nevergiveup

Yes. I got the direct grant today. I had applied on 29th Sep 2015. Thanks and All the Best :-).

Does the "Application Status" changes from "Application Received" to something else?

Congrats Rani :-)..you will get grant soon after PCC submission.

Thg migration of refugees from Syria and Iraq may delay our visa processing ?

Thanks Ankit, I will let you know when CO will be assigned to my case. As per my understanding, the "Attach document" button can be only used when CO asks you to attach any extra documents. anyways, it is good that you have attached form 1221 proactively. Keep in touch. Thanks, nevergiveup

hi ankitatca, I have also applied on 29th Sep 2015. One question for you , how you uploaded form 1221 ? there is no section to upload form 1221 however there is a section only to upload form 80.

Thanks Ali much appreciated ...do you think it is better idea to hand out resume than to just apply online ?

Take Rest and get well soon buddy

Sorry friends, I am not angry but just wanted to highlight my point.

This thread is "Life for 475 visa holders in SA" . So this thread is only for "475 visa holders" If you are not 475 visa holder or you are applying for any of the visas please do NOT post on this thread. Note - 475 and 457 are totally different visas. Ref - http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/general-skilled-migration/475/ http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/skilled-workers/sbs/

Hi Choksy, Thanks for sharing your experience.This is what I was looking for as I have also heard similar -ve comments from my other friends. But as you can see many other who have commented on this have presented very positive picture ....so i am bit confused about reality now .. What do you think are the logical reasons for not getting job for so long ?

gormusoglu and RoyR -this thread is about 475 visa only . kindly request you to please do not hijack the thread :-)

Sure . All - please keep posting your experiences.

Very nice and useful thread for new folks :-)

Do you think this will change South Australia's economy & job market in significant way ? http://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/trillion-shale-oil-find-surrounding-coober-pedy-can-fuel-australia/story-e6frea83-1226560401043

Thanks evil_d ...Are TAFE courses helpful for getting employment ?

thanks okshelly for your reply...yes I have also heard 475 to PR transfer is smooth...i hope processes will not change drastically in next 2 years. Yes education for 475 holders is very expensive I also have a plan of doing an MBA but I will do it after getting PR / citizenship..I am also moving at the same time as yours please PM me ...See you in Adelaide

Thanks Sallyh & Lily Rainbow. I have added you as my friend.I am leaving my "comfort zone" here but worried but at the same time excited to start new life in Adelaide...

Hello, Thanks for visiting my post. I'm basically from Maharashtra state in India. I have been in Pune , India for the last 13 years. In between I was in the California , USA for a couple of years. I am currently working in one of the top IT companies in Pune. My hobbies include swimming, yoga, reading business magazines and meeting new people. Public speaking is my passion. For the last few months I have been associated with NPO called "Toastmasters". I am 475 visa holder of Australia.I recently had a short trip ( intial enty) to Perth.Post my marriage I would like to move to Adelaide,South Australia for couple of years.I would mostly move in May 2013. I find this forum very good for those who would like to move to Adelaide in near future. Please let me know if any one would like to be friends with me. Please reply this thread or PM me. Thanks. Have a nice day to you :-)

No reply (:-

This thread is for 475 visa holders in SA.Please share your experiences about settling down, job search , 475 to PR conversion process etc. So that all can benefit all. Is it easy for 475 holders to find full time work ? If you have blogs or earlier links on this please share.

Which Uni is better for MBA in Adelaide UniSA or University of Adelaide ? I can see that most of the MBA programmes are 1.5 yrs ...Are there any 1 yr programmes for experienced people ? Please help. Thanks, A

Thanks Miss placed :-) any other tips for 475 visa holders ?

can anyone send me link for sample aus resume format for IT jobs ?

yes , just want to know the monthly expense ...I am single ..I do not mind sharing room with others ...so its rent 500$ y , 200$ - food and 100$ - others ...does it make sense for 1 month ?