New Skilled Occupation List (SOL) – MODL and CSL out…
A streamlined Skilled Occupation List (SOL) will be part of the changes to the Australian skilled migration program. The Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL) is to be scrapped immediately and the Critical Skills List (CSL) phased out…
Here is the statement for the Australian Minister of Immigration Chris Evans.
Migration reforms to deliver Australia’s skills needs
Monday, 8 February 2010
The Rudd Government is reforming the permanent skilled migration program to ensure it is more responsive to the needs of industry and employers and better addresses the nation’s future skill needs.
The reforms will deliver a demand rather than a supply driven skilled migration program that meets the needs of the economy in sectors and regions where there are shortages of highly skilled workers, such as healthcare, engineering and mining. The major reforms to the skilled migration program are:
20 000 would-be migrants will have their applications cancelled and receive a refund.
All offshore General Skilled Migration applications lodged before 1 September 2007 will have their applications withdrawn. These are people who applied overseas under easier standards, including lower English language skills and a less rigorous work experience requirement. It is expected about 20 000 people fall into this category. The department will refund their visa application charge at an estimated cost of $14 million. Average applications cost between $1500 and $2000 and most contain more than one person.
The list of occupations in demand will be tightened so only highly skilled migrants will be eligible to apply for independent skilled migration visas.
The wide-ranging Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL) will be revoked immediately. The list is outdated and contains 106 occupations, many of which are less-skilled and no longer in demand. A new and more targeted Skilled Occupations List (SOL) will be developed by the independent body, Skills Australia, and reviewed annually. It will be introduced mid-year and focus on high value professions and trades. The Critical Skills List introduced at the beginning of 2009 which identified occupations in critical demand at the height of the global financial crisis will also be phased out.
The points test used to assess migrants will be reviewed to ensure it selects the best and brightest.
Potential migrants gain points based on their qualifications, skills and experience, and proficiency in English. The current points test puts an overseas student with a short-term vocational qualification gained in Australia ahead of a Harvard-educated environmental scientist. A review of the points test used to assess General Skilled Migration applicants will consider issues including whether some occupations should warrant more points than others, whether sufficient points are awarded for work experience and excellence in English, and whether there should be points for qualifications obtained from overseas universities. The review will report to Government later this year.
Certain occupations may be capped to ensure skill needs are met across the board.
Amendments to the Migration Act will be introduced this year to give the Minister the power to set the maximum number of visas that may be granted to applicants in any one occupation if need be. This will ensure that the Skilled Migration Program is not dominated by a handful of occupations.
Development of state and territory-specific migration plans.
Individual state and territory migration plans will be developed so they can prioritise skilled migrants of their own choosing. This recognises that each state and territory has different skills requirements. For example, Western Australia may have a shortage of mining engineers while Victoria may have a requirement for more architects. Under the new priority processing arrangements, migrants nominated by a state and territory government under their State Migration Plan will be processed ahead of applications for independent skilled migration.
The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans, said the new arrangements will give first priority to skilled migrants who have a job to go to with an Australian employer. For those who don’t have an Australian employer willing to sponsor them, the bar is being raised.
‘There are plenty of occupations where there is an adequate supply of young Australians coming through our schools, TAFE colleges and universities to take up new job opportunities. They must be given the opportunity to fill these vacancies first,’ Senator Evans said.
‘But there are some occupations where there will be high demand for skills. Hospitals can’t go without nurses, country towns can’t do without a local GP and the resources sector increasingly needs skills.
‘These latest changes will continue reforms already implemented by the government and result in a more demand-driven skilled migration program that attracts highly skilled migrants to Australia to work in areas of critical need.’
The government recognises that the changes will affect some overseas students currently in Australia intending to apply for permanent residence.
Those international students who hold a vocational, higher education or postgraduate student visa will still be able to apply for a permanent visa if their occupation is on the new Skilled Occupations List. If their occupation is not on the new SOL, they will have until 31 December 2012 to apply for a temporary skilled graduate visa on completion of their studies which will enable them to spend up to 18 months in Australia to acquire work experience and seek sponsorship from an employer.
The changes will in no way impact on international students coming to Australia to gain a legitimate qualification and then return home.
What about those who have already applied for skilled visa on the basis of (CSL) ?
