Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia By Simon Chen

Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia
By Simon Chen
2007 Edition

WARNING!
Even if You Are Only Just Thinking About Immigrating To Australia,
Don't Do Another Thing Until You Read This WebPage...

"Thinking about working in or immigrating permanently to Australia . . . and frustrated with trying to get answers from government sources? Don´t spend a single cent - or waste a minute more - on your visa application until you read this webpage . . . "


	Listen to a special message from the author Simon Chen

Wednesday, February 25th, 2004 SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
From: Simon Chen, Author "Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia"

Dear Friend,
Do you feel frustrated, confused . . . even overwhelmed when you think about all the questions you have about immigrating to Australia . . . and the monumental task you face trying to find answers?

Don´t worry. I did, too, when my wife and I immigrated to Australia in 2001.

I couldn´t believe it when I heard that the Immigration Department might want to see romantic letters or emails that I wrote to my wife when we were dating. Or that they could ask to see wedding photos . . . review our joint financial statements . . . or even demand statutory declarations from family members vouching for our genuine love for each other

And I´m a native of Australia!

So if a citizen, born and bred Down Under, can be confused by the immigration rules . . . I can just imagine how daunting the migration process must seem to you right now. That's why I'm writing.

Now there´s a way for you to get the answers you need . . . quickly, easily and without spending a fortune on international phone calls and high-price immigration lawyers.

The Definitive Guide to Immigrating to Australia

My wife and I finally made it through the lengthy, nerve-wracking hassle of immigrating to Australia . . . largely because we were fortunate enough to find one of the top five immigration lawyers in Australia, David Stratton. (David is listed in the Who´s Who Legal Index, a London-based independent organization that ranks the legal profession globally . . . and he boasts a 96% success rate with visa applications. In other words, he´s someone you want on your side during a tough application process.)
I was so thankful for making it through the ordeal that I vowed to do what I could to help others who wanted to migrate to this beautiful country.

So I approached David with a proposition: that we create an e-book that delivers answers to the most frequently asked questions about migration to Australia . . . and that provides a clear, concise explanation of everything you need to know about immigrating here.!

And that´s exactly what we did.


	Listen to a special message from co-author David Stratton

Why One of Australia's Top-Rated Immigration Lawyers Helped Write This E-Book

Click the play button to hear David Stratton, the immigration expert contributor and legal advisor for Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia, share why he signed on for this project . . . and how this 106-page, information-packed e-book will help you.

David´s one of Australia´s Leading Immigration Lawyers as ranked by Who´s Who Legal. His Registration Number is 58007

Save Time and Money on Your Immigration Research

Whether you want to work and travel throughout Australia on your holiday . . . or you want to live here part time once you retire . . . or you want to start an Australia-based business . . . or you´re ready to move here permanently and become a citizen, Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia will help.

You won´t have to waste any more of your precious time scouring the Internet in a futile search for information.

You won´t have to wrack your brain trying to translate the bureaucratic and legal jargon on official government web sites.

You won´t have to throw your money away on expensive international calls trying to track down a live human being to answer your questions.

Instead, you´ll get 106 pages of concise explanations written in easy-to-understand English . . . and more than 300 links to all of the different web sites that contain the more detailed information you may need to complete your visa application.

Get Your Application Right . . . the First Time

More importantly, Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia delivers the answers and guidance you need to submit your visa application properly . . . on the very first try.
Here´s why doing it right the first time is so critical.

The Australian government receives more than 1 million visa applications each year . . . and only about 110,000 visas will be issued this year. That means only 10% of applications will be approved.

If you want your visa application to fall on the "approved" list . . . you need to make sure everything is filled out completely and correctly. If it´s not, your application will get rejected . . . and you´ll have to start the application process all over at square one.

Which of the 100+ Types of Visas Do YOU Need?

You´ll also get some insight into which types of visas you´re eligible for. The Australia government offers more than 100 different visas . . . and it´s up to you to know which type you need.
Apply for the wrong type and . . . you guessed it . . . you have to start over from the very beginning of the application process.

