JaxBaker83 Posted May 18, 2017 Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 We went for our medicals today- so glad that is over. I was unnecessarily anxious about it, and it ended up being a breeze. The doctors at Hatmed were very professional and really put us at ease Our CO made contact on 15/05, and requested our PCC's (agents should have that back by now), medicals (done today) and another copy of hubby's qualification It is a very surreal feeling to be at the point now where there is absolutely nothing left to do but wait... Hopefully the wait is not too long Life in limbo (yay) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karools Posted May 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 Yeah @JaxBaker83 the medicals are super basic. My son had a slight heart murmur which we knew about and knew it was innocent, but were still requested to submit our cardiologist report on it, no probs otherwise. CO contact 7 days after submitting? Is it that quick because of the visa type do you think? (190 vs 189) Or are you just THAT good of a migrant? We submitted PCC's today, as well as two kids' birth certificates which were somehow omitted earlier, luckily CO has not been assigned yet so we haven't lost any time due to that. Holding thumbs the slow-down doesn't affect us all too badly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaxBaker83 Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 @Karools I have no idea why it happened so quickly- maybe because its a 190, or maybe because of the occupation and the relevant ceilings/quotas? Its actually inconvenient because I was hoping to have the medicals done before CO contact, but now it goes to the back of the queue for another 28 days (not sure if that's really the case, but that is how I understand it). Still waiting for our PCC's but as soon as we get that back we'll upload and resume waiting. Feel like my heart is sitting in my throat all the time. I don't know how all the people before us have handled this wait, and the uncertainty. Can't make any plans or decisions pending an outcome; and I'm still worried that something will go wrong at this late stage @JulesR: any word from Vetassess yet? Really holding thumbs for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 1 hour ago, JaxBaker83 said: @JulesR: any word from Vetassess yet? Really holding thumbs for you! Hi @JaxBaker83 Vetassess is teaching me patience in the worst possible way. I'd been logging in on a daily basis (well, erm, multiple times a day ) using my migration agents details (he had given them to me). This morning, when I tried to log in, I got a message saying the password was incorrect. I eventually managed to phone them and they told me that my assessment had been completed () but she couldn't give me any further info. She said I needed to download my report. She was able to tell me that my agent had requested a password reset earlier, though, explaining my difficulty to log in. I then phoned my agent who told me that he had been battling to log in as well, and had indeed requested a password reset. But he wasn't close to email so couldn't tell me what the password was. And that he'd only be able to log in TOMORROW MORNING to check my assessment. Aaarghhh I am beside myself with anxiety to know my results!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaxBaker83 Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 Oh no @JulesR, that must be so infuriating! Just to know that it has eventually been finalised, but being unable to check the result- you must be beside yourself!!! So close yet so far. I really hope that you get the result you are looking for 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 Maybe tomorrow I'll have good news!! Let's hope I can sleep tonight! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichKen Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 @JulesR really hope you get your good news soon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Husky Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 @JulesR Our agent received an email with my Vetassess outcome. Sure yours will be positive. Progress. @JaxBaker83 Yes, the waiting and being in limbo is incredibly difficult. Our wait was 4 months to the day of lodging our visa. I wish I could give you some practical tips on how to deal with this. I could say "focus on gratitude and be present in each moment". The thing is, even though doing this is useful and good for your general wellbeing, the wait is still hard. The logging onto your immi account every morning is still hard. The self-doubt and imagining everything that can go wrong is still hard. The not being able to make any major decisions is still hard. And yet, sometimes the anticipation is the most exciting part You will look back at this time and be amazed at your patience and resilience. You got this! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John281 Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 Just spoke to a close friend regarding the time it took him and his wife to get their 189 visas approved in 2016/2017. Lodged 10 nov 2016 case officer assigned 5 dec 2016 visa granted 13 jan 2017 So around 2 months from aplication to visa issued. Not sure if this is a good benchmark since things might have slowed down some since then. But we are keeping positive. my wifes brother also received a 189 visa in 2014. It took them about 4 months. He actually followed up with dibp since they were waiting so long and a week later the visa was granted. Not sure if that works in all cases. His agent advised against contacting the dibp directly. but it seemed to work for him. I porbbably wont do that unless its getting to 6 months. Maybe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 I am so relieved!!! My skills assessment has FINALLY come through And it's positive Now I can submit my EOI - whoop whoop!! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaxBaker83 Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 That's wonderful news @JulesR! !! So very happy for you. Now you can lodge. You must be over the moon with relief! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John281 Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 Congrats @JulesR! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FingersCrossed Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 @JaxBaker83 - Congratulations - that is excellent news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darran Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 Awesome news @JulesR!