Eeman – Wait for an announcement from the Government, which will be sometime in the next four months – and keep your fingers crossed (for good luck). You will still be in the queue behind sponsored applicants.
Ian, does this imply that, all applications submitted for processing under the scope of Visa -175 are stopped till further notice (expected in next four months) ?
Eeman – You need to talk with a registered migration agent about this. I think it just means your application slows down due to priority being given to others.
Dear Ian,
I have just gone through the point test section in Immigration website and have found a question and hoped that you will guide me in this regard. In the Australian qualification section it is mentioned lastly “You have met the Australian study requirement.” Sir i have 4 yr Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, does it means the Engineers Australia assessment in this regard?
Sir, I need your valuable suggestion.
Best wishes.
Usman – You must have Engineers Australia accreditation to answer yes to this question.
I want to apply for GSM. My occupation was on CSL but now after changes on 8 Feb 2010 can I still use basis of CSL to apply? If not then what is the new basis now if I want to apply in March 2010? Thanks!
Suhas – No one knows what the new basis wil be. All you can do is continue on your present path. Australia is still short of experienced engineers, so it is unlikely that engineers will be excluded from any new priority list. One trend that occurring is priority is being given to people who have job offers. So look for sponsorship options.
Dear Ian,
Thanks for your reply. Yes I have Engineers Australia accreditation as Professional Electronics Engineer.
Sir one more thing, i have done Bsc Electrical Engineering from Pakistan. so does this comes in according to Australian study as mentioned in points table.
Usman – The Engineers Australi8 accreditation means you qualification is equivalent to an Australian engineering couse of study. Tick the box -yes.
thanks and best wishes
sir
i am a skilled fitter from india. i have applied 175 last year( 2009). i got state sponsership for western australia in dec2009. but still i am waiting for visa and no news from my case officer. due to new announcement (08th feb 2010) can anyone teell me when my visa will be finelised.
Rahul – No one knows as things are changing. It could take till the end of next year.
Sir,
I have got my MODL ACS prior to 8feb 2010, can I still claim for my MODL points?
Thanks
Hassan – Your visa priority status will not have changed as the new critical skills list of March 2010 includes the same specialisations as were included before. The only difference is that the CSL referred to the MODL before, but now the occupations are listed in the CSL.
sir, i am studying bachelor of business ( hospitality management)
can i get pr in this study ??? plz reply be back
Ravi – Unlikely
Hi,
I am Sam. I am studuying in Certificate III printing and Graphic arts, I will finish in March 28 2010. The new SOL list will release in April or something, if they remove this course from SOL then Can I apply for TRA,TR,PR ?
I joined this course in April 1 2009.
Sam.
Sam – If your occupation is not on the current list, whatever list, it does not matter who the assessing authority is. Qualifications assessement is only a step in the migration process. You can be qualified in your occupation, but if Australia is not accepting people you will not ne considered for a skilled migrant visa. You will need to look at other visa types.
How about accountancy? I’m currently studying accounting. I hope accounting will still be kept on the new Skilled Occupations List.
Crystal – Accounting remained on the Critical Skills List updated in March 6 2010.
Anyone help clear up my confusion please? I was granted a 485 Graduate visa in July 2009 with a nominated occupation in the SOL. I will complete my Master’s degree this July which gains me the crucial extra 10 points for applying PR. I always thought the 485 visa was to buy me time, during which I obtain skills and experience necessary to qualify for immigration. However the new SOL won’t include my occupation, Will changes to the List affect a holder of 485 visa at all? Thanks.
Chun – You need to talk to a registered migration agent. The changes in the skilled occupation list will mean that some people like yourself could be disadvantaged.
Dear Sir
hi
I’ll finish my Master in Professional Accounting on July 2, 2010 having 7 each in IELTS, but I’m crossing 34th year of my age. Is there any relaxation for age or I have to undertake Professional Year for obtaining 10 points those I lost in age under new SOL list for getting PR?or new SOL has decreased points for my degree from 60 to 50?
Thanks a lot.
Hope for favourable reply
Thanks
Manik – Not likely
i will finish my cookery diploma in july 2010. i have already assessed my tra. whether i can apply tr or pr after finishing my course. if cookery is not in the sol list. how much points will it have after that. Thanks.