Your Top Immigration Questions Answered

Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia answers frequently asked questions like:

Do I need a job before I immigrate?
What do I need to know about the Australia job market?
What are the most in-demand jobs?
How much money do I need?
What if I have hepatitis or another serious medical condition?
Can I bring my pets?
What is the Points System . . . and how does it work?
And much, much more . . . here, take a look at the 67 most important answers you'll find in this ebook.

The 67 Most Important Answers You´ll Find in This Valuable E-Book

The 10 most important things you should know about immigrating to Australia before you file a visa application (See Page 8)
How to tell if the Migration Agent or Immigration Lawyer you want to use is legitimate and up to the challenge of handling your application (See Page 8)
The truth about how important your language skills are (hint: the answer may surprise you) (See Page 9)
An up-to-date list of all of the charges and fees you can expect to pay to apply for and secure a visa (See Page 10)
Can a conviction make you ineligible to work and live in Australia? One immigration expert weighs in (See Page 10)
An honest look at the Australia job market . . . and your prospects of finding work in your industry (See Page 11)
Do you need a job before you immigrate? It depends . . . and here´s how to tell what applies in your situation (See Page 12)
How the type of work you do can improve your chances of securing a visa (See Page 12)
The types of workers that Australia wants to attract - do you fit the bill? (See Page 13)
What type of unemployment benefits you would be qualified to receive . . . and how to qualify for pensions (See Page 14)
Three types of family assistance payments that can help with the cost of raising your children . . . and how much you´re qualified to receive (See Page 15)
How your visa application could be affected if you have a medical condition like Hepatitis B, HIV/AIDS or Tuberculosis (See Page 16)
Whether or not you must give up citizenship in your native country (See Page 18)
How much money you´ll need to cover your moving, travel and cost-of-living expenses . . . and how much it will take to maintain the quality of lifestyle you´re used to (See Page 20)
The best way to determine the entire cost of processing your application (See Page 20)
How much you should expect to spend if you hire an immigration lawyer or migration agent to help with your visa application (See Page 20)
A clear explanation of how the Australian Government prioritizes visa applications . . . and who gets priority treatment (See Page 21)
A quick look at the basic types of taxes you will pay . . . and where to find complete information about Australia´s tax system (See Page 24)
How your business skills and savvy could boost your chances of getting a visa (See Page 24)
An easy-to-understand explanation of the points system . . . and how many points you must earn to be eligible for a visa (See Page 25)
The 10 types of points you can earn (See Page 26)
Why the United Nations named Australia as the #4 country in the world in which to live (See Page 32)
The pleasant surprise Australia has in store for you if you dislike cold winters (See Page 32)
A brief look at Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane . . . the five cities that made it onto the Economist Intelligence Unit´s 2002 list of top ten cities in the world in which to live (See Page 34)
A handy and entertaining introduction to Aussie Speak (See Page 38)
The hands-down, #1 most important thing you should do when applying to immigrate to Australia (See Page 41)
The two types of immigration programs that Australia offers . . . and which one you fit into (See Page 41)
Want to expand your current business or even start a new business in Australia? Here´s the two-step process your business visa application will take (See Page 43)
The seven criteria you must meet (at a minimum) to get a business-related visa . . . and how these criteria change based on the specific type of visa you want (See Page 43)
The four categories of employer-sponsored visa . . . and which ones you may be eligible to receive (See Page 46)
Are you of "acceptable character" - here are nine situations in which the Australian government says "NO!" (See Page 51)
Who needs to have a sponsor . . . and the responsibilities that person must agree to in writing (See Page 52)
Which forms of marriage the Australian government says are NOT acceptable, automatically disqualifying you for a spouse visa (See Page 53)
What you need to do to if you have a common law marriage or are in a long-term committed relationship (See Page 53)
Three ways you can bypass the mandatory two-year wait before you apply for a permanent spouse visa (See Page 53)
Five pieces of information you can use to help prove that you are in a genuine relationship with your spouse (See Page 54)
What happens if you and your partner break up before you are granted permanent resident status (See Page 54)
The three-stage visa process you must go through if you are planning to marry an Australian citizen, a qualified New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident (See Page 55)
The four types of visas for children . . . and which you should apply for (See Page 56)
How old you must be for your child to sponsor you for a parent visa (See Page 58)
How many years you can expect to wait before you receive your parent visa . . . and why this process takes so long (See Page 59)
The type of visa you could apply for if a relative living in Australia needs your daily assistance and help . . . or if he or she is supporting you financially (See Page 60)
The special type of visa that lets retirees stay in Australia for an extended period without becoming permanent residents or citizens (See Page 62)
Discover the type of visa you need to work in Australia over your holiday . . . and whether you´re eligible (Hint: only citizens of 14 approved countries can get this visa) (See Page 64)
Where to find the current forms you need to complete for your visa application (See Page 66)
A closer look at the hundreds (or thousands) of dollars you can expect to pay for your visa (See Page 70)
The six types of rights you´ll have when you become a permanent Australian resident (See Page 77)
The one thing you MUST possess if you leave the country (even for a single day) as a permanent resident (See Page 78)
Tips for landing a job before you move to Australia . . . and where to look for work (See Page 79)
The five types of visas that are likely to spark an interview with immigration officials . . . and how to prepare for your meeting (See Page 80)
What to wear and say during your immigration interview (yes, it really can matter!) (See Page 81)
The only health problem that will immediately disqualify you from receiving a visa (See Page 84)
The five things you should bring to your medical exam (See Page 85)
What you can do if your visa application is denied (See Page 86)
A handy tip for saving lots of money on your airfare to Australia (See Page 87)
Five types of documents you should carry with you when traveling to Australia (See Page 88)
Which types of products you can bring with you into the country . . . and which are best left behind (See Page 89)
The five types of things you absolutely cannot bring with you into the country (See Page 90)
What you need to do to bring a family pet into Australia (See Page 91)
A step-by-step look at what will happen from the minute you get off your flight until you´re clear to go to your new home (See Page 92)
The very first thing you need to do when you get to Australia (See Page 93)
Who to contact to register for financial assistance (See Page 95)
Where to go for help finding an apartment or house (See Page 97)
The step-by-step process to become an Australian citizen (See Page 100)
The seven conditions you must meet to become an Australian citizen . . . and the five biggest benefits you´ll enjoy (See Page 100)
The four things you must submit with your application to become an Australian citizen (See Page 102)
Which web sites to visit and phone numbers to call to get more immigration help from the Australian government (See Page 105)

