MIGRATE TO AUSTRALIA AS A CARPENTER AND JOINER AND JOINER (ANZSCO: 331211)
Australia has a critical shortage of Carpenter and Joiners and Joiners
If you are a qualified Carpenter and Joiner and Joiner aged under 45 then you are eligible to migrate to Australia provided you can score 65 points and have a positive Skills Assessment
How to Migrate to Australia as a Carpenter and Joiner and Joiner
Be aged under 45
Score 65 Australian Immigration Points
Have a Positive Skills Assessment from Vetasses
Lodge an Expression of Interest
Receive an Invitation to Apply
Pay the Visa Fees
Pass Health and Character Checks
Criteria for Carpenter and Joiners to Migrate to Australia
You need to meet the following criteria:
Score 65 Points
Carpenter and Joiners migrating to Australia need to score at least 65 Immigration points. Points are awarded for age, experience, qualifications, education, English language skills and time spent in Australia. Take this Free Visa Points Calculator for your score.
Skills Assessment
Carpenter and Joiners are required to complete a Skills Assessment through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)
English Language
Good English skills are vital for work, so you may need to take a test like IELTS UK and USA Passport holders are exempt
Health and Character
You’ll need to pass health and character checks.
Carpenter and Joiner Skills Assessment
Carpenter and Joiners and Joiners migrating to Australia are required to complete a Carpentry and Joinery Skills Assessment through Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)
Migration Consultant is proud to work with two TRA Approved Registered Training Organisations (RTO’s), VETASSESS and Australian Construction Training Services (ACTS), who facilitate the technical interviews
After successfully completing the Carpentry and Joinery skills assessment you will receive your Australian Certificate 111 in Carpentry and Joinery, which will enable you to continue with your application for a Skilled visa.
Migration Consultant work with you to achieve a positive skills assessment and visa application. A professional case processor will assist you at every stage of the application, ensuring you are fully informed and supported throughout the process.
We also provide a SKILLS ASSESSMENT ONLY package.
The process is broken up into two stages
STAGE 1
Documentary Assessment for Carpenter and Joiner – Fee $1,280.00
Migration Consultant will work with you to prepare the necessary documentation for lodgement with the RTO, who will review your training and employment evidence to ensure that you have either:
5 years employment experience as a Carpenter and Joiner with no formal training OR
3 years employment experience as a Carpenter and Joiner with relevant formal training
You will need to provide your qualification certificates as proof of formal training, and your employment evidence must include at least 12 months in the last 3 years Evidence may include documents such as wage slips, bank statements, employment references and tax returns Your Migration Consultant Case Processor will advise you about what exactly is required and prepare these in readiness for assessment
STAGE 2
Technical Skype Interview for Carpenter and Joiner – Fee $2,000.00
This involves a technical interview with a VETASSESS or ACTS Assessor via Skype The technical interview takes approximately 2 hours, with the Assessor asking you a range of questions about the skills and knowledge necessary to work in your trade in Australia These questions are based on the units listed on the trade Fact Sheet, which Migration Consultant provides you with.
The technical interview will take place in either Edinburgh, London, Manchester or in your home during COVID-19, and following a successful assessment the RTO will issue you with:
Skills Assessment Outcome letter, AQF Level 111 in Carpentry and Joinery
Migration Consultant SKILLS ASSESSMENT ONLY service – £800.00
The skills assessment is an integral and expensive stage of the visa application process, and for those who are not confident, Migration Consultant offers a SKILLS ASSESSMENT ONLY service to ensure you get it right the first time
Frequently Asked Questions
COMMON MIGRATION QUESTIONS
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What are the eligibility requirements for immigrating to Australia as a Carpenter and Joiner?
Eligibility requirements include being aged under 45, scoring 65 points on the Australian Immigration Points Score, having the required skills, qualifications, and meeting health and character checks
Which skilled migration visas are suitable for Carpenter and Joiners in Australia?
The Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) is a popular choice for Carpenter and Joiners who want to immigrate to Australia independently without the need for sponsorship by an Australian employer
The Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) is another attractive option for Carpenter and Joiners seeking to immigrate to Australia Unlike the subclass 189 visa the subclass 190 requires Carpenter and Joiners to be nominated by an Australian state or territory government
How do I get my Carpenter and Joiner skills assessed for Australian immigration purposes?
The Australian assessing authority for Carpenter and Joiners is Vetassess They are responsible for evaluating your qualifications, experience and skills to ensure they meet Australian standards For Carpenter and Joiners, the assessment includes a review of your practical experience and any relevant certifications you hold