Ashok – Talk to a registered migration agent. You will need to look at alternative migration paths.
sir
I’ll finish my master of professional accounting on 2nd july 2010.will accounting be in new sol list? if it will be there ,it will be with same 60 points or less?
I’m having 7 each already in IELTS but crossed my 34th year Am I eligible for PR or TR?
Manik – Acountancy has remained on the new CSL issued two weeks ago.
hi sir,, i m studying accounting. is accountig in new skill list? thanx sir
sir,i was applied for gsm 175 under 136 as general electrician (4311-11).all formality was cleared in feb 2k9 but at final step my visa was pending due to change in priority order.but now i have got Victorian state sponsorship and i want to know about how much time my case has gained priority and is this hold state migration plan agreed by minister.how i know about my application status.
Garry – yes
Hello Ian,
I got the Graduate Skilled Subclass 476 Visa granted early this month.
I intend on doing Masters Postgraduate in Electronics and Computing .
I wanted to ask what are my options now once I land in Australia?
I intend on applying for a PR later on so in order to obtain it what needs to be done?
Fatima – Get a job. To do this you need to get some engineering work experience. Doing a professional year would be better than a Masters as this helps dxevelop work skills and could directly lead to work experience. Go to Engineerin Education Australia website for details of the PYear.
I AM THE FITTER FROM INDIA AND I HAVE GOT THE STATE SPONSERSHIP OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA IN DEC.2009. BUT AFTER 8TH FEB 2010 MY VISA 176 HAS GOT THE 2ND POSITION AFTER EMPLOYER SPONSERSHIP. COULD YOU TELL ME WHEN MY VISA WILL BE FINIALISED.(I APPLIED 175 ON 17TH JUNE 2009) I THINK MY VISA WILL BE FINILISED THIS YEAR. WHAT WOULD YOU SA???????
Rahul – No idea. Talk to a registered migration agent.
hi sir,
I am studying Diploma of Building construction at TAFE, I want to know what are the chances for me towards migration?
thanx
Mayur – Talk to a registered migration agent
Hey Ian…truly appreciating your efforts for making people/students to understand the new immigration rules / queries…
My question is I will be graduated in January 2011 in Masters in Accounting.
I’m an Engineer in electronics but worked as a recruitment consultant for 5.5 years. I would like to start Business (planned my future well) n this made me to get into Accounting. Now that I have good understanding of Technology and Business (with accounting knowledge). Just wanted to check with you whether Accounting will be there in demand list or SOL atleast… I’m scared that my efforts is going to be wasted in studying Masters. The problem is time (spent 2 yrs priceless time).
Based on the new rules again I have change my plan and future career path…
Thanks heaps…
Regards,
Shashi
Shashi – I notice that accounting is on the updated critical skills list so it is likely to be in the new SOL when it is released mid-year. If you have the money you could consider a business visa. Stop trying to learn how to run a business by going to school. Get a job.
Guy – No idea. I would be surprised if it was an occupation in demand.
Hi sir,I am mechanical engineer and applied for assessment .Is mechanical engineering is in new sol
Ian
I am looking for new CSL, as you have mentioned it is out around 2-3 weeks ago, can u post some link to new csl, as i cant find on immigration website.
If it is not possible to give me the link can you post it here.
Thanks
Ali – It is on the latest critical skills list, so is likely to remain on the new SOL.
Gaurav – Type immi csl into your browser
hi ian
i am doing diploma in community welfare and going to finish in the first week of july 2010 by the time when i will finish and new sol list is going to be implemented? i am just confused that if my this course revoked from sol list then would i still be able to apply for tr or pr?
Harsh- Of course not.
Hi Ian,
I doing Professional Year at the moment and will be compeleted by the end of Aug. As my understanding, I should be stil eligilble to appy for GSM 885, right? but what about the priority of processing, I am an accounting graduate, on the CSL. Many PY graduates granted PR v soon after they finished PY. By the time i finish PY, CSL will be replaced by SOL. does that mean I will have not priority at all and have to wait for years?
Mike – Get a job so yopu are the top of the priority list. that is what the PYear is all about. make the most of the opportunity you have been given. If you read the Minister’s statement he mentions transition arrangements for people like yourself . stay cool and take advice from a registered migration agent.