Three More Resources to Simplify the Immigration Application Process

When you upgrade today to the Deluxe Version of Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia, you´ll get three more helpful resources.

Resource #1 - a FREE Three-Month Trial Membership to the Immigrate Down Under E-board . . . a private online discussion forum where you can chat online with other people who are hoping to immigrate to Australia. You can also post threads, join online chat groups and receive expert advice from some of the most knowledgeable immigration lawyers in Australia. (A $9 Value)

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We´ll compare the content of Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia with the Immigration Act every 90 days and make changes as they occur. You´ll then receive an email notifying you about these changes . . . in virtually real time and at no additional cost. (A $24 Value)

Resource #3 - One 45-Minute Telephone Consultation with a Top Australian Immigration Lawyer. Use this time to review any questions you have that are specific to your application . . . and get feedback about any potential problems with your application BEFORE you file it. We´ll even pay for the call! (A $300 Value)

Everything You Need to Know
. . . for Less Than You´d Pay for 1 Hour With an Immigration Laywer

The information you receive in Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia is almost priceless. After all . . . it will shave ten, twenty, maybe even more hours off your research time.
It boosts your chances of completing your application correctly the first time . . . saving you even more time, not to mention costly application fees.

And it saves you hundreds - even thousands - of dollars when you consider that most immigration lawyers would charge you at least $100 per hour to give you this information.

As a comparison . . . it took more than 80 hours for us to research, compile, review and edit this information. At David´s fee of $300 per hour, that´s a $24,000 value.

But you´re obviously not going to pay $24,000 for an e-book.

You won´t pay $1,000 . . . $500 . . . or even $300. This is ebook is available for only $49.95 because I wanted to make sure that if you´re serious about immigrating to Australia, you can afford to get this informative resource.

Why Other People Recommend This E-Book

I started receiving rave reviews for Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia within days of publishing it. Here are a few of the comments we´ve received so far.

