ACME Migration Australia Visa & Migration Approvals

Summary Dated on 09/12/2025

1. Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) – Points-Tested Stream

Grant Date: 11 December 2025

Nominated Occupation: Analyst Programmer

SkillSelect Points: 90

Visa Lodgement: 16 December 2024

Key Details:

• Visa Duration: Permanent residence granted with indefinite stay from the date of each arrival.

• Travel Facility: Multiple re-entry allowed until 11 December 2030.

• First Entry Deadline: Must arrive in Australia by 11 December 2026.

• Must Not Arrive After: 11 December 2030.

  
  

Important Note: The grant letter emphasizes the need to withdraw any other undecided visa applications once the Subclass 189 is granted. Obtaining another substantive visa could cause the 189 visa to cease and affect eligibility for benefits like Medicare.

2. Skills Assessment – VETASSESS (Positive Outcome)

01 - Skills Assessment – VETASSESS (Positive Outcome)

Assessment Date: 23 September 2025

Nominated Occupation: Civil Engineering Technician

Outcome: Approved – Positive Assessment

Assessment Criteria Met:

• Qualification assessed as comparable to an Australian AQF Bachelor Degree or higher in a highly relevant field.

• One year of post-qualification skilled employment within the last five years, working 20+ hours per week.

• Employment considered within the skilled migration framework for the nominated occupation.

  
  

This positive skills assessment is a crucial step for visa applications under skilled migration programs.

02 - Skills Assessment – VETASSESS (Positive Outcome)

Assessment Date: 23 September 2025

Nominated Occupation: Medical Technician NEC

Outcome: Approved – Positive Assessment

Assessment Criteria Met:

• Qualification assessed as comparable to an Australian AQF Bachelor Degree or higher in a highly relevant field.

• One year of post-qualification skilled employment within the last five years, working 20+ hours per week.

• Employment considered within the skilled migration framework for the nominated occupation.

  
  

This positive skills assessment is a crucial step for visa applications under skilled migration programs.

03 - Skills Assessment – VETASSESS (Positive Outcome)

Assessment Date: 23 September 2025

Nominated Occupation: Construction Project Manager

Outcome: Approved – Positive Assessment

Assessment Criteria Met:

• Qualification assessed as comparable to an Australian AQF Bachelor Degree or higher in a highly relevant field.

• One year of post-qualification skilled employment within the last five years, working 20+ hours per week.

• Employment considered within the skilled migration framework for the nominated occupation.

  
  

This positive skills assessment is a crucial step for visa applications under skilled migration programs.

04 - Skills Assessment – VETASSESS (Positive Outcome)

Assessment Date: 23 September 2025

Nominated Occupation: Construction Project Manager

Outcome: Approved – Positive Assessment

Assessment Criteria Met:

• Qualification assessed as comparable to an Australian AQF Bachelor Degree or higher in a highly relevant field.

• One year of post-qualification skilled employment within the last five years, working 20+ hours per week.

• Employment considered within the skilled migration framework for the nominated occupation.

  
  

This positive skills assessment is a crucial step for visa applications under skilled migration programs.

3. DAMA (Designated Area Migration Agreement) – NSW Labour Agreement

Agreement Type: DAMA Labour Agreement for New South Wales

Occupation: Waiter (Food and Beverage Attendant)

Approval Date: 11 December 2025

Lodgement Date: 8 December 2025

DAMA agreements provide a flexible pathway for regional employers to sponsor skilled and semi-skilled workers where there is a demonstrated need that cannot be met locally.

4. Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) – Direct Entry Stream

Nomination Approval Date: 12 December 2025

Nomination Lodgement Date: 21 May 2024

Approved Occupation: Engineering Technologist (ANZSCO 233914)

Program: ENS (Employer Nomination Scheme) – Direct Entry

Key Information:

• This is an approval of the nominated position for permanent residence.

• The nominee has six months from the approval date (or before current visa expiry, if sooner) to lodge a Subclass 186 visa application.

• The employer must provide the nominee with the approval letter, nomination notice, and a copy of the position’s duties statement.

  
  

Summary of Pathways Featured:

1. Skilled Independent (189): For points-tested skilled workers without sponsorship.

2. Skills Assessment (VETASSESS): Mandatory for many skilled visas to verify qualifications and employment.

3. DAMA (NSW): A regional labour agreement pathway for targeted occupations.

4. Employer Nomination Scheme (186): Permanent residency via employer sponsorship under the Direct Entry stream.

   
   

Each pathway serves different applicant profiles—from independent skilled migrants to employer-sponsored and regionally sponsored workers.

Conclusion

Navigating the migration process can be complex. Understanding the various visa options is essential. I recommend researching each pathway thoroughly. This will help in making informed decisions. For more information on migration options, visit Migration Help Desk.