Hi Ian,
Your effort is really appreciated! I wanted to ask you and my case is that I recently graduated from Monash University (Malaysia campus) with a bachelors of Arts in Communications (media studies). I am now employed as an English copywriter with a well known ad-agency. Is copy writing still valid as an occupation under the new SOL? If yes,
Would gaining 3-4 years of experience (instead of 2 years) in the field be easier for me to migrate to Australia and get a PR?
I also have my first cousin and sister as sponsors in Sydney. Would that give me extra points?
Thanking you again and I hope to hear from you soon.
Sarah – Certainly a higher skill level will increase your chances if your occupation remains on the SOL. I doubt if it is an occupation in demand. Go to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) web site and get the booklets on general skilled migration and family reunion from the Publications page. These will give you more detailed information than I can provide here. family ties do not help for a skilled visa application. They are a separate category.
sir i mb.pharma from india having 1yr exp.in retail pharmacy(full time),3yrpart time .can i m eligible for applying tr,pr on point basis system.wats the criteria?
Abhinav – Go to our FAQ page and follow the various links so you can see all the information and make your own assessment.
Hi there. I’ve been working as a cook in australia for three years. is it likely that I would be able to apply for pr on the grounds of experience, and is it likely that cook will be on the new list?
Katie – If cook is on the new skilled occupation list and you meet the occupation qualifications and requirements, you are likely to be able to apply.
hello ian
i also would like to know as there are some romours that nursing support and personal care worker course has been put on new draft skill list and which is sure. as i am going to finish diploma in community welfare by the end of this year in June and i am also working as a personal care worker.
after finished my diploma in community welfare if i further go for nursing support and personal care worker course then how much course would be long for me.. any idea? will there any exemption for me if i would choose nursing support and personal care worker after finish my diploma.
thanks
Harsh – No one knows what will happen with the new Skilled Occupation List in June. Australia is short of engineers and health professionals, particularly in areas outside the capital cities. It is likely that occupations in these fields are likely to remain in demand.
Go to our FAQ blog page and follow the links to the Australian Department of Immigration and Citizenship web site, Australian Skills Recognition Information (ASRI) page. This page tells you the eligibility requirements for each occupation category.
sir,
i am an accountant and had my profession assessed already. In addition, i got 7 in each category of IELTS. I wish to lodge this April but am worried of the new SOL/MODL due for release on April30. Will accountant remained on the new SOL? I pray so… knowing that accountants are required of higher ILETS than any other professions. Please give me a piece of advice on this.
Joy – I have no idea what will happen. I would apply as soon as I could before things change. Talk to a registered migration agent.
Hi Ian
I am an Admitted solicitor in South Africa and England . I have been requalifying as a solicitor in ausralia since july last year and will be finished in June 2010 with the requalification process in terms of the course prescribed by the assessing body[LPAB] . Do you think Solicitors/barristers/legal professionals will be on the new SOL come end April.
Thanks
George – I have no idea what will happen. Talk to a registered migration agent.
Hi just wondering, what would happen to the students who applied for tr ( 485) visa after Feb 8? I know anyone applying before that date is safe. There is news one might need to do CPA or CA to be able to migrate with accounting degree, and master would not suffice, is that true? Even if the rule of doing masters comes true, would it be required to be done full-time or part- time? Currently, professional year could have added extra 10 points, is this going to be scrapped? Also, what are the chances unlimited work rights of Skilled Graduate Visa would be removed or of their dependents?
Ashish – The Minister’s statement mentions some special provisions for people already in the system. Talk to a registered migration agent.
I’ve almost finished my Master’s in Health Administration from Melbourne this year and will apply for a TR asap. I will try my level best to apply before 30th June 2010 (based on the old list). The new list will be operational from 1st July 2010. However, there are quite a few speculations that the new list may apply from 1st January 2011 since several international students who have joined this year could be seriousl affected by the new changes. My occupation i.e. Health and Welfare Service Managers does feature in the draft, but I have no idea how many points exactly is this going to be. BTW, most of the occupations that appear in the draft would most likely be there in the new list along with certain occupations that have been omitted such as journalism, HR, Marketing, Sales, animation and quite a few. This will be really bad for new internaitonal students or those who’ve been here since 2009 or 2010 and they will find it extremely hard to find jobs in their respective fields after the implementation of the new SOL.
