[Mark]

Hey there, what occupation are you seeking roles in and how much experience do you have? 🤷‍♂️🙂

[Mark]

I need more information 🙂

[Mark]

G’day @alexander, tech support and sales are quite different. Which occupations do you have the most experience in and what environments were you supporting/selling?

Cheers

Mark

[Mark]

Hello CA welcome to our community and thanks for taking the time to provide tge detail in your question 🙂

Some current Trends for Accountants in Australian State Nominations

1. Reduced Invitations for Accountants:

Accountants (ANZSCO 221111) have seen fewer invitations due to an oversupply of applicants and high competition. States prioritise applicants based on industry demand and regional needs, which has impacted many highly qualified candidates.

2. 491 Visa Opportunities:

While your 95 points for the 491 visa are competitive, the 491 depends heavily on state-specific nomination policies. Most states assess applicants based on their ability to meet state-specific occupation lists and criteria, such as work experience in regional areas or ties to the state. For example:

NSW: Prioritises applicants based on their rank in the points system but receives large volumes of EOIs for accountants, reducing chances unless you’re highly ranked or meet additional state-specific criteria.

South Australia (SA): Accepts accountants with 491 points but typically prefers applicants with close ties to SA or those with a job offer in the state.

Tasmania and NT: These states may have slightly lower thresholds but typically favour applicants with regional work experience, study history, or employment offers.

Should You Wait for an Invitation?

The waiting period of four months is typical, given the competition in the Accountant occupation. However:

1. No Guarantees for 491 Invitations: Even with 95 points, there is no certainty due to limited quotas for accountants in many states.

2. Consider Alternative Steps: Waiting can be supplemented with proactive measures to enhance your eligibility.

For example:

Improve Employment Opportunities: Explore job offers or employer sponsorship pathways, as some states prioritise applicants who secure employment within their region.

Increase Points Further: If possible, aim to increase your total points (e.g., Professional Year Program in Accounting can add 5 points).

Regional Study or Relocation: Consider studying in or relocating to regional Australia, which can boost your chances for a 491 nomination.

Employer-Sponsored Opportunities for Accountants

Employer-sponsored visas (e.g., subclass 482 or subclass 186) may offer another pathway if you can secure a job with an Australian employer:

The shortage of skilled accountants in some regional areas makes employer sponsorship possible. Set a job alert for accountant on our website at https://482jobs.com so we can email you when accountant roles are added.

Check the Skilled Occupation List and the Regional Occupation List for employer-sponsored opportunities for accountants. Learn more on our website here: https://gettingdownunder.com/australia-occupations-list/

My suggestions

1. Keep Monitoring Your EOI: While waiting, focus on improving your profile to align with state-specific requirements.

2. Consider Employer-Sponsorship Pathways: Explore job opportunities in regional Australia to increase your chances of being nominated.

3. Stay Updated on Trends: State nomination requirements can change, so regularly check updates on state migration websites. We will also post any news updates on gettingdownunder.

I hope this helps

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[Mark]

Hello, Mohamed. Historically, we have posted some developer roles at https://482jobs.com (one of our websites), though it really depends on the language you have experience developing in. Niche skills are more likely to be Sponsored.

On the support side, these are less likely to be sponsored due to many IT support functions being able to be run offshore. We have seen some sponsored network support roles advertised, especially in the wireless/LTE space.

Unsure if this helps 🤷‍♂️

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482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

[Mark]

As a truck driver @fayyaz ?

[Mark]

Hello mate and welcome to our forums.🙂

What occupation are you seeking sponsorship in and where have you been searching so far.

One of the websites in our network is https://482jobs.com. it’s a specialised job board dedicated to advertising jobs in Australia with Sponsorship.

I’m unsure if there is anything that may be suitable there.

If you can confirm your occupation we can advise you further.

