Processing Times for Vetassess Trades

The processing time for Vetassess skills assessments continues to grow. If you’re lodging a trade skills assessment, you should allow for extra processing time.

You cannot apply for a skilled visa without first obtaining a positive skills assessment.

Vetassess executive director Rob Thomason provides an explanation.

“We are currently dealing with an unprecedented number of trade applications, which has extended our processing times. 

We understand this is causing frustration for you and your clients and want you to know that we are cognisant of the issue and are working to reduce our assessment times.

As you are aware, we are the only Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)-approved registered training organisation for occupations such as Diesel Motor Mechanic (321212), Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic (342111), Toolmaker (323412) and Hairdressing (391111), and only one of two providers of assessment services for Motor Mechanic (General) (321211) and Automotive Electrician (321111).

An increase in demand for these occupations along with a shortage of qualified assessors in Australia, particularly for motor mechanics and engineering trades, has resulted in extended processing times.

We continue to recruit qualified assessors to deal with this increase and have resumed face-to-face assessments in the Philippines and elsewhere. We will hold practical assessments in South Africa from 28 – 31 March and hope to advise of other dates and venues soon.

It is important to note that all applications we receive are processed based on the lodgement date, i.e., the date in which we received payment approval from TRA.

We would like to apologise to you and your clients for the delays and assure you we are working hard to process skills assessments as quickly as possible.”

At Visa Go Australia we can assist with your skills assessment and visa application. We prepare you for each step of the visa process.

Learn more about your skilled visa options

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Skills Assessment for Motor Mechanics

To emigrate to Australia as a motor mechanic, you must first have your skills assessed. All skilled visa applicants must have their skills assessed to ensure they match Australian standards. Motor mechanics migrating to Australia complete their skills assessment through VETASSESS.

The assessment consists of two parts: a document review and a technical interview. For in-depth detail visit our dedicated webpage. Moreover, you can download the VETASSESS Factsheet and learn more about the job description on ANZSCO.

EOI for Motor Mechanics

Following a positive skills assessment, applicants need to lodge an EOI (Expression of Interest). This is an online form which registers your interest in migrating to Australia.

In an EOI, applicants select which visa subclass and state they wish to apply to. The visa category you apply under will be determined by you points score and available sponsoring states.

The more points the better, which is why we recommend completing an English Language test to increase your overall points. You can calculate your points score using our free assessment.

Some states require an ROI (Registration of Interest), which is separate from the EOI. Submitting an EOI and ROI does not guarantee an invitation to apply for a skilled visa. Seeking advice from an experienced Migration Agent can increase your chances of a successful application. We offer visa consultations for just £60.

State Sponsorship for Motor Mechanics

Motor mechanic is on the MLTSSL. This means applicants can apply independently (subclass 189) or via state sponsorship (subclasses 190 and 491). Some applicants may also be eligible for family sponsorship under subclass 491.

In our experience, most applicants will require state or family sponsorship to obtain enough points. Subclasses 189 and 190 are permanent residency visas, whereas the 491 is a temporary visa with a pathway to permanent residency. You can learn more on our dedicated skilled visa page, or by completing our free online visa assessment.

Each state will have their own set of requirements, so it’s important to check these before applying. At the time of writing this article, offshore motor mechanics may be eligible to apply to New South Wales and South Australia. You can check State Government websites for full details or book a consultation with our Migration Agent.

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