AL – The Government is making the point more clearly that international students need to consider immigration as a separate step to education. Unfortunately these have become entangled. I cannot and will not speculate what will happen. Deal only with a registered migration agent and inform yourself by monitoring the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) website.
Hi
After the revocation of the MODL, I am 10 points short. I now have 110 points. I am an accountant and lost the 15 points due to the revocation of the MODL. I have an IELTS of 7 (25 points) and am 42 year old. I have accounting work experience. Is there a way for me to get into Oz?
Manoj – Talk to a registered migration agent and inform yourself by monitoring the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) website.
hi sir..regards..
sir i applied in MASTERS IN ELECTRONICS/MBA a dual degree course in LA TROBE and also got an offer for the same.Now sir i am confused that whether this course is in sol list..and how much points dose ths course give me..regarding my bacholrs background i am an electronics engineer and also have 1 year xpireance in my core field….plz help me out sir i am veri intrstd in doing this course but realy confused……thanks..m waitng
Vishwa – This course does not change your occupation for migration. You will still be an electronics engineer and will be assessed on your undergraduate qualification. The course will get you additional GSM points as a course from an Australian university.
Try and separate your education desires from you immigration intentions. Personally I would wait on doing the course so that you are not paying as a foreign student.
Courses are not on the SOL list. The SOL list is for occupations. Who knows what will happen, but engineering is likely to stay on the list. Your best move is to get a job and be sponsored by an employer.
Dear Sir /madam
My name is javed iqbal I applied for GSM visa 136 skilled independent (43-1211 refrigeration air conditioner mechanic) already in MODL. I already submitted all the required and requested documents (IELTS, Medical, Police clearance certificates etc) to A-S-P-C by on demand of my case officer, I received acknowledgment on 15 sep 2006.i already received phone verification from Australian high commission Islamabad 4 months before
please inform me about my case ?can i hope for better in currant procesing prioraties ?any one got any idai please share
yours javed
Javed – Don’t contact me. Contact your case officer.
Dear Sir,
Im a Beng Electrical and Electronics holder from a Malaysian university. My working experience will be 1.5 years next year when I plan to apply. I plan to do MAster in Electrical Engineering at the university of sydney with an option of moving into a PHD at the end of the Master course. I want to know whether I can apply for PR after completion of the MAster degree? How long does the whole process take? Does having an Australian Qualification gives you more points? Do you still think that Electrical engineering will be in the new SOL list?
Thanks a lot
Good wishes
Diren – Separate your education plans from any thoughts of migration. If you are doing the course purely for migration, forget it. The rules are changing and will keep changing as Australian demands for different occupations change. You already are highly likely to be able to be accredited as a professional engineer by doing a Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) for Engineers Australia now. It is likely that electrical engineering will remain an occupation in demand and be on the new SOL to be issued on April 20. The whole points system is under review. The existing additional points for Australian qualifications may disappear.
Wait until the new guidelines come out mid year before committing yourself to anything (especially spending money). Go to our Engineering Careers Advice page read the FAQs and follow the links to fully inform yourself.
If you do a course in Australian, be aware you may not be able to get PR at the end and may have to leave Australia if conditions change. Many people are being caught now by the current changes.
It is likely that getting more work experience in your own country may be more valuable than higher education. Australia is seeking experienced workers. As a graduate you are competing against young Australians who will be given priority.
Thxs a lot sir for your valuable advice. I think the best choice for me is to gain sufficient work experience and apply for a PR first . Once it is done, I can continue my higher education (as I’m a typical bookworm). I might be eligible also for domestic fees…..I wanted to know whether there are any engineering exams that the board of engineers Australia conduct for foreign degrees jusk like in UK system? I want to have an Australian qualification on my CV.
Thxs a lot
Kind regards
Dear sir, you mentioned that the new list is arriving on 20th April 2010. Can you please reconfirm this information as most other places (including DIAC’s website) indicate that the official release date for the list is 30th April 2010?
I will be finishing my Masters in Health Admin. this year. However, I am only doing one unit as I was exempted by the uni for 3 units for this course. This is my final semester and I officially finish by 26th April 2010. I am trying my level best to get a course completion certificate by 27th or 28th April 2010. In addition, I’ve seen my occupation as already been listed on the draft SOL (1342 – Health and welfare services managers). Is it possible that I can lodge my TR before the new list is finally implemented in mid-2010? Another point that I want clarification is if I apply before mid-2010, will I be assessed on the basis of the previous list or new list? Please let me know as I have to apply for my TR. And I’m keeping my fingers crossed for my occupation i.e. Health and welfare service managers to remain on the new SOL. Thank you!
