Getting a skilled migration visa for Sydney has never been more challenging. The number of visas issued has been reduced, handling times are slower and UK migrants are facing increasing competition from countries such as China and India. Add to that the disturbance from the coronavirus epidemic and it may seem an insurmountable challenge.
Though, thousands of people do successfully travel from the UK to Sydney, Australia every year and there are still numerous places available for people with the right skills. So your dream of starting a new life down under is still very attainable especially if your experience is required.
If you are applying for Skilled Migration, you will require to verify your English language skill. The mandatory rank of English hinge on the visa subclass you are applying for and there are 4 different ranks of English that may be related:
• Superior English: 20 points in the GSM test.
• Proficient English: 10 points in the GSM test.
• Competent English: threshold prerequisite for General Skilled Migration and ENS and RSMS.
• Vocational English: previously important for Employer-Sponsored Visas and General Skilled Migration.
• Functional English: for secondary applicants who are searching to avoid paying the English Language Charge.
Have you just about given up on ever moving to Sydney, Australia thanks to COVID? Hold on! We might have good update for you.
Sydney seeks these 36 skills, a list of these occupations that are open to visa applicants from overseas. This is despite the border closures!
Get through the list and if you see your occupation, contact us immediately. You could qualify to smear for a general skilled migration visa. Our licensed advisor will assess your eligibility to confirm your chances either way.
Sydney seeks these 36 skills if you work in any of these occupations:
• Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
• Building Inspector
• Construction Estimator
• Maintenance Planner
• Automotive Electrician
• Motor Mechanic (General)
• Diesel Motor Mechanic
• Occupational Therapist
• Physiotherapist
• Audiologist
• Speech Pathologist
• Sheet metal Trades Worker
• Metal Fabricator
• Pressure Welder
• Welder (First Class)
• Fitter (General)
• Fitter and Turner
• Fitter-Welder
• Metal Machinist (First Class)
• Metal Fitters and Machinists net
• Panel beater
• Bricklayer
• Stonemason
• Carpenter and Joiner
• Carpenter
• Joiner
• Floor finisher
• Painting Trades Worker
• Glazier
• Fibrous Plasterer
• Solid Plasterer
• Roof Tiller
• Wall and Floor Tiller
• Arborist
• Landscape Gardener
• Cabinetmaker
