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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 18:13

SO many wannabes in Dubai. They are all from Australia and Canada. Not sure what you mean. Can you explain?

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 18:10

SO many wannabes in Dubai. They are all from Australia and Canada. I even met one family from Tonga!! They got out of Palestine and somehow got there and once they had passports they came to live in DUbai.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 18:08

Do you aussie girls want me to post over a couple of those classy "F off we're full" stickers to hand around at EW coffee mornings? (Not that I've actually ever seen them, I just keep hearing about them on an expat website so I woulnd't know where to buy them.) I abore those stickers and that sentiment when it is directed at people who have earned the right to become Australians. Australia opens it's arms to legitimate refugees and those who meet its stringent criteria. It is hoped that these people will contribute to the fabric and diversity of the country. We are the country we are proud of because of the Italian, Greek, English, Asian, African etc influences our immigration policy has fed the country with. However wanting citizenship of our great country just because it affords you international comfort and a cushion to fall back on in old age is detestable.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 17:38

Or the ever so charming "grew here not flew here" bumper stickers?

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 17:35

Do you aussie girls want me to post over a couple of those classy "F off we're full" stickers to hand around at EW coffee mornings? (Not that I've actually ever seen them, I just keep hearing about them on an expat website so I woulnd't know where to buy them.)

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 17:21

Oh.. my first thought was the the OP wanted to migrate to Australia, but now that you've put it that way I guess I was being naive as to how much this occurs. <em>edited by 0rulz0 on 31/01/2011</em>

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 16:33

Sitting on my hands and biting my tongue on the" perks" of Australia discussion.lol Let one and all come to Australia and participate on our wonderful life ,just don't use us for getting the passport then coming back when you are old and wanting government to support you. Or even better, like one of my colleagues - get return business class tickets there every year for you, your wife and multiple offspring, but just take it in cash and fly to your real home country for about 5% of the reimbursement, because you have never set foot in Australia since you got the passport. Puke making.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 16:30

Sitting on my hands and biting my tongue on the" perks" of Australia discussion.lol Let one and all come to Australia and participate on our wonderful life ,just don't use us for getting the passport then coming back when you are old and wanting government to support you.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 16:27

[b'>[color=#0000CC'>[/color'> [color=#000000'>It's not good for the NZ economy or resource use, as the last person didn't turn off the lights......[/color'>[b'>[/b'>[b'>[/b'> edited by NOUGATNESS on 31/01/2011 <em>edited by NOUGATNESS on 31/01/2011</em>

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 16:22

Some people say NZ is easier to get into then when you have their passport you can go to OZ..lol It is easier to get into NZ, but you have to live there for 5 years (I think) before you get the passport, and then as many do cross the ditch! Work is harder to find in NZ than Oz so it can result in a bit of a pay cut for those who go for the passport, but the NZ passport in my opinion is one of the best you can have. You can go pretty much anywhere without a hassle. We're a kind and threat free race so accepted everywhere :) People from NZ can go live in OZ? That cant be good for their economy?....

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 15:57

I'm noticing a singular lack on this thread of the vitriol recently expressed on other threads about immigrants trying to obtain British passports for the 'perks'. Australian ladies on EW are too lovely to cause a stir. CA, it seems you would be rather glad if there was much vitriol.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 15:44

I also think the the lack of anger comes from Australians knowing, and being proud of, how hard it is to get into the country as an immigrant whereas it can be easier elsewhere because their processes and checks are not as vigilant. So true CT! I'm just feeling a wee bit of indignation on behalf of those who've done it for the right reasons. :)

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 15:34

I also think the the lack of anger comes from Australians knowing, and being proud of, how hard it is to get into the country as an immigrant whereas it can be easier elsewhere because their processes and checks are not as vigilant.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 15:14

I'm noticing a singular lack on this thread of the vitriol recently expressed on other threads about immigrants trying to obtain British passports for the 'perks'. I restrained myself earlier...why would one want citizenship in a country they don't want to live in? I don't understand how 'having to' spend a certain amount of time in Aus can be seen as a hardship if you want to be a citizen. Thank you. Yeah, get the passport, education, health, stability that goes with it, but figure out the best way how not to give back as much as possible. Either be a citizen with all that entails - ie LIVING there or don't be. Exactly. The suggestion that someone would apply for a passport 'only' for the perks is a huge insult to all of the immigrants before who have worked their butts off to become citizens then continue working and contributing for life. True for any country.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 15:09

I'm noticing a singular lack on this thread of the vitriol recently expressed on other threads about immigrants trying to obtain British passports for the 'perks'. I restrained myself earlier...why would one want citizenship in a country they don't want to live in? I don't understand how 'having to' spend a certain amount of time in Aus can be seen as a hardship if you want to be a citizen. Thank you. Yeah, get the passport, education, health, stability that goes with it, but figure out the best way how not to give back as much as possible. Either be a citizen with all that entails - ie LIVING there or don't be.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 15:06

I'm noticing a singular lack on this thread of the vitriol recently expressed on other threads about immigrants trying to obtain British passports for the 'perks'. I restrained myself earlier...why would one want citizenship in a country they don't want to live in? I don't understand how 'having to' spend a certain amount of time in Aus can be seen as a hardship if you want to be a citizen.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 14:56

I'm noticing a singular lack on this thread of the vitriol recently expressed on other threads about immigrants trying to obtain British passports for the 'perks'.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 14:04

We went to an agent here who deal primarily with Oz and Canada immigration. Took us almost a year and we got the PR !!! :) ... And depending on your current citizenship and country of birth it can take a LOT longer. CW...when are you heading for Aus??

