Expert: Frank Denison - 3/5/2008

Question
Dear Frank,
My apologies if I am not writing to the right person but if not maybe you can let me know who to ask here! My name is Sandra, 33 years old, from Sweden. I work in the hotel/catering field and have lived and worked previously in Europe and the US. I have 12 years work experience and have studied 6 languages of which I speak French, Swedish and English fluently. I am wondering how hard it would be for me to obtain a work permit in Australia? Any information you can give me is greatly appreciated!
Many thanks,
Sandra

Answer
Hello Sandra,
            
        I do not know a lot about work visas. The best I can do is offer you the Australian Government websites information.

The site says :-

This visa is for people aged 18 to 30 years of age, who are interested in a working holiday of up to 12 months in Australia.

With you being over 30, you would not qualify for a working holiday visa.

The detailed information is available on http://www.immi.gov.au/visitors/working-holiday/417/index.htm

The link  below explains the options for people over 30.

http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/general-skilled-migration/index.htm

I hope this helps.

Contact me again if require more help.

Regards,
Frank