[Mark]

Hi Kayla, welcome to our forums and thank you for your question. 😊

For now, I think the most important thing is to correct the misinformation as soon as possible to avoid potential issues with your visa application.

Here’s what I thin you should do given your circumstances:

Submit a Correction to the Department of Home Affairs

You can upload a written statement via your ImmiAccount explaining that your lawyer submitted incorrect medical details without verifying them with you.
Clearly state the correct information: that you were diagnosed with ADHD but have not received treatment or taken medication for over a year.

Provide Supporting Evidence (if needed)

If you have records confirming you haven’t seen a psychologist or taken medication since your student visa renewal, consider including them.
You may also wish to provide a statutory declaration (a legally sworn statement) confirming the mistake.

Contact Your Migration Lawyer

Express your concerns and ask them to submit a correction immediately. If they refuse or are unhelpful, you can handle it directly via ImmiAccount.

Monitor Your ImmiAccount

Keep an eye on any requests from immigration for further clarification or additional medical assessments.

Prepare for Possible Questions

Immigration may ask why the initial information was incorrect. Simply be honest—explain that it was an unintentional omission during the medical exam and that your lawyer provided incorrect details without verifying them with you.

Since ADHD is not usually a condition that impacts visa outcomes (unless it results in significant healthcare costs), this should not jeopardise your application as long as you correct it promptly.

Feel free to let me know if you have any more questions. I hope this helps!

Best regards,
Mark

[Mark]

Hi Laura, welcome to our community 🙂

Great to hear you’re considering skilled migration to Australia! I’ll break down your questions to help you understand your best options.

Visa Options & Chances

As an ICT Project Manager (ANZSCO 135112), your occupation is on the MLTSSL (Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List), which makes you eligible for the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) and the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190).

Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa):

• No state sponsorship required
• Highly competitive, requiring high points (typically 85-95+)
• Invitations are issued based on ranking in the points test

Recommended if you have very strong points (age, experience, English, etc.)

Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa):

• Requires nomination from an Australian state/territory
• Each state has different eligibility criteria
• Offers additional 5 points for nomination
• Better chance than 189 if you meet a state’s criteria

If you’re open to regional areas, Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa) might be an option too. It offers 15 extra points but leads to PR after 3 years.

Improving Your Chances

You need 65 points to qualify for an Australian Visa provided independently of a sponsor. Points are allocated against a number of criteria. Generally speaking, the more points you have the better your chances.

Tips to maximise your Australia migration points:

• Aim for Superior English (PTE 79+/IELTS 8+) for 20 points.
• Work experience: If you have 8+ years in ICT project management, you can claim up to 15 points.
• State nomination: Research which states are open for ICT Project Managers. Each state has unique requirements.
• Partner points: If your partner has skills in a high-demand occupation and strong English, they could contribute extra points.

EOI Timing (Before or After Marriage?)

If you submit your EOI (Expression of Interest) before marriage, your partner won’t be included. If you wait until after marriage, you can add them to your application (potentially gaining extra points).

If your partner is skilled (and meets criteria), waiting could be beneficial.

If they don’t contribute extra points, submitting earlier won’t hurt. ☺️

Final Thoughts

Your choice between 189 and 190 depends on your points and whether any states are actively nominating ICT Project Managers.

You can check current state nomination trends to see where you have the best chance.

If you need help checking which states might be open for your occupation? Let me know!

All the best

Regards,

Mark

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Hi Suleman,

Thanks for sharing your experience. Based on your background in warehouse (packing?) and hospitality roles, securing visa sponsorship would be very difficult, as these occupations are not typically eligible for employer-sponsored visas.

Since Pakistani citizens are not currently eligible for an Australian Working Holiday Visa (WHV), your best options for working in Australia would be:

1. Student Visa (Subclass 500): Allows part-time work while studying, which could be a pathway to gain experience and explore further visa options.

2. Labour Agreements/DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement): Some regional areas have agreements that allow sponsorship for lower-skilled roles, but opportunities are limited.

3. Employer-Sponsored Visas (e.g., Subclass 482 TSS Visa): However, warehouse packer and waitering roles are not on the skilled occupation lists for sponsorship.

If your long-term goal is to migrate to Australia, you may want to consider gaining skills and qualifications in an in-demand occupation that could lead to skilled migration.

Let me know if you need further guidance!

