My EOI for skilled migrant was declined

Last activity 13 May 2018 by ali1360

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ali1360Member13 May 2018 07:09:07

Hi there,

I am Ali, 36 years old. I am about to submit my PhD thesis to the University of Auckland. Also, I am currently working as a Business Analyst at a hospital in NZ.

Although the case officer awarded me 180 points, my EOI for the skilled migrant visa was declined. The main reason was that ''The applicant does not meet the minimum standard of English'' because my IELTS was expired in 2015.

Although I have talked to an immigration officer and explained to her that I am doing a PhD and working for a government so that I have no problem with the English language, she said that you are not eligible as you have not yet graduated.

So what solutions do you guys recommend?

Thanks,
Ali

NetnzActive member13 May 2018 07:36:08

Get your IELTs reinstated. The NZ govt cannot be giving out exceptions or exemptions for non Diplomats.

ali1360Member13 May 2018 07:43:19

I see...thanks.

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