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Reference pls:
This priority processing Direction supersedes all previous Directions
and applies to all unfinalised GSM applications with the exception of
the subclass 476, 883 and 887 visas identified above. This Direction
applies irrespective of whether the application is newly lodged, has
been assessed and is in the final stages of processing, or is nominated
by a State or Territory government or family sponsor.
Applicants with a nominated occupation not on the CSL who have applied
for an offshore GSM visa, are unlikely to have their visa finalised
before the end of 2012.
Applicants with a nominated occupation not on the CSL who have applied
for an onshore GSM visa, are unlikely to have their visa finalised
before the end of 2011.
If you have already undergone your health and character checks, these
should be forwarded to the Department. However, please note that
processing will not proceed until further notice.
If you have undertaken your medical examination at Health Services
Australia (HSA) and have received your results in a sealed envelope,
please do not send the results to DIAC. We ask that you do not open this
envelope but store this in a secure place until instructed otherwise.
If you have not yet initiated health and character checks you should not
proceed until a request is made by the Department.
To be granted a visa this program year, applicants will need to meet
visa requirements and be sponsored by an employer or have a nominated
occupation listed on the CSL.
If you wish to have your application processed as a priority, you may
wish to consider seeking an Australian employer to formally sponsor you. |
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