All the best

Regards,

Mark

[Mark]

Anytime Jay. Best of luck with your outreach activities and please keep in touch 👍🏻

[Mark]

G’day Nick and welcome to our forums 🙂

Unfortunately, the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Subclass 186 visa (Direct Entry stream) cannot bypass the Section 48 bar if you are in Australia and have had a visa refused (excluding bridging visas, tourist visas, or certain other limited cases).

Section 48 of the Migration Act 1958 restricts onshore applicants from applying for most visas if they have had a refusal and do not hold a substantive visa.

There are two possible solutions:

1. Wait for the AAT decision – If your appeal is successful, you may regain eligibility to apply for the 186 visa from within Australia.

2. Leave Australia and apply offshore – Section 48 only applies to onshore applications. You may need to travel outside Australia (if feasible) and lodge your ENS 186 application from overseas.

If your occupation is covered under a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), or if you are eligible for another visa not subject to Section 48, you might have alternative options.

This isn’t a straight forward case so consulting a registered migration agent or lawyer would be advisable. We have a registered agent we can recommend if you need one.

I hope this helps, and best of luck with your appeal! Let me know if you need further clarification.

All the best

Mark

[Mark]

Welcome Jay. Firstly. Sorry you had issues formatting your post.

You can select the Aa icon at the bottom to add formatting like bullets 🙂

Great to see your interest in working as a butcher in Australia!

Butchery is a high-demand occupation, particularly in regional areas, and many employers offer visa sponsorship for skilled workers.

Here’s some information to help you:

1. Companies Hiring Butchers with Visa Sponsorship

Several meat processing companies and abattoirs in Australia regularly sponsor skilled butchers under the Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) Visa or the Subclass 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional) Visa.

Some well-known employers in the industry include:

• Teys Australia – One of Australia’s largest meat processors.
• JBS Australia – A major meat processing company that often sponsors skilled butchers.
• Midfield Meat – A regional employer known for hiring international workers.
• Bindaree Beef – Frequently recruits overseas butchers.
• Thomas Foods International – A major meat processing company with locations across Australia.

I would recommend googling their details and contacting them directly via their contact form

2. Visa Requirements for Skilled Butchers

To work as a butcher in Australia under a skilled visa, you generally need:

A valid job offer from an Australian employer willing to sponsor you.

Relevant qualifications and experience (such as your NCII Slaughtering Certification and five years of experience).

Meeting the English language requirements (IELTS, PTE, or equivalent tests may be required).

A skills assessment from a recognised authority (for PR pathways like the Subclass 189 or 190 visas).

Health and character requirements, including medical checks and police clearance.

Check job boards: Websites like our own at https://482jobs.com (which specialises in visa-sponsored jobs), Seek.com.au, and Workforce Australia often list butcher positions.

Apply directly to meat processing companies: Many companies prefer direct applications.

Finally, click here to search our community for butcher related info. This will bring up similar forum topics and also highlight our other members who have highlighted that they are butchers as their occupation

If you have further questions about the visa process, feel free to ask. Wishing you the best in your job search!

Cheers,

Mark

[Mark]

Hello Suleman and welcome.

Can you confirm what your occupation is and what type of job you are seeking?

All the best

Mark

[Mark]

Hi Meshack, welcome to our community. 🤗

Thanks for reaching out! Finding employer sponsorship in Australia depends on whether your occupation is on one of the skilled occupation lists, such as the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL).

Your expertise in Wilcom embroidery digitization and machine operation doesn’t have a direct ANZSCO code, but some related occupations include:

1. Textile, Clothing, and Footwear Mechanic (ANZSCO 323215)

Listed on the Regional Occupation List (ROL)

Eligible for employer-sponsored visas, but only in regional areas under the Subclass 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional) visa or Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)

Not eligible for the standard Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) visa unless covered by a DAMA

2. Graphic Pre-press Trades Worker (ANZSCO 392211)

Not on the MLTSSL, STSOL, or ROL, meaning it’s not eligible for standard employer-sponsored visas like the 482 or 494

Might be an option if included in a specific DAMA agreement

Finding Sponsored Jobs

To secure sponsorship, check:

https://482jobs.com – All jobs here offer visa sponsorship.

https://seek.com.au – Use keywords like “visa sponsorship” in your search.

https://Indeed.com.au – Similar to Seek, refine your search by using sponsorship-related terms.

Next Steps

Since your role doesn’t fit neatly into a standard skilled occupation, you may need to explore DAMA agreements in specific regions where employers have more flexibility in sponsoring workers.

Let me know if I can assist further with the DAMA options or anything else.

Best regards,

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Deepak, thanks for that – an actuyal occupation would be helpful rather than an industry..

