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From Ford Geno on How to enter the Pacific Engagement Visa ballot
Hello, I'm from PNG, I applied for the Palm seasonal work scheme two months ago,I'm still waiting for my call, currently this month, I registered for the PEV,,,do you think I have a chance for the PEV,,,or is it gonna affect my palm application,,, please reply, thank you.
From Roland Funmat on PEV quotas: winners and losers
Hi Stephen, if you miss out on the eight months to secure a job, will they extend the due date of your application in 2025?
From Stephen Howes on PEV quotas: winners and losers
Hi Natasha, I agree PNG Access Category would be a great idea. However, for it to get off the ground, PNG would first have to show strong demand for the 1,350 PEV visas it has been allocated. Given the difficulty of getting a passport in PNG and the fact that a passport is required to enter the ballot I am very worried on this front. Regards, Stephen
From Stephen Howes on PEV quotas: winners and losers
The ballot itself only costs $25 to enter. Those who want to migrate will have to fund their air fares, but the cost of that will depend on so many factors, e.g. whether they are migrating by themselves or with their family, that it is hard to give an estimate. If the applicant with the job offer can't afford to bring their family, they can migrate on their own and then bring out their family once they have saved the air fare.
From Stephen Howes on PEV quotas: winners and losers
These checks (language, character and health) will only apply to those who are successful in the ballot. They are not required to enter the ballot. I don't think they will be too hard to meet. I understand that details will be released shortly.
From Afike KEVIN on What it takes to change a prime minister in PNG
Thank you so much for sharing this very valuable information here. It's really helpful for some of us to fully understand the content relating to the appointment of prime minister in our political system. Really appreciate it!!
From Afike KEVIN on Like-minded peers embrace education and leadership
Very well articulated and it's so inspiring. Keep flying high!! We're really proud of your achievements.
From Edward Suinao on PEV quotas: winners and losers
PEV favours (advantages) those already in Australia under existing temporary visa arrangements. Not so much favouring those living outside of Australia. Also, one of the criteria is that you must have a job offer in Australia before you're eligible. So the PEV is an opportunity but a restricted one, it's more like a protectionist policy. Given that most Australian jobs are available for those with some sort of pre-existing legal status or work in right in Australia. For a Solomon Islander to participate you will need at least SBD$3000 at the current exchange rate. https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/subclass-pacific-engagement-visa-192
From Christine Yuimb on Like-minded peers embrace education and leadership
Wow! I'm impressed by this, Ana Steve. Best wishes in your final lap.
From Michael KALANG on Like-minded peers embrace education and leadership
Really impressive and inspiring experience for you both. The life challenges that you have been facing are real and it's happening, but you overcome it. You both are champions, all the best in your future endeavors.
From Steven Yak on Like-minded peers embrace education and leadership
Very inspiring, brothers keep soaring higher, sky is the limit.
From Emmanuel Nori on Like-minded peers embrace education and leadership
Two of my bests, it really amazes me when reading your blog and the full detail of what you've been through and despite the challenges you both managed to be the successors maintaining to be the top students from secondary level of education to the Economic Department under School of Business and Public Policy.
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