AL – The 30th April is the date
Follow the link below and read the information there. There is a further list of links at the end of the article which will tell you more than I can.
GSM Changes
You need to talk to a registered migration agent.
Hi,
I intend to migrate to Australia on a 476 Visa based on my Masters qualification in Chemical Engineering. I have two years experience in a another field(not chemical Engineering).What would be the best path to take to enable me acquire enough points required for PR?Should i do a professional year or try to look for a job?(thats if the graduate prospects are good in this field)
Stella – Migration is not a good path for making a career change as you will have trouble getting a job without relevant work experience to your qualifications. I do not think anyone can give sound advice at the moment as the migration system is about to change. Your first choice should always be to get a job. IF I was you I would wait until you see the new SOL and the new points test. talk to a registered migration agent.
Heloo ian sir…thanks alot for your kind suggestion…. sir if one go with the course enginering management(electrical major)..ie 2 year course…with the background electronics enginering at bacholrs…its still going to be count as an electronics engineer…
and one more help sir..as u said after doing dual degree i.e ME/MBA i will be still be assessed on my bachlors qualification i.e electronics engineer…than what about MBA is there is any benifit of geting dual degree……
thanks & Regards
vishwa
Vishwa – All you may get extra is the points for an Australian higher degree. You are still an electronics engineer. An MBA without work experience is not highly regarded when applying for a job. As things may change i would not make such a big decision until you see the new guidelines.
I repeat -separate your education and immigration goals.
Hi, I did my Masters in Accounting and am looking forward to apply for PR.
I have got 6 each in IELTS and have got state sponsorship and a fulltime job in my field. Do you think I am safe if I apply before 30th of April and what would you reckon how long its gona take to get my PR
Cheers
hello Ian
i have completed Masters in Information Technology from Sydney on 12Feb10 and scored 7 each in IELTS i have submitted for assessment (ACS) on 24Mar10. waiting for assessment result.i hope i can apply for my PR on mid june..
I wanted to know weather new SOL list will effect me
ThankX Heaps……..
Asad – Maybe forever as you do not meet the English criteria for accountants . “where the applicant has achieved a score of at least IELTS 7 in each of the four competencies, and/or has completed The Professional Year – Skilled Migration Internship Program Accounting (SMIPA)”
Jerry – No one really knows. It could get down to your speciality. The new SOL will be issued at the end of this month, but the new points test will be later. Keep monitoring the DIAC website./
Hello Ian! So glad I found your site and hope you can help me out with some queries. First off, would you have an inkling as to whether marketing professionals or similar occupations will be included in the new SOL or would it be stricly limited to the draft list? Also, a comment above mentions speculation that implementation won’t be until January ’11–have you heard anything to support this? Or is july 1st pretty much it?
Tiz – I doubt if these types of occupations will come forward. We can only wait and see what will happen on occupations and timing.
hi,
i am student doing bachelor of information technolgy, and i want to assure what are the chances of it staying on sol list should i consider doing some private certificates like msce to increse my chances, your suggestion will be appreciated.
regards
satbir
Satbir – This is all a gamble until the new SOL is released. Wait until the new list is out. Specialist IT skills are likely to be highlighted as they are in the current CSL. Ensure you specialise in areas listed in the new SOL.
hey IAN,
I am presently studying masters in professional accounting and most likely i would finish by september and i also have 7 score in ielts..how far are my chances to apply for PR,and i am hearing from people that accounting has been removed from the new critical list.. i am finding my self lost and dont know where to get expert opinion about immigration.
i would be glad if you could suggest me some thing would much appreciate that ..
thanks
regards
sam
Sam – Wait until the new guidelines come out. No one knows what will happen.
