Thanks for sharing your story, Khaled, and for reaching out with such honesty and heart.

At age 57, most standard skilled visa pathways to Australia, like the subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) or subclass 189/190 (Skilled Independent/State Sponsored), become very difficult due to age limits.

These usually have a cut-off at 45 years…

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Hi Theresa,

Great question! In most cases, it’s best to complete your skills assessment first, especially if you’re planning to apply for a skilled visa like the subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) or subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme).

Here’s why:

1. Australian employers often want to know you’re eligible for a visa before offering…

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