zed;193270 Wrote:
> I know this may sound crazy at first glance, but I think you should
> apply for 175 first. Let me explain with the following
> points/observations:
>
> 1. Waiting for state sponsorship could take up to 3 to 4 months
> depending on the state. In the meantime, the PR queue is getting longer
> and the earlier one gets into the system (i.e. submits an application
> for 175) the better for him/her, eventually.
>
> 2. After getting your state sponsorship, you will automatically be
> switched to 176. No extra fees, so what have you got to lose by
> starting with 175?
>
> 3. DIAC has been changing rules so frequently, that you are not sure
> what will happen with the next announcement in January 2010 (4 months
> away). If you dont apply now, you never know, your occcupation may
> suddenly be eligible for priority processing within the New MODL, but
> you would lose out because you did not apply yet - since you were
> waiting for state sponsorship. Additionally, it is obvious from recent
> automated emails (processing@aspc) that it may take up to 2 months to
> get a CO after getting sponsorship. Now do the maths yourself: 3 to 4
> months of waiting for state sponsorship + 2 months waiting for CO = 5
> to 6 months in total. By which time we would be in February 2010 and
> you can bet your last months salary :) that DIAC would make some
> changes in January; especially on the NEW MODL which would replace CSL.
> Refer to this: ('Frequently Asked Questions - Review of the Migration
> Occupations in Demand List (MODL)' (http://tinyurl.com/kwptwp)).
>
> 4. No one knows how the new MODL would look, or how it will work in
> terms of priorities. We can always argue that the State Sponsorship may
> continue its priority over MODL or whatever. However, the reality may
> turn out to be just the opposite. The new MODL (i.e. 175) when it comes
> out, MAY be designed to have priority OVER 176 just like it used to be
> in the days of old, before January of this year (2009); that is.
>
> Therefore, in conclusion, I believe you have nothing to lose and more
> to gain by starting with 175 and (simultaneously) pursuing or
> switching to 176, IF and WHEN the need arises. This is my honest
> opinion. I could be wrong.
>
> Eventually, its your decision. I hope this helps, though.
>
> cheers
Thanks Zed, its clear now that i need the 175 class visa
cheers
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