All the best

Mark

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482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

482 Jobs - Jobs In Australia Offering 482 Visa Sponsorship - 482 Jobs Australia

[Mark]

Hey there. Welcome to our community. 🙂

Can you give some examples of the jobs you have more than 12 months experience in as this will help us better support you with some options.

All the best

Mark

[Mark]

Hello @Skumar , if you can start a new thread by clicking here to explain a little more about you, your occupation and what you are more specifically interested in and we’ll help where we can 😊

Link to post a new topic is here: https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

[Mark]

Hello @Madura and welcome to our community – its great to see you here.

Migrating to Australia with your family as an Agricultural Consultant (ANZSCO 234111) is a great goal! Let me break down the process into a few key steps for you.

Step 1: Understand Your Visa Options

At the time of typing, your occupation is on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), meaning you’re eligible for several visa types. Each has different requirements. Here’s a quick overview of the most relevant ones:

1. Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): No sponsorship required; points-tested.
2. Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190): State government sponsorship required; points-tested.
3. Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491): Family or state sponsorship; points-tested.
4. Employer Sponsored Visas (186, 482, 494): Requires a job offer from an Australian employer.
5. Regional Visas (187, 489): Focus on work in regional Australia.

Step 2: Points Test and Skills Assessment

Most skilled visas require you to meet a minimum points threshold (currently 65 points). Points are awarded based on:

• Age: Maximum points if you’re aged 25–32.
• English proficiency: High scores in an English test like IELTS or PTE.
• Work experience: Points for relevant work in Australia or overseas.
• Qualifications: Points for degrees or diplomas relevant to your occupation.
• Other factors: State sponsorship, partner skills, etc.

We have a handy points calculator on our website at getting down under that shoul help: https://gettingdownunder.com/australian-migration-points-calculator/

You’ll also need a Skills Assessment to prove you’re qualified for the role. For Agricultural Consultant, the assessing authority is VETASSESS. Start by applying for your skills assessment here: https://www.vetassess.com.au.

Step 3: Expression of Interest (EOI)

Once your skills assessment is positive and you’ve calculated your points, submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the SkillSelect portal: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skillselect. The EOI is not a visa application but shows your interest in migrating.

• Choose the visa type(s) you qualify for (e.g., 189, 190, 491).
• If applying for 190 or 491 (state-sponsored), check which states/territories nominate Agricultural Consultants and their specific requirements. Each state has its own rules.

Step 4: Receive an Invitation and Apply

If your EOI is successful:

1. You’ll receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for a visa.
2. Submit your visa application online with supporting documents, such as:
   • Passport and family documents
   • Positive skills assessment
   • English test results
   • Proof of work experience and qualifications
   • Health and character checks.

Step 5: Prepare for Relocation

Once your visa is approved, you can prepare to move to Australia with your family.

• You may need to settle in a regional area (for 491 or 190 visas).
• Plan school enrolments, housing, and work opportunities.

Exciting times ahead – there is much to do but your efforts will be worth it! 😊

Please let me know if you have any further questions.

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Nice one Tim – please let us know how you get on – any future insights might prove useful for others who find themselves in a similar boat in the future.

[Mark]

That’s good to hear Mide. Better to be safe than sorry – especially now you are onshore here in Australia.
Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on – Your experiences will prove useful to others who might find themselves in a similar position in the future.

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Yes, you can start the process if you feel comfortable not using a migration agent (that’s what I did when I moved to Australia). 😊
Regarding the chance of success, there are really too many variables linked to your personal circumstances that make it difficult to comment on.

Your points score will give you a reasonable starting point – e.g. If you score 90 points vs 65 you’ll have a higher likelihood of receiving an invitation to apply for an Australia visa.

[Mark]

Hi Sanjeev, when you say diagnostic centre, can you expand on that component? Is this Vehicle Diagnostics or similar? How would you describe your occupation?

[Mark]

No worries – please let us know how you get on @Gia – depending on his level of English language capability there are some additional points there for sure. 😊