New statistics have shown that the processing time for skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) have published that 90 percent of the cases take 22 months for Home Affair to finalize. In this guide, we are going what is the reason these visas take a longer time to process as compared to other visas.
So, you are planning to apply through the GSM (General Skilled Migration) but concerned about the processing time. Those who do not know the Skill Select was introduced on July 1st, 2012. This was a product of the failed GSM system because too many applications lodged which made it difficult to process the applications.
No doubt, it can be difficult to determine facts about Australia’s skilled migration as there is soo much advice available online. Keep in mind to consult the best migration agent as they are aware of the entire process in detail and know what should be done. Given below are the reasons that GSM has slowed down as compared to the usual process.
Reasons it takes longer to get the visa
The 2 main reasons are given below:
- Process of applying skilled visa invitation has become difficult
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- Once you get the positive English language test and skill assessment then you will be able to lodge the EOI (Expression of Interest). After its submission, you will get ITA (Invitation to Apply) for the skilled visa.
- With the decline in the number of invitations, the points system are being fluctuated to 70 and more. Previously it was 60 and it was possible to lodge an EOI but receiving the invitation at that time was very unlikely. The substantial longer waiting period to get the invitation have made people choose other options like increasing points with English Language test or applying for State sponsorship.
- The decline in ITA’s is to allow the eligible citizens of New Zealand for the GSM. For this visa around 60,000 and 80,000 Kiwis are eligible. This is the reason the numbers for overseas applicants have been reduced.
- No doubt, it can be difficult to understand the reason on your own so you should hire the best migration consultant.
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Increased number of applicants with General Skilled Migration pathway
– With the new pathway for New Zealand, the number of people applying for Skilled migration in Australia has increased. The new visa was introduced along with the GSM program to increase the visa count.
– Applicants living overseas have got around 44,000 places with this visa program in Australia. But now only 10,000 New Sealndersa already residing and working in Australia will be the part of annual allocation due to which the visa numbers are reduced.
Find out more from consulting the Registered migration agent to apply for the visa application.