In isolation of that, since you have experience in sales and marketing, as well as a diploma in hospitality management, you have a few possible ANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations) codes that might align with your skills. Here are some potential options. Please review the links and confirm which one is closest to your background and experience.

Sales & Marketing Roles:

• ANZSCO 225113 – Marketing Specialist (Eligible for skilled migration, depending on state nomination availability)
• ANZSCO 225412 – Sales Representative (Medical & Pharmaceutical Products)
• ANZSCO 611311 – Sales Representative (General) (Not on the skilled occupation lists but may have employer sponsorship opportunities)

Hospitality Sector Roles:

• ANZSCO 141111 – Café or Restaurant Manager (On the Regional Occupation List and eligible under certain visa programs, especially DAMA)
• ANZSCO 141311 – Hotel or Motel Manager (Often eligible for sponsorship under TSS 482 visa in regional areas)
• ANZSCO 351311 – Chef (If you gain relevant experience, this is a strong pathway for skilled migration)

Since hospitality roles often have more sponsorship opportunities under regional programs, looking into the Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) pathway could be beneficial.

If you’re open to regional work, this could increase your chances of finding employer sponsorship. You might want to check https://482jobs.com for potential job opportunities that offer visa sponsorship.

Let me know which occupation description best describes your experience and then we can narrow down the best pathway based on this occupation!

Best regards
,
Mark

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[Mark]

Thank you Deepak – so if you were targeting a specific job title or roles, what would you be searching for?

[Mark]

Hi, Deepak. Are you able to expand a little more on what you do in your role? Australian migration is very much linked to occupations, so if I can better understand what you do, I can assist you further.

All the best

Markl

[Mark]

You are very welcome 😊 Exciting times ahead, hopefully! Keep in touch, Tiago and let us know if you have any further questions as you continue on your journey.

[Mark]

Hi Megan,

It’s great that your cousin has received a scholarship from the University of Canberra. Kudos to you for helping support his journey! You’re absolutely right that financial capacity is a key requirement for an Australian Student Visa (subclass 500).

Financial Requirements (“Show Money”)

For a Student Visa, the Department of Home Affairs requires proof that the student and any dependents can support themselves while in Australia. As of the most recent guidelines:

• The minimum amount required for living costs is $24,505 per year for a single student.
• If your cousin’s partner is applying as a dependent, an additional $8,574 per year is required.
• If tuition fees are not fully covered by the scholarship, evidence of additional funds for tuition will be needed.
• Travel costs should also be considered—typically $2,500 for applicants from the Philippines.

Since financial capacity can be demonstrated in different ways, you do not necessarily need $70,000–$100,000 in cash. Instead, you can provide proof through:

1. Personal or Sponsor’s Bank Statements – Showing sufficient available funds.
2. Income Evidence – Payslips, tax returns, or employment contracts proving a stable income of at least $72,465 per year (or $84,543 if including a dependent).
3. Scholarship Confirmation – If the scholarship covers tuition and living expenses, this can reduce the financial requirement.

Including a Partner as a Dependent

Your cousin’s partner can be added to the student visa application as a dependent, but they will need to prove their relationship is genuine and ongoing. If they are not married, they must provide de facto evidence, such as:

• Joint bank statements
• Shared rental agreements
• Photos, messages, or travel history together
• Statutory declarations from friends/family confirming their relationship

Since adding a dependent increases the financial requirement, you must show additional funds or proof of income to cover both of them.

Supporting Documents for Financial Proof

• Bank statements (last 3–6 months)
• Employment letter with salary details
• Payslips & tax returns (if using income proof)
• Letter of financial support (if a sponsor is providing funds)
• Scholarship confirmation letter (if applicable)

Next Steps

1. Calculate whether your available funds and/or annual income meet the requirements.
2. If your funds are insufficient, consider including additional sponsors (such as parents or other relatives) or showing proof of regular income.
3. Gather relationship evidence if the partner is applying as a dependent.

I recommend checking the latest financial requirements on the official Home Affairs website: http://www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

I hope this helps! Let me know if you need further clarification. 😊

Regards

Mark

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[Mark]

Hi Jay. Australia only at this time I moved here from the UK in 2006 so won’t be very helpful for other countries unfortunately.

I’m curious though. Where are you thinking?

Regards

Mark

[Mark]

Please start your own forum post here Farhan. https://ozvisaforum.com/post-new-topic/

Please also include a little more information as it’s not clear what your question relates to – thank you

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