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chi
Joined: 16 Apr 2005
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thanks rita!
that's scary! so wait ko n lng ITA... sana may inaantay ako  |
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MissMe
Joined: 01 Apr 2005
Posts: 52
Location: Auckland, New Zealand
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| Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2005 9:17 am Post subject: |
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TO ANSWER SOME QUERIES....
Missme, you mentioned that BKK office is loaded but if one would take a look at the pie chart in the Fact sheet report of NZIS you would observe a constant high percentage of selected EOIs at Grt Brit alone(triple ng sa Phils.) include mo pa Germany and other EU countries lodging their applications at London...and yet processing of papers here is much faster ...could it be that they have more staff at London office ?..
In terms of size, ang London office maraming staff. The system as expected in Euro is really splendid. In fact, if you file for a working visa, you can even wait that day, if not, you are given 5-7 days.
My EOI verification is in London, and even before they issued by ITA, I was already in contact with my Case Officer. Pero, sa dami din nga ng taong for PR there, marami din ang nag re-reklamo. I think I saw one Filipina who is in Germany, who was complaining, Maria ata ang pangalan.
Since from Germany, lumipat ako (I was on a holiday-business trip to get clients in Europe) to NZ, I asked them to transfer my ITA to Henderson Branch (NZ), Ganoon din. MAbilis at efficient.
Ito lang ang advise ko, lets not compare kung mabilis o mabagal ang issuance ng ITA o verification kase iba-iba. Like yung client ko nga pong nag lodge ng EOI Jan 15, napili Jan 19 o 21 (pasensya na di ko alam exact date, tamad ng humalukay ng files...shehehe) ang tagal ng verification niya. then she has 150pts, the case officer called me that according to her 90points lang siya, so sabi ko how could it be?
So ayun, i sent letter super explain, we got the points we wanted. Mukhang bago ang indyan pana na yun, so ang ending ang tagal ng verification, pero ngayon, nang maging decision successful bumilis naman, kasi april 6 approved, ITA nandito na april 12, letter dated april 7. NGayon, hintay na lang ng decision.
I have dealt with NZIS branches Manila, Wellington, Auckland, Henderson, Berlin, London, Pteroria, Bangkok.......ang pinaka-mabagal po, in fairness, Bangkok.
Sa Pinas naman I hate the way Visa Officer treats those who are getting their Visa. Although luckily, I havent experienced na bastusin ng VO, I have people who have (complained) told me how they treat clients, nakakainis po talaga.
LETS ALL BE PATIENT. AT ULI, HILA PATAAS AT DI PABABA.
lets be happy dun sa mauuna dito para may ka-bbque na ako, hehehe.
si Flor (backpack forum member din) nga pala KAKASAL NA SA 30TH--- FLOR, SHY KA KASE EH NA I-ANNOUNCE. I will be in her wedding. Then, we will host her friends from Philippines (mga 7 Pinoys) sa aming munting bahay.
CONGRATULATIONS TO FLOR & DAVID!
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Major Dude
Joined: 01 Apr 2005
Posts: 16
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| Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2005 10:35 am Post subject: |
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| Missme, salamat for sharing informations like that .... maitanong ko lamang, may pagkakaiba ba ang Case officer sa Visa Officer?... also, maaari ba na ang isang applicant magmula dito sa Pilipinas ay magfile ng kanyang application addressed sa Henderson office?.... |
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Deacon Blues
Joined: 26 Apr 2005
Posts: 11
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| Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2005 5:45 pm Post subject: |
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Went over Ka Uro’s blog (http://a-pinoy-in-nz.blogspot.com) and I can't help but shed a tear on the tale his odyssey to New Zealand. Not only does it show us the challenges of migration, but is also a candid rendering of their trials and tribulations as an individual and as a family in a strange land. It’s not only very informative reference for prospective migrants, but is one bad piece of blog literature. Ka Uro, you have a gift, please keep it up. For all its worth, I really enjoy your chronicles and you must keep this up! I am making a mental note that if I do get to New Zealand, I’ll have to buy you a drink! Another is recommended site is is Kiwipinay’s blog (http://pondahan.pansitan.net). It’s so honest that it’s almost surreal. Get well soon and do keep it coming! I’ll buy you a drink as well!!