This introduction to abolish the MODL and curb migrants has definately been both good and bad for the country, yet as this all unfolds, the key objective here would be for anyone trying to migrate to Oz, (a) get a sponsored job, effectively that may would allow a speedy process and (b) wait for the list (SOL). according to some migrant companies the list could drop from 106 catagories down to 4 catagories, which is a 95% scrapping of skilled migrants, recent booming in the economy has sparked off anaylists to say that the country could fall short of many skills in the next 3 months, the only thing left to do is wait till april 30.
hiiii,ian
currently am in student visa,if some one ready to sponsor me,then can i change my visa in to sponsor visa,but my current visa is not expired,so what can i do for it?give me a answer please.thank you
Musti – With such poor English, how do you expect to get a job? You can apply for a different visa at any time. Any new visa would replace an existing visa.
Hello Ian,
I was in Sydney in January with my wife and we decided to move there permanently. Unfortuntaly, despite that my wife and I are really skilled personnel consultants, the SOL calculation was really on the edge and subject to change.
I am surfing all the web to find news and just found here the information about the 30th april release.
I hope it is real. I will be 40 soon and I need to apply before that day!.
Thanks for the work you are doing here.
Dear Mrs ianlittle,
I hold a Beng (Hons) degree holder in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from a Malaysian university. Given the fact that Malaysia has gained full recognition & status in the Washington accord, do I still have to go through the Competency Demonstration Report (CDR)? From what I read, I guess it is apparently not required. I just want to confirm.
Thanks a lot
Diren
Diren – You will not need to do a CDR if the course you have done is included in the list of recognised Malaysian university courses. You need to go to the Washington Accord web site and follow the links to see the courses accredited in Malaysia. This covers university, particular course and course year. if your specific course is not listed you will need to do a CDR.
Dear Ian,
I am Engineer of Computer Science (two-year Diploma,NOT a Bachelor Degree), and I have MCSE and 6 MCITP Microsoft Certificates and 5 years of work experience as a System Engineer, what do you think, what are my chances to be recognized as a Computer Professional?
Thanks.
Srdjan – good. Go to the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and see their assessment requirements.
Dear Ianlittle
Please let me know whether SOL list published? when i can see it?
Anu – The new SOL has not been published. No firm date has been given when it will be. So we must all wait. This will probably delay introduction of all changes the Government is proposing
I am a ship’s officer with Australian qualifications (studied at the Australian Maritime College for 2 years) and I’m currently working in Australia on a 457 visa and have been since 2007. I am employed by an Australian company. Will I qualify for General Skilled Migration
Bill – You should be able to get your employer to sponsor you, otherwise you may have difficulty.
Hi there
I am pursuing B.E(software) from University of Western Australia…I am currently on a student visa…I was just checking the MODL list and could not find it anywhere…Does that mean that I cannot get a PR once I complete my studies??…Kindly elucidate…thanks
Shashank – The MODL has been abandoned and a new SOL will be introduced soon. If you are not on that new SOL list, bad luck.
Dear Ian
You are doing a great job.
I am graduate civil engineer, submitted my CDR in januay 2010 got the approval in april , now the Feb 8 2010 change has affected me as the IELTS score is AVG 7 but not in all modules,for that reason i lost 10 points and now have 110 total points.
I need your suggestions , should i repeat IELTS for 7+ in all or should i wait for new rules
Thanks
Ali – Do both. You do not have any alternative but to wait for the new rules. You should be doing everything you can to improve your English. The better your English is, the better the job you will get. I would not recommend doing a new IELTS test until you see the rules.
Dear Ian,
This is Jack from Singapore studying Masters in Accounting here in Australia.
I noticed that Accounting is there in SOL and will be eligible for PR provided 7 band in IELTS (academic). My question is what if I won’t get 7 in IELTS. Am I eligible for TR (subclass 485 visa).
Also CPA wants a student to get 7 in order to assess the degree. To apply for TR assessment is required? Please advise what best I can do if I won’t get 7 in IELTS.
Thanks,
Jack
Jack – If you don’t get 7 in the IELTS test, work hard to improve your English until you get it up to standard. It is essential to have good English to get a decent job anyway. There is no easy way round this.
Hi Ian,
Thanks for all your great advice.
I have applied for 485 Subclass before 08/02/2010. According to new skill list accounting is still there. Im wondering if accountant who has 7 for IELTS still recieve priority process?
Thanks for your great advice.
Regards,
Amy
Amy – Without IELTS 7 you will not be accredited. General skilled migrants are at the end of the queue after sponsored applicants.