The immigration e-book is, in a word, "brilliant". This book covers everything - it truly has it all. We have been searching the web for months - going to numerous sites and news groups and so on, looking for information to help us - quite often not straightforward stuff. If we had had this e-book initially it would have saved us hours of surfing the net for the various things we wanted to know. Extremely well written, in terms anyone can understand (unlike some of the sites we went to). The hyperlinks are worth their weight in gold. Thank you so much for creating an "all-in-one" e-book for potential immigrants.

Jan and Glenn Cliver, Auckland New Zealand

"My wife is an Australian Permanent Resident and I am a US citizen. We have just been through the immigration process to Australia and if we had this e-book BEFORE we started our application, it would have made our lives and the application process that much easier. It would have saved us literally weeks of searching and made our dealing with the immigration department in Washington that much smoother. I strongly recommend it to anyone who is serious about migrating down under."

Colin Cruikshank, NJ, USA

Can You Afford to Risk THESE Consequences?

You might be tempted to click away from this page . . . choosing to continue researching and preparing your immigration application on your own.
Don´t do it!

If you navigate the immigration waters alone, your chances of running into unforeseen problems skyrockets. All too often, immigrants who think they´re complying with the rules and regulations of Australia´s Immigration Department find out that they´re not. And the consequences are not pretty.

For example . . . check out this real-life horror story:

Nancy´s only son lived in Australia, so she applied for a retirement visa that would permit her to live in Australia for extended periods of time. While waiting for the visa to be processed, she applied for a short-term visitor visa so she could visit her son and his family for Christmas.

Five months into her visit, Nancy´s son asked if she would like to extend her trip. She accepted the invitation and promptly contacted Australia´s Immigration Department to renew the visa, which was good for only six months.

Or so she thought.

As it turns out, the short-term visitor visa is good for only a three-month visit . . . which meant Nancy was in the country unlawfully and had no right to apply for any visa.

Worse yet, because she was unlawful, Nancy was banned from re-entering Australia for three full years. Which meant that her retirement visa application could not be approved unless she could persuade the Immigration Department to waive the re-entry ban.

As soon as John´s divorce was finalized, he treated himself to a trip to Australia . . . where he met and fell in love with Abigail, an Australian citizen. After their marriage, John applied for a spouse visa.

After a slow and lengthy processing period, The Australian Immigration Department rejected the visa on the grounds that the marriage was not genuine. The appeal process was long and costly, but John eventually convinced the department to reconsider his application.

That´s when his previous life came back to haunt him.

As part of the application process, the Immigration Department required that John´s children undergo a medical evaluation. Although they had no intention of immigrating with their father, the department considered John´s children part of his family unit, which meant that they had to undergo the same checks as he did.

Unfortunately, John had lost touch with his ex-wife and his kids. He was unable to arrange for the medical examinations that the Immigration Department required . . . and his application was again rejected.

Steven was appointed to be the managing director of a large Australian company. Steven, his wife, and their two daughters - aged 19 and 21 - were granted permanent resident status.
Because Steven was paying the living expenses of his children while they were attending University, he was able to convince the Australian Immigration Department that they were dependent upon him and, therefore, members of the family unit for migration purposes.

Not long after the family arrived in Australia, the daughters´ boyfriends arrived and applied for spouse visas based on their relationships with the young women. Included in the evidence they gave to the Immigration Department to support their application was documentation that they had been living with the daughters.

This contradicted Steven´s claim that he was financially supporting his daughters. The Immigration Department´s Compliance Section launched an investigation into whether the visas of Steven´s family should be cancelled on the basis that they were obtained on fraudulent grounds.

The Easiest Way to Find the Information You Need
About Immigrating to Australia

If you don´t want to run the risk of having your hard-earned visa revoked . . . or your application disqualified . . . or even just spending more time and money on the application process than you absolutely need to, your decision is clear.

It´s time to order Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia.
Nowhere else will you find such a comprehensive and easy-to-use guide to Australian Immigration Laws and visa application procedures.

So if you´re ready to find out what´s really required to immigrate Down Under . . . and to put your visa application on the fast track to approval, order now. Good luck with your journey.

Sincerely,

Simon Chen
Author, Everything You Need to Know About Immigrating to Australia.