Migrating to Australia from the Philippines involves several steps and requirements depending on which visa pathway you are eligible to peruse. Here are some things to consider:
Determine your eligibility:
Australia has various visa types, and each has its eligibility criteria.
Check the Australian Department of Home Affairs website to know which visa best suits your situation or better still have yourselves individually and initially assessed for free by RESPALL Migration Australia who have been specializing in these permanent residency visa applications since 1999.
Meet the English language requirements for SkillSelect
The primary language spoken in Australia is English. You must be proficient in it to integrate and communicate effectively. You can take an English proficiency test, such as PTE, to demonstrate your language ability. It is a mandatory requirement for Filipino applicants perusing the General Skilled Migration Program (GSM) under SkillSelect. There are three (3) permanent visa pathways for this namely:
- Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)
- Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
It permits motivated Filipino professional migrants to secure a visa based on their relevant work experience and educational qualifications in their related in-demand occupations in Australia.
Their occupations must be listed in Medium & Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) or Regional Occupation List (ROL), have a favourable letter from Relevant Assessing Authority and may be sponsored by a State or Territory government or a relative living in a designated area of Australia.
Generally, they must also be between 18-44 years of age, have at the very least 1-year work experience (case-by-case basis), have their Philippine educational qualification recognised by a Relevant Assessing Authority at a Bachelor degree, trade or diploma level.
Primary applicant’s partner and other members of the family unit must also meet threshold requirements for skilled migration visa pathways. English Language ability (IELTS/PTE) – must meet their required band score for all secondary applicants, wishing to join the visa application.
Get your skills assessed
The Australian government has a list of skilled occupations that are in demand in the country. Before applying for a visa, you need to get your skills assessed by a relevant assessing authority to see if they meet the Australian standards.
RESPALL Migration Australia are able to initially assess you accurately and ‘provided you with your written prospect of success’. Most assessing authorities require the Filipino visa applicant to passed an English Exam with your required band score before you are allowed to apply to have you qualification assessed through them.
The Filipino primary applicant must secure a suitable skills assessment for their nominated occupation to progress towards an Expression of Interest (EOI) stage and achieve the required points for their particular occupation.
Apply for a visa
Once you have determined your eligibility, you can apply for a visa through the Australian Department of Home Affairs website. Respall Migration Australia, will thoroughly assist you in the application process.
This includes:
- Sorting out medical examination(s);
- Sorting out and securing police clearances for all applicants 16 years and above to comply with Character Requirements;
- Providing your relevant information to secure a State or Territory Nomination, if applicable or required;
- Ensure your occupation was not removed from MLTSSL/STSOL/ROL or your application was ‘not capped and ceased’ by government announcements;
- The department did not commit a jurisdictional error if they made an unfavourable decision in your application.
Public Interest Criteria 4020 compliance
You did not provide any i.e., false and/or misleading information or bogus documents, lodged with your particular assessing authorities and the Department of Home Affairs. Doing so, have severe consequences for the visa applicants and other family members.
Why use RESPALL Migration Australia
People who work in the Australian recruitment industry say that your resume must attract their attention in the first 8 seconds. “RESPALL ensure your Resume and Covering Letter attract the right attention.” RESPALL even developed Video Resumes, they don’t replace the traditional written resume… they enhance it.
Latest English reviews and English language examination techniques are always being conducted and all you have to do is build a healthier English language environment and we will show you how to get that superior result, to get those maximum Points.
Furthermore, if you are assessed as qualified to migrate and work in Australia by RESPALL Migration Australia and you did not secure a SkillSelect visa grant, a 100% money-back agreement is activated and adhered to.
Prepare for your move
After you have been granted a visa, it’s time to prepare for your move.
This includes finding a place to live, opening a bank account, and arranging for health insurance. You should also research the job market and connect with recruitment agencies or potential employers and link into RESPALL Migration Australia large network of past visa grant holders that have already migrated to Australia and could possibly assist you further to settle in Australia in your particular State or Territory.
Attend a settlement program
Once you arrive in Australia, it’s essential to attend a settlement program to help you adjust to life in the country. Settlement programs can provide you with further information on Australian culture, employment opportunities, and other essential services. RESPALL Migration Australia is there to point out all these additional government support services for newly arrived immigrants in Australia.
Overall, the process of migrating to Australia can be complex, and it’s essential to seek professional advice and assistance, to ensure a smooth transition.