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Ka Uro
Joined: 02 Apr 2005
Posts: 40
Location: auckland, nz
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| Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2005 6:06 pm Post subject: |
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Deacon Blues, i look forward to that drink. in fact i look forward to meeting everyone in this forum someday. cheers to all. mabuhay ang pinoy.
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allan
Joined: 16 Apr 2005
Posts: 75
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| Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2005 7:15 pm Post subject: |
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Hi Again !
My EOI was selected 08 Dec.04, I received my ITA 23 Dec.04, filed my application at Bangkok 29 March 05, got my passport back 07 April 05, I received the first correspondence from my VO-Beijing Br. last 18 April asking additional documents.
I lived and worked lawfully in Australia under Temporary Resident for about 2 years although I am a Business Economics Graduate my work
experience in Regional South Australia is in the field of Sheetmetal manufacturing after undergoing three months training in the company that hired me . Prior to my stay in Australia I worked for about ten years in a Bank.
I have a few queries I hope somebody out there would reply. Thanks in advance.
do I need to undergo such interview or all PR applicants really have to go under such ?
Do you need a visa to travel to Bangkok in case for an interview ?
altogether, how much budget do I need going to bangkok in case I will be undergoing an interview ? (the minimum days needed to stay for the interview, I dont want to stay longer and not interested in touring activities either)
to JPE,
Thanks for your pm.
to MissMe,
I sent your office an e-mail but until now haven't got any reply.
to Snooze,
Thanks for the reply I hope to read more of your messages at this forum.
Goodluck to all of us !!! |
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mel
Joined: 15 Apr 2005
Posts: 28
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| Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2005 8:31 pm Post subject: |
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Actually it's good para sa atin na pangalawa na ang Pinas sa binibigyan ng ITA. I think noon, it was China and India ang pinakamarami. Kaso NZIS changed the rules to exclude work experience in countries that they deem as not "comparable labour markets". So na-exclude ang marami including India and China. In a way, reaction ito sa mga nangyayari na PhD migrants na nag-da-drive ng taxi pagdating dito sa NZ. Good for us they considered the Philippines as comparable labour market sa NZ so that's why most of us meet the 100 point mark.
Anyway, reason why pinakamaraming Brits or pommies (kung tawagin sila dito) could be na marami sa kanila andito na sa NZ. Kasi free naman sila to come here and even work here (to some extent). So pagtinotal mo yung galing sa overseas plus iyong fi-nile dito, I won't be surprised kung pinakamarami nga sila. |
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Deacon Blues
Joined: 26 Apr 2005
Posts: 11
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| Posted: Tue Apr 26, 2005 9:29 pm Post subject: |
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Allan, my answers to your question...
| Quote: | | do I need to undergo such interview or all PR applicants really have to go under such ? |
I think you really have to go through the interview process
| Quote: | | Do you need a visa to travel to Bangkok in case for an interview ? |
No, you will be given a 30-day ASEAN visa upon entry...
| Quote: | | altogether, how much budget do I need going to bangkok in case I will be undergoing an interview ? (the minimum days needed to stay for the interview, I dont want to stay longer and not interested in touring activities either) |
Get a package with local travel agents, mga $200-400 depending on the demand. They come with the works (e.g. airport transfers, breakfast, etc.). Kailangan mo lang ay yung for your meals, averaging Bht 30 - 60, more if you are picky. Kung may bisyo ka, mas mahal (he..he..he.. after all, Bangkok is the pleasure capital of Asia! A cornucopia for the senses! But that is for a different thread!!!). To play it safe, arrive there at least the night before your interview and leave the day after (baka kasi sa hapon ang schedule mo). Pero anodoon ka na eh... See the sights and do the deeds! Ingat lang...
