration, business skills migration, family migration and the refugee program.

In addition, there are numerous temporary visas.

Basic things to consider would be you and your wife's occupation, qualifications, work experience and whether you have relatives in Australia.

I would recommend that you seek professional advice from a MARA registered migration agent.

Cheers,

Vicki

[Jon_H]

What Nationality are you and your wife? From what I read Australia can be harder than the UK.

[thinker]

Before you choose a migration agent be sure to read the forum topic "DIY vs Migration Agent" post.

If your case isn't complex, you would save $1000's by doing the application yourself.

Complex cases are were a person's self assessment of points do not meet the minimum points required. Current min is 125 points.

You should also note that going through an agent will not increase your chances of getting a visa. It all depends on your skills, exp, age, health, language ability and the supporting docs that you are able to provide.

Australian Visa process is definitely much easier than the British. It does not matter which NATIONALITY you are!

[Vicki]

Hi all,

Currently the pass mark for points for independent skilled migration is 120 points.

Be aware of changes to general skilled migration coming on 1 September 07.

Advantage of using a professional registered agent is that you get the benefit of experience and thus reduce the risk of disappointment and time-wasting. What you may pay in fees you will save in time and stress! But make sure you are happy with the agent's fees and that they are registered. Every case is different; you should be careful of comparing your situation with others, although it can be very helpful and encouraging to discuss your experiences with other people on forums like this.

Cheers,

Vicki

[Administrator]

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[Dawie]

Hi all,

Currently the pass mark for points for independent skilled migration is 120 points.

Be aware of changes to general skilled migration coming on 1 September 07.

Advantage of using a professional registered agent is that you get the benefit of experience and thus reduce the risk of disappointment and time-wasting. What you may pay in fees you will save in time and stress! But make sure you are happy with the agent's fees and that they are registered. Every case is different; you should be careful of comparing your situation with others, although it can be very helpful and encouraging to discuss your experiences with other people on forums like this.

Cheers,

Vicki

What exactly are you a doctor of, Vicky?

[kal]

Hi Friends,

What is the current processing time, if we apply for Australian Immigration from UK, however I am indian citizen.

Pls advice

Thakns