Frequently Asked Questions

Migration Overseas has a 98% visa approval rate with over 5,000 families successfully settled abroad since 1998. Our experienced consultants ensure thorough documentation and proper case preparation, leading to high success rates across Canada, Australia, UK, and other countries.

Yes, Migration Overseas works with ICCRC-licensed (now CICC) Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants and MARA-registered agents for Australia. We've been Gujarat's trusted immigration partner since 1998, serving clients from Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Surat, and across India.

We offer a FREE initial eligibility assessment. Our consultation fees vary based on the visa type and complexity of your case. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden charges. Visit our Vadodara office or call +91-265-3504125 for detailed fee information.

Migration Overseas offers a FREE eligibility assessment. Visit our Vadodara office, call +91-265-3504125, or WhatsApp us. Our experts will evaluate your profile against various immigration programs and recommend the best pathway for your situation.

Yes, our Vadodara office is open Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 7 PM. We also offer virtual consultations for clients who cannot visit in person. Call +91-265-3504125 or WhatsApp us to book an appointment at your convenience.

Canada Express Entry typically takes 6-8 months from ITA to PR. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) may take 12-18 months. Timeline depends on your CRS score, documentation readiness, and program category. Our team helps optimize your profile for faster processing.

Express Entry is Canada's flagship immigration system for skilled workers. You create a profile, receive a CRS score based on age, education, work experience, and language skills, and enter a pool. Highest-scoring candidates receive Invitations to Apply (ITA) in regular draws. Our experts help maximize your CRS score and guide you through the entire process.

CRS cutoff scores vary with each Express Entry draw, typically ranging from 450-520 in 2025-26. Category-based draws (healthcare, STEM, trades, French) have lower cutoffs around 400-480. Our experts help maximize your CRS score and suggest alternative pathways like PNP if needed. Use our CRS Calculator to check your score.

Basic documents include: passport, educational credentials (ECA), IELTS/CELPIP scores, work experience letters, police clearance, and medical examination. Our team provides a detailed checklist customized to your profile and guides you through the entire documentation process.

Yes, you can! While age affects CRS points, there are pathways for applicants over 40. Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) can add 600 points to your CRS score. Our consultants evaluate your complete profile and recommend the best pathway regardless of age.

Australia's Skilled Migration program allows qualified workers to obtain permanent residency based on their skills, qualifications, and work experience. The main visa subclasses are:

• Subclass 189 - Skilled Independent (no sponsorship required)
• Subclass 190 - State/Territory Nominated
• Subclass 491 - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)

You need minimum 65 points on the points test covering age, English, education, and work experience. Use our Australia Points Calculator to check your eligibility.

The minimum points requirement is 65 points, but competitive scores are typically 80-90+ points depending on your occupation. Points are awarded for:

• Age: Up to 30 points (25-32 years optimal)
• English: Up to 20 points (Superior English = 20 points)
• Work Experience: Up to 20 points (overseas) + 20 points (Australian)
• Education: Up to 20 points (PhD level)
• State Nomination: 5 points (190) or 15 points (491)

Higher points increase your chances of receiving an invitation in SkillSelect rounds.

Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent): No sponsorship needed. You can live and work anywhere in Australia. Most competitive with highest point requirements.

Subclass 190 (State Nominated): Requires state/territory nomination (+5 points). Must commit to living in the nominating state for 2 years. Slightly lower point requirements.

Subclass 491 (Regional Provisional): 5-year provisional visa with pathway to PR (Subclass 191). Requires state nomination or family sponsorship (+15 points). Must live/work in regional Australia. Lowest point requirements, great for those needing extra points.

Skills Assessment is a mandatory requirement where a designated assessing authority evaluates your qualifications and work experience against Australian standards. Each occupation has a specific assessing body:

• Engineers Australia (EA) - Engineers
• ACS - IT professionals
• VETASSESS - General occupations
• CPA/CAANZ/IPA - Accountants
• ANMAC - Nurses
• TRA - Trades

Processing times vary from 4-16 weeks depending on the authority. Our team guides you through the entire assessment process.

Processing times vary by visa subclass and individual circumstances:

• Subclass 189: 6-12 months (after invitation)
• Subclass 190: 6-12 months (after invitation)
• Subclass 491: 6-9 months (after invitation)
• Subclass 186: 6-12 months

Note: Before applying, you need Skills Assessment (4-16 weeks), English test results, and potentially state nomination (4-12 weeks). Our experts help streamline the entire process.

Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme) is a permanent residency visa where an Australian employer sponsors you. It has three streams:

• Direct Entry Stream: For applicants with skills assessment and 3 years relevant experience. No prior Australian work required.
• Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) Stream: For 482 visa holders who worked 2+ years with their sponsoring employer.
• Labour Agreement Stream: For workers sponsored through a labour agreement.

Requirements include a positive skills assessment, Competent English (IELTS 6.0 each), and being under 45 years of age.

Subclass 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional) is a 5-year provisional visa for workers sponsored by employers in regional Australia. Key features:

• Must work in a regional area for 3 years
• Pathway to PR through Subclass 191 after 3 years
• Requires skills assessment and Competent English
• Occupation must be on relevant skilled occupation list
• Age limit: Under 45 years

This visa offers excellent opportunities in growing regional economies with lower competition than metro areas.

Getting employer sponsorship requires:

• Finding an eligible employer willing to sponsor (approved business sponsor)
• Your occupation must be on the relevant skilled occupation list
• Positive skills assessment from the relevant authority
• English proficiency (minimum Competent English - IELTS 6.0 each)
• Relevant work experience (usually 2-3 years)

Tips: Network on LinkedIn, apply through job portals (Seek, Indeed), attend industry events, or consider starting on a 482 visa and transitioning to PR. Our team can connect you with potential employers and guide the sponsorship process.

The Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa allows Australian employers to sponsor overseas workers when they cannot find suitable Australian workers. It has three streams:

• Short-term stream: Up to 2 years (4 years if international trade obligation applies). No PR pathway.
• Medium-term stream: Up to 4 years with PR pathway through Subclass 186 TRT stream after 2 years.
• Labour Agreement stream: Conditions vary based on agreement.

This visa is excellent for gaining Australian work experience and potentially transitioning to permanent residency.

Key requirements for Subclass 482:

• Sponsorship: An approved Australian employer must sponsor you
• Occupation: Must be on the Short-term (STSOL) or Medium-term (MLTSSL) occupation list
• Skills Assessment: Required for some occupations
• Work Experience: Minimum 2 years relevant full-time experience in the past 5 years
• English: IELTS 5.0 overall (minimum 4.5 each) for Short-term; IELTS 5.0 each for Medium-term
• Health & Character: Medical examination and police clearances

No age limit applies for the 482 visa, unlike PR visas.

Yes! The Medium-term stream of 482 visa provides a clear PR pathway:

• Work for your sponsoring employer for 2 years
• Apply for Subclass 186 TRT stream (Temporary Residence Transition)
• Must be under 45 years at time of 186 application
• Demonstrate Competent English (IELTS 6.0 each)

Note: Short-term stream 482 holders do NOT have a direct PR pathway but can explore other options like skilled migration if they meet points requirements.

Processing times for Subclass 482:

• Short-term stream: 25-50 days (75% of applications)
• Medium-term stream: 30-60 days (75% of applications)
• Labour Agreement stream: 2-4 months

Processing can be faster or slower depending on completeness of documentation, health checks, and security clearances. Our team ensures your application is complete and optimized for faster processing.

Australia maintains several Skilled Occupation Lists:

• MLTSSL (Medium Long-term): For 189, 190, 482 medium-term - includes IT, Engineering, Healthcare, Accounting
• STSOL (Short-term): For 482 short-term, 190 - includes Marketing, HR, Hospitality roles
• ROL (Regional): Additional occupations for regional visas (491, 494)

In-demand occupations include: Software Engineers, ICT Business Analysts, Registered Nurses, Civil Engineers, Accountants, Chefs, Mechanical Engineers, and Electricians. Check our Australia Occupation Lists page for the complete list.

Absolutely! We offer comprehensive study abroad services including university selection, admission guidance, SOP writing, visa application, and pre-departure briefing. We assist students going to Canada, Australia, UK, USA, Germany, Ireland, and other countries. Visit our Study Visa page for more details.

Yes! Our post-landing support includes resume optimization for the Canadian/Australian job market, LinkedIn profile enhancement, job search strategies, and interview preparation. We help our clients settle smoothly in their new country.

We provide immigration services for Canada, Australia, UK, USA, New Zealand, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Poland, Finland, UAE, Singapore, and many other countries. Each country has different pathways including skilled worker, student, and family visas. Visit our Destinations page for more information.

Yes! We offer comprehensive IELTS and PTE coaching with experienced trainers. Our coaching programs are designed to help you achieve the band scores required for your immigration goals. Contact us to learn about our coaching packages and schedules.