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 13:57

Is it compulsory to reside in Austrailia for a certain duration after u get your PR? or can you keep doing the runs...........like make a visit every 6 months until we get the Citizenship? is that possible? You must live there spending no more than 90 days abroad in any calendar year.

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Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 13:26

Is it compulsory to reside in Austrailia for a certain duration after u get your PR? or can you keep doing the runs...........like make a visit every 6 months until we get the Citizenship? is that possible?

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:47

We went to an agent here who deal primarily with Oz and Canada immigration. Took us almost a year and we got the PR !!! :) eta The chances of getting a PR nowadays depends on the skill set category you belong to. They have made the rules very strict this year. Both Canada and Oz have implemented a new set of eligibility criteria that's available on their website <em>edited by ChiggyWiggy on 06/01/2011</em>

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:37

so you can no longer just nick a loaf of bread in England then? edited by Izzy99 on 06/01/2011 Well an easier route is to go to one of the islands and go in with the boats - lol Probably not so LOL when it ends like this: http://www.theage.com.au/national/almost-50-died-in-boat-tragedy-pm-20101220-1937i.html

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:36

Some people say NZ is easier to get into then when you have their passport you can go to OZ..lol It is easier to get into NZ, but you have to live there for 5 years (I think) before you get the passport, and then as many do cross the ditch! Work is harder to find in NZ than Oz so it can result in a bit of a pay cut for those who go for the passport, but the NZ passport in my opinion is one of the best you can have. You can go pretty much anywhere without a hassle. We're a kind and threat free race so accepted everywhere :)

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:30

so you can no longer just nick a loaf of bread in England then? edited by Izzy99 on 06/01/2011 Well an easier route is to go to one of the islands and go in with the boats - lol

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:29

so you can no longer just nick a loaf of bread in England then? <em>edited by Izzy99 on 06/01/2011</em>

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:28

Australian citizenship is extremely hard to get. My parents moved there on a retirement visa - this doesn't exist anymore, it's an investment visa instead - but that is temporary residency, renewed every four years. My brother and sister-in-law have permanent residency though, because both their work fields are on the in demand jobs lists. My brother is an engineer and SIL works in the health care sector. After so many years, they can get citizenship, then my parents can also move to permanent residency. I'm just stuck out on my own lol

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:23

Some people say NZ is easier to get into then when you have their passport you can go to OZ..lol

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Latest post on 06 January 2011 - 10:19

You could always try for Canadian citizenship... we practically give it away!!!

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Latest post on 05 January 2011 - 22:55

I was lucky enough to be born in Australia to (legal) immigrant parents and received the Aussie citizenship automatically but that rule has definitely been changed, I think in the late 80s it changed but I could be wrong. I have many, many friends who studied as international students, received their PR (permanent residency) after a certain number of years and depending on their employment field, and are now awaiting citizenship. Rules used to be fairly relaxed until recently, PR has become very difficult to get but once you have it it's a waiting game until you get citizenship. I think it's 5-7 years but as a born Aussie, not certain. If you are intent on working in a field where Aussies are unable/unwilling to fill (ie doctors in regional Australia) you are looked upon more favourably. This is all info off the top of my head so again, best to look it up on specific websites such as: http://www.citizenship.gov.au/ http://www.australialiveworkplay.com/new-citizenship-requirements-in-australia As far as the perks, it's a pretty great passport to have. In terms of Dubai, tourist visa (no fee) on arrival and can do visa runs as much as you want. We seem to have a similar arrangement in many other countries as I recently travelled around most of Europe and not once did I need to obtain a visa beforehand nor did I need to pay any fees at borders. The citizenship within Australia itself entitles you to free public healthcare, government assistance (if unemployed, sick, unable to work etc), subsidised education, subsidised pharmaceuticals, I could go on and on.. Ahh the lucky country! Was there something specific you wanted to know?

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Latest post on 05 January 2011 - 21:58

You apply based on your parentage if you are not born in Aus. Same as if UK parents have kids here. If you migrate to oz and get permanent residency in Australia, you can then apply for citizenship and a passport if you wish after a certain number of years living there...I think it might be 5 years. It used to be that you got citizenship automatically if you were born in Australia, even if your parents were from elsewhere. That caused problems with pregnant illegals who gave birth and then couldn't be deported as they were caring for a "citizen". I think they might have changed that now.

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