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 Just come crashing down to reality. I qualify with 65 points for 190 and 70 points for 489. Only problem is: NSW, Vic, WA - I'm not on their skills list NT and Queensland have temporarily suspended their 190 and 489 applications SA - I need 85 points for 190/489 Tas - I need a job offer for 190/489 Bleak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichKen Posted May 20, 2017 Report Share Posted May 20, 2017 (edited) On the positive skills assessment - Yay you!!!!! @JulesR that is fantastic news! Hope you have your invitation in time. oh dear just seen your latest update...! don't lose hope. Stay positive! Edited May 20, 2017 by MichKen Updated 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queque Posted May 21, 2017 Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 17 hours ago, JulesR said: Just come crashing down to reality. I qualify with 65 points for 190 and 70 points for 489. Only problem is: NSW, Vic, WA - I'm not on their skills list NT and Queensland have temporarily suspended their 190 and 489 applications SA - I need 85 points for 190/489 Tas - I need a job offer for 190/489 Bleak It's bleak yes, but the whole visa process is all about patience and perseverance. In July DIBP and states will announce their 2017/2018 requirements. Deep breathes.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karools Posted May 21, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 @JulesR is a 189 visa not an option for you? 65 with sponsorship should mean 60 without? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 21, 2017 Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 @Karools - sadly 189 is not an option. I'm not on the MLTSSL (prev SOL) list (required for 189). My occupation is on the STSOL (prev CSOL) list so I can't even apply for the 4yr 457. If I wait until Oct, my years of relevant work experience moves from the 5+ yrs category to 8+ yrs, giving me an extra 5 points, so while I would have lost all age points by then, I could still qualify for a 489 (I think!). My migration agent is going to speak to a possible employer about sponsorship on Monday. I applied for a position a few months back, and they responded with interest, but then when they realised that I didn't yet have a visa they told me that they would not pursue my application further because of the time involved. However, they have still not filled the position since it is still being advertised. It is a small glimmer of hope. I'm holding on to it for now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichKen Posted May 21, 2017 Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 @JulesR not sure when your birthday is, but if you have 70 points for 489 now, what are your points in July when they reopen in those areas? I'm sure there will still be a way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 21, 2017 Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 8 hours ago, MichKen said: @JulesR not sure when your birthday is, but if you have 70 points for 489 now, what are your points in July Hi @MichKen. Birthday is 30 May so all age points are down the tube after that! So in July I'll be on 55 points for 489, but then in Oct I should move from 10 points for work experience (5yr+ category) to 15 points (8yr+ category), so that will take me up to 60. Eish... too much of stress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 21, 2017 Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 (edited) 11 minutes ago, JulesR said: Hi @MichKen. Birthday is 30 May so all age points are down the tube after that! So in July I'll be on 55 points for 489, but then in Oct I should move from 10 points for work experience (5yr+ category) to 15 points (8yr+ category), so that will take me up to 60. Eish... too much of stress. Oops - don't know how I managed to duplicate this post. Edited May 21, 2017 by JulesR duplicate post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TakeItOnTheChin Posted May 21, 2017 Report Share Posted May 21, 2017 4 hours ago, JulesR said: Hi @MichKen. Birthday is 30 May so all age points are down the tube after that! So in July I'll be on 55 points for 489, but then in Oct I should move from 10 points for work experience (5yr+ category) to 15 points (8yr+ category), so that will take me up to 60. Eish... too much of stress. In my opinion it would be better to pursue the 489 visa if the 190 is not an option. I am not an agent so can only share my experience. The 489 seems to have a more clear path to PR, the 457 visas just seem so risky with all that has been happening lately. I lost all age points so the 489 was the only option when I applied at the age of 46, but it meant I needed to get max points for qualifications, experience and English. I remember all the stress back then but it was so worth it and we are happy here, so good luck to you and I am sure you will find a way. It generally gets very slow at this time of year and then visas get granted early July as ours did. Hopefully the options will also open up with regard to skills lists and quotas 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesR Posted May 22, 2017 Report Share Posted May 22, 2017 Thanks for the advice, @TakeItOnTheChin. I am tending to agree with you - I'd like to stay away from 457, especially since my occupation won't qualify me for the 4 year option. Unless I can secure a job offer, 489 is definitely my next option. It's unreal the stress this process causes - am trying to stay positive and hopeful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TakeItOnTheChin Posted May 22, 2017 Report Share Posted May 22, 2017 2 minutes ago, JulesR said: Thanks for the advice, @TakeItOnTheChin. I am tending to agree with you - I'd like to stay away from 457, especially since my occupation won't qualify me for the 4 year option. Unless I can secure a job offer, 489 is definitely my next option. It's unreal the stress this process causes - am trying to stay positive and hopeful It is stressful because it becomes a part of your everyday thinking. Everyday you are either planning, thinking about or waiting for something with regard anything to do with the visa, your life revolves around it. Reason being is that the visa is important to you and your family. The day it gets granted is like a massive weight off you shoulders......................but then you need to go on holiday and switch off the brain. It feels like I am recovering from a brain injury almost a year after the grant haha! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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