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**Due to an extremely high number of 489 applications, we are temporarily suspending applications for the 489 visa in this region as of 1st August 2019. We aim to reopen applications by 1st September 2019. We apologise for any inconvenience.
We will cease assessing EOIs at 5pm on Friday 16 August, if you have not received an invitation to full application by this time, you will not receive an invitation in the 489 Visa program. We will reopen applications for 491 Sponsorship once the 491 Visa program commences. Please check the Department of Home Affairs for these dates.
If you are successful in gaining an Invitation to Full Application, please provide all documentation to RDASI Office by the 28th of August. Any applications received past this date will not be assessed.
Reminder: The decision of your EOI is final, no further explanation of the decision will be provided.