The Department of Immigration have updated their RSMS policy to state that those who hold Certificate IV qualifications in Australia will now NOT be required to prove 2 years of experience as before. This is great news for all those cooks out there who hold a Certificate IV qualification. 

The amended policy states: 

If the applicant relies on an Australian qualification, that qualification must be as specified within the ANZSCO framework for that occupation. For example, if the nominated position were that of a cook (ANZSCO 351411), the applicant must:

 hold a relevant AQF Certificate IV or
 hold a relevant AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on the job training or
 have at least 3 years of relevant experience.

For more information or to check your eligibility contact Visa Makers on [email protected]

If you have been granted a 190 skilled visa for Western Australia I'm sure you are aware that the WA state makes you sign an agreement to commit work and live in WA for 2 years. However, what do you do if you cannot find work in WA. Are you able to relocate to another state to search for work there? Well, the first thing you must do is contact the Skilled Migration Western Australia and request a release or waiver from this 2 year commitment. They are based at Level 3, Forrest Place, Perth, 6000 and their phone number is 132398 or 08 9224 6593. You will then have to provide reasons to them on why you should be considered for a release from the 2 year commitment. Ensure you provide detailed information on your efforts to find work here. Please note though that the 2 year commitment is not a condition attached directly to the visa but imposed by the WA state government. If you have any questions related to this visa do not hesitate to get in touch.