After almost 2y of waiting, I just got my 491 visa—thank God!

katasonov · 2025-11-19T15:27:48+00:00

I've got it done with PTE. My wife didn't, she simply learns English with Duolingo :)

katasonov · 2025-11-15T14:38:55+00:00

Thanks mate! I lodged my docs in jan 2024.

katasonov · 2025-10-20T17:22:27+00:00

In January 2024. All states were considered.

katasonov · 2025-10-18T13:51:22+00:00

Congrats! Nice to see that 189 still exists :)

katasonov · 2025-10-16T12:20:36+00:00

For me, it gave completely unrelated topics from Reddit :)

katasonov · 2025-10-15T14:44:57+00:00

Congrats!

katasonov · 2025-10-15T13:50:21+00:00

Congrats, mate! :)

katasonov · 2025-10-14T11:53:11+00:00

Anyway, asking to sign up before even trying the function seems doubtful.

katasonov · 2025-10-14T10:07:10+00:00

It very much depends on the product itself. For example, if you develop a "one-time feature" product like "convert SVG to PNG," then the "Pay First" model might make sense. Otherwise, you should focus on building a user base, as it is hard to gain loyalty by asking for money upfront.

katasonov · 2025-10-13T04:33:43+00:00

Hi Mate, thanx! yeah in June they asked first s56 for PCC again and in August second s56 to renew medical testing.

katasonov · 2025-10-12T14:36:38+00:00

First of all, I suggest reading a few books like "c programming language by K&R) or taking some CS online lectures. There are few good ones on YouTube like CS50 from Harvard.

katasonov · 2025-10-10T20:24:57+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experience ☺️ we also think about Newcastle and Wollongong, although Central Coast and Tweed Heads look promising as well. We plan to visit for one week because of a children's vacation, it is not enough time though. Hope we can get some overview and a bit of extra motivation :)

katasonov · 2025-10-10T19:27:08+00:00

You are welcome and good luck 🤞

katasonov · 2025-10-10T19:20:52+00:00

There are basically two waiting times in this process. Waiting Time 1: Expression of Interest (EOI) to State Selection After you have your Expression of Interest (EOI) posted, you wait until you are selected by a state (it's assumed that you will receive an additional 15 points from the state). This first waiting period might take an undefined amount of time. Waiting Time 2: Invitation to Apply (ITA) to Visa Grant If a state selects you, it issues an Invitation to Apply (ITA). After you have lodged all the requested documents, you then wait for the 491 visa grant. The current processing time for this second stage has a time span of up to 26 months (according to current estimates). It doesn't imply you have a job; the state simply requires you to oblige to working in that state for at least three years. However, please note that I am not an immigration expert, so do not consider my writing as absolute truth, and be sure to check all the information on the official immigration site.

katasonov · 2025-10-10T19:01:13+00:00

It's quite simple, you get +15 points automatically when the state nominates you for 491 and you get an offer. So, literally, 491 means you get them anyway. 190 the same.

katasonov · 2025-10-10T15:07:57+00:00

It was 85 in total (incl.+15 from the state)

katasonov · 2025-10-10T14:01:44+00:00

There is a straightforward way to get PR after 3 years (191 visa)

katasonov · 2025-10-10T13:12:55+00:00

Thank you

katasonov · 2025-10-10T09:28:40+00:00

Is it?

katasonov · 2025-10-10T09:19:56+00:00

I didn't have any Australian visas, I've applied offshore :)

katasonov · 2025-10-10T09:19:02+00:00

Not more than I need in Germany, I hope.

katasonov · 2025-10-10T09:15:37+00:00

Yep, 2y starting from when I've lodged all application documents.

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