NAATI CCL Spanish Inmigración y asentamiento — Diálogos de práctica

Good morning. You've come to discuss extending your student visa. Can you tell me about your current visa situation?

Tengo una visa de estudiante subclase 500 que vence el mes próximo. Necesito seis meses más para terminar mi tesis.

If you need more time for your thesis, apply for a new student visa. Your current visa must still be valid when you apply. Processing takes four to six weeks.

Sí, lo obtuve la semana pasada. ¿Cuánto cuesta la nueva solicitud? ¿Se procesará antes de que expire mi visa actual?

The application fee is sixteen hundred dollars. If you apply while your current visa is valid, you'll automatically receive a bridging visa.

¿Puedo trabajar con la Visa Puente? Actualmente puedo trabajar veinte horas por semana.

Yes, a Bridging Visa A carries over the same work conditions as your current student visa. That means up to twenty hours per week during the academic term, and unlimited hours during scheduled breaks.

¿Qué pasa con el seguro de salud? Mi OSHC está por vencer.

You'll need valid Overseas Student Health Cover for the entire duration of your visa application. You must submit proof of your OSHC extension when you lodge the application.

Llamaré a la compañía de seguros para extenderlo. ¿Se necesita algún otro documento?

You'll need your passport, the new Confirmation of Enrolment, proof of OSHC, evidence of financial capacity, and your academic transcript. I'd also strongly recommend a letter from your supervisor about your research progress.

Gracias. Reuniré todos los documentos y solicitaré lo antes posible.

Welcome. You've come to discuss applying for a partner visa. Is your partner an Australian citizen?

Sí, mi esposa nació en Australia y es ciudadana. Llevamos dos años casados.

Good. The partner visa has two stages — a temporary subclass 820 and a permanent subclass 801. You apply for both at the same time.

¿Cuánto cuesta? He escuchado que es bastante caro.

The current application fee is around nine thousand dollars, paid as a lump sum. It's one of the most expensive visa fees. This covers both stages of the visa.

¿Cómo demostramos que la relación es genuina?

You'll need evidence across four categories — financial, household, social, and commitment to each other. This includes things like joint bank accounts, a shared lease, photographs together, and statutory declarations from friends and family.

¿Cuánto tarda el procesamiento? ¿Puedo trabajar con la visa puente antes de recibir la temporal?

Processing times for the temporary visa are currently twelve to eighteen months. Yes, you'll receive a bridging visa with full work rights and eligibility for Medicare.

¿Cuándo recibiré la residencia permanente?

The permanent stage is assessed two years after the temporary visa. You'll need to show the relationship is ongoing through photos, joint finances, and statutory declarations.

Es mucho tiempo, pero vale la pena. ¿Me puede dar una lista completa de los documentos necesarios?

You've come to discuss a skilled migration visa. Can you tell me about your current occupation and qualifications?

Soy ingeniero de software con seis años de experiencia. Tengo una licenciatura en informática.

Software engineering is on the skilled occupation list. Let's look at your estimated points. How old are you?

Treinta y dos años. Me preocupa un poco si mi nivel de inglés es suficiente. Obtuve un IELTS general de siete.

Let me calculate. Age thirty-two is thirty points. Bachelor's degree fifteen. IELTS seven overall is ten. Eight years experience is fifteen. Total seventy.

¿Entonces el total sería unos sesenta a sesenta y cinco? ¿Es suficiente para recibir una invitación?

Sixty-five is the minimum requirement, but currently invitations are typically issued at seventy-five to eighty points or above. You can gain additional points by improving your English score or obtaining a state government nomination.

¿Qué es la nominación estatal? ¿Cuántos puntos adicionales da?

Each state wants specific skilled workers. A 190 visa gives five extra points but requires two years in that state. A 491 regional visa gives fifteen extra points.

También estoy considerando vivir en zona regional. ¿Necesito primero la evaluación de habilidades?

Yes, a skills assessment is mandatory before you can submit an Expression of Interest for the points test. For software engineers, the assessment body is the ACS. The process usually takes six to eight weeks.

Entendido, empezaré la evaluación ACS de inmediato. Gracias por la consulta.

You've come to discuss your eligibility for Australian citizenship. How long have you had permanent residency?

Obtuve la residencia permanente hace cuatro años. Me preocupa el examen de ciudadanía. ¿Es en inglés?

Yes, the test is in English with twenty multiple-choice questions about Australian values, history, and government. You need seventy-five per cent to pass.

¿Qué pasa si no apruebo? ¿Cuántas veces puedo presentarme?

If you fail, you can retake at no extra cost, as many times as needed. Wait at least two days between attempts. Most people pass on the second try.

¿Hay otros requisitos? ¿Qué más debo saber antes de solicitar?