BTW, you ought to at least try their food... Phad Thai (fried noodles), Tom Yom Ghoong (tom yum soup), Cekrong Moo Long Song (pork ribs in peanut sauce), Som Tam (spicy shredded mango salad), Yam Pla Duk Foo (deep fried shredded catfish salad), etc. and for dessert, get a Khao Neeo Mamuang (sweet sticky rice with mango). Remember, if you can't take spicy food, just say "pet noi, kin phet mai dai" (not spicy, I can't take spicy food). But hey, you only get to live once, so try the nuclear-strength spicy food! Aw... man... I'm getting really hungry!
Hope this is useful... Lan goon, laew phob gan mai (good bye, hope to see you soon) 
Deacon Blues
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megarep008
Joined: 27 Apr 2005
Posts: 7
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Good Day!!
I been reading this forum for the past 3 Months. and I found this Forum very interesting & helpful to all Filipinos who want to know more about the country and How Migraton to NZ. I am a IT Professional for the Past 3 yrs and 11 months. I am also a Computer Science Grad. with Cisco Certification (CCNA). I decided to migrate to new zealand with my wife. Can anybody help/assist me what are the documents needed in our migartion, i am the Principal Applicant 'coz my wife lacks two more semesters before she can graduate.. she is also in computer science course.
I also want to ask about the amount of money needed in migrating to NZ without Any Agents. Can anybody help me so i can gather the need amount ....Pls. send me the breakdown(eg. PAR, EOI,NZQA until to Amount of the air fare from Phil. to NZ) and How Much Pocket Money do i need to bring in NZ?
[url]megarep008@yahoo.com[/url]
Thank you very much!!
GOD BLESS!! |
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banjan
Joined: 12 Apr 2005
Posts: 17
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| Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2005 4:28 pm Post subject: ... |
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passed first step, just found my eoi got selected. sana pumasa ako sa mga susunod na steps. huwag naman sana bumagsak later on sa eoi verification, sa ita, sa medical and other future steps.
salamat sa inyong lahat. patuloy na humihingi ng tulong sa inyong lahat and hoping to help in return also. |
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cil
Joined: 16 Apr 2005
Posts: 15
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| Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2005 5:48 pm Post subject: |
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hi to all,
good questions came from megarep008, hope you'll find time to answer them, ito rin yung mga tanong ko.
regards,
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allan
Joined: 16 Apr 2005
Posts: 75
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| Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2005 6:08 pm Post subject: |
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to DeaconBlues,
Thanks for the reply. your messages are really quite helpful, I reckon you understand Thai language.
Again, Thanks Mate ! |
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rita
Joined: 17 Mar 2005
Posts: 132
Location: Garden City SI NZ
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| Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2005 7:02 pm Post subject: |
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Ok here's my 2 cents in. Anyone please dont hesitate to correct me
In Philippine Pesos: (estimates only, could be more)
1. EOI - 12,000.00 +
2. IELTS - 8,800.00 (had mine with British Columbia)
3. BIRTH CERT - 300.00 (online)
4. Police & NBI - 500.00
5. Passport -1,300.00 (online and renewal only)
6. Medicals - 5,900.00 with additional 4,500.00 (Hepa B Shots) - Snooze is this correct?
7. NZQA - 4,125.00 (initial asessment only)
8. ITA - 35,100.00 + 2-3,000.00 courrier's fee
9. Transcript and employment certificates (depends) put it at 500.00
10. Bangkok Trip for Interview - 15-20,000.00
11. Incidentals (pictures, transportation, gas, etc) 2,000.00
12. PH-NZ?
I cant think of anything anymore... 
Ciao
RITA
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rita
Joined: 17 Mar 2005
Posts: 132
Location: Garden City SI NZ
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| Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2005 7:06 pm Post subject: |
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corrected.....  |
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Deacon Blues
Joined: 26 Apr 2005
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| Posted: Wed Apr 27, 2005 7:08 pm Post subject: |
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Allan, you’re welcome… Yes, I know a bit of the language as I lived there for quite sometime… Thai na nga ako kung mangarap!!! Can get by with conversations, but I’m hopeless in reading…
Anyone have any questions about Thailand and Bangkok, fire away and I’ll try to expedite the answers to your queries….
Deacon Blues
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