Dear sir,
i did accounting two year at Malaysia and last year i did in Australia. after that i am doing Masters in accountin( 2year) will finish this june. cant get Ielts 7. I already did my cpa assessment since i have already bcom results. I need your suggestions,what should i do now after my masters result out. Can i apply for PR or i have to get 7 to apply.
Khan – You must have IELTS 7 in all categories to apply for accreditation. Without this you will struggle to get a job any way.
Hello Ian,
i was wondering if you could help me. In about 4 weeks I will complete my Diploma of Business Administration. I had a look at the new SOL list and was planing on studying Accounting. After completeing my Diploma of Accounting will I be able to apply for PR or do I at least need a Bachelor Degree?
I´m so confused right now, all these new changes…
I hope you will be able to help me.
Thanks heaps
Jackie
Jacqueline – You need to be able to meet the skills recognition requirements for an accounting occupation listed in the new SOL. The occupation definition is given in the ANZSCO definition. The accreditation requirements can be found on the Australian Skills Recognition Information (ASRI)) web page. Type immi asri in your browser and follow the links.
Hi there,
I have completed my Diploma of Business Marketing which was of ten months and no points for PR. Currently doing Diploma of Community Welfare Work, which I have started in the beginning of this year and will complete it by November ’11. I had a look at the new SOL, and it still has the occupation of a social worker there, does that link up to diploma of community welfare? If not, what do you reckon my options are with this diploma?
Would really appreciate if you could help me out with figuring that out.
Cheers
Confused – You need to go to the Australian Skills Recognition Information (ASRI)web site . That will provide links to the qualification assessment body for each occupation. Go to that site and see what the requirements are foran occupation you are trained for. Training for different occupations will cost you a lot of money and may not help in the end. Work out what career you want first.
hi ! Actually I am doing Bachelor of Information Technology from CQU and I joined on 27th july 2009. I checked the new SOL and still unsure whether IT is still there. Yes the new list talks about specialise parts in IT like programmer, system analyst ………so can I consider my course still in the new list……..waiting for your reply.
Thanks……..
Samar – You do not gain entry through course. You need to meet the eleigibility requirements for specific occupations which ar required in Australia. So you willnly be eligible for general skilled migration if you can meet the requirements of the particular IT skills listed in the SOL. The best apth is to seek sponsorship.
Dear Ian,
Thank you so much for guiding all of us well.
I request your help for my immigration to Australia. I am an Electronics Engineer (4 yrs course) from India and have an experience of 4 years. I am under 30 and would like to immigrate to Australia for a permanent residence.
I have got struck because of my profession and temporary hold of new Visa applications.
I am into sales of Electronics Components for last few years. I am afraid to proceed with my visa application because of the assessment with IEA. As per IEA site, applicant should have a CDR with technical experiences, which is not available much in my job. I request you to advice whether I will be able to migrate Australia with experience of Electronic component sales. Can I use my experiences of my final year project to show my knowledge? Please advice.
Also please advice present job opportunities at Australia for Sales / Marketing (Electronics).
I have not processed Visa application yet. I also request you to advice, whether I should wait till 1 July 2010 to know the new announcements of Australia Government on Immigration. Will there be any changes in pass point systems / SOL / CSL ? Please advice and help..
Thanking you in advance.
SS
SS – You cannot apply for general skilled migration at the moment even if you wanted to. You need to wait and see what the new requirements will be. They are likely to change a lot. You can write career episodes from your undergraduate years to demonstrate engineering competencies. You can pick out particular parts of your work where you have been involved in engineering activities for a CER. With weak experience you will struggle to get a job in Australia. Australia is after experienced engineers.
Dear Sir,
I just received my sucessful TRA results(4th June) as a Genaral Communication Tradesperson 4316-11. But this occupation is not in the new SOL. I think i cannot apply for GSM with this occupation. but there are two similer occupations in the new SOL those are Radio communication Technician & Telecommunication Technical Officer. I informed to TRA this issue,but they asked me to contact DIAC directly regarding this matter, but I could’n find any email address of DIAC. let me know if you know any email contact there and what should I do with this issue? Is it possible to replace this occupation with new SOL -Telecommunication Technical office or Radio Communication Technician?
Wating for your advice…
Ruwan – look for the Contact Us page