You must have lived in Australia for at least four years, with the last twelve months as a permanent resident. Short trips overseas are fine if total absence is under twelve months.

No tengo antecedentes. Pero el año pasado estuve tres meses en el extranjero por trabajo. ¿Eso es un problema?

Three months away is fine. As long as total time outside Australia is under twelve months in the four-year period, there's no problem.

¿Si obtengo la ciudadanía australiana, puedo mantener mi nacionalidad original?

Australia allows dual citizenship. However, whether your home country permits it depends on their laws. I'd recommend checking with your country's embassy before applying.

Entendido. El mes que viene empezaré a prepararme y solicitaré. Gracias.

Please take your time. This interview is strictly confidential. Your safety is our top priority. Can you tell me why you fled your home country?

Era periodista. Escribí un artículo sobre corrupción gubernamental y fui arrestado por las autoridades durante seis meses. Tras mi liberación, me amenazaron con arrestarme de nuevo.

What was your treatment like during detention? Were you subjected to any abuse or torture?

Sí, fui golpeado y sometido a descargas eléctricas varias veces. Me obligaron a revelar mis fuentes pero me negué. Todavía tengo pesadillas.

Thank you for sharing that. How did you come to Australia?

Vine con una visa de conferencia académica. Entré legalmente pero no puedo regresar. Si vuelvo seguramente seré encarcelado.

I understand your situation. Let me explain the process for applying for an Australian protection visa. You can seek refugee status based on a well-founded fear of persecution.

¿Cuánto tarda el procesamiento? ¿Puedo trabajar o estudiar mientras tanto?

Processing usually takes twelve to eighteen months. When you lodge a protection visa application, you'll be granted a bridging visa that gives you work rights and eligibility for Medicare.

No puedo pagar un abogado. ¿Hay asistencia legal gratuita?

Yes, free legal assistance is available. I'll refer you to the Refugee Legal Service. They can represent you at the hearing at no cost.

Gracias. Por primera vez desde que llegué me siento seguro.

You've just arrived in Australia on a working holiday visa. Congratulations. There are a few things you should understand about the conditions of your visa.

Sí, quiero asegurarme de entender bien las reglas. ¿Cuánto tiempo puedo trabajar para el mismo empleador?

You can work for the same employer for a maximum of six months. If you want to stay longer, you'll need to apply for permission or change employers.

Escuché que necesito trabajar en una granja para obtener la visa del segundo año. ¿Es cierto?

Yes. To qualify for a second working holiday visa, you need to complete at least eighty-eight days of specified work in regional areas — such as agriculture, mining, or construction.

¿Cómo recopilo la evidencia? ¿Son suficientes los recibos de sueldo?

You'll need payslips, a letter from the employer, bank statements, and workers' compensation records. All documents must include the employer's name, ABN, address, and the dates you worked.

Me preocupan los impuestos. ¿Cómo obtengo un TFN?

You can apply for a TFN online through the ATO website. It usually arrives within twenty-eight days. Without a TFN, you'll be taxed at the highest rate of forty-seven per cent.

¿Y la jubilación? ¿Puedo recuperarla cuando me vaya de Australia?

Yes, if you permanently leave Australia on a temporary visa, you can claim a Departing Australia Superannuation Payment — known as DASP. Be aware that a withholding tax of thirty-five to sixty-five per cent applies.

Gracias por toda la información. Quiero tener unas vacaciones de trabajo seguras y agradables.

You've come to check on your bridging visa conditions. Can you give me your visa number?

BVE 1234567. Estoy esperando el procesamiento de mi visa de pareja. Quiero saber si puedo salir del país y volver.

Let me check the records. Your Bridging Visa E has work rights, but it does not include travel permission. That means if you leave Australia, you won't be able to re-enter.

Pero mi madre está enferma en mi país. Necesito ir a verla urgentemente. ¿No hay nada que pueda hacer?

I understand. You can apply for a Bridging Visa B, which includes travel permission. You'll need evidence of the compassionate reason for travel.

¿La enfermedad de mi madre califica como razón urgente?

Yes, a serious family illness is generally accepted as a compassionate reason. You'll need to include a medical certificate from her doctor, proof of your relationship, and your travel itinerary.

¿Cuánto cuesta la Visa Puente B? ¿Cuánto tarda?

The application fee is around one hundred and sixty-five dollars. Compassionate cases receive priority processing and are usually decided within two to five business days.

¿Qué pasa si el resultado de mi visa de pareja sale mientras estoy de viaje?

If your partner visa is granted while overseas on a BVB, you can re-enter on the new visa. Keep all travel documents and medical evidence.

Entendido, solicitaré la BVB hoy. Haré que envíen los documentos médicos de mi madre por correo. Gracias.