189 Grant - Chemical Eng - 12 May 2026
189 Visa Journey
Occupation: Chemical Engineer
Points: 85 (breakdown below)
Skill Assessment: I did my bachelor degree in Australia so it was pretty straightforward, i.e., proving my degree with its relevant certificates and transcripts to EA. Took ~1 weeks for the results to come back. I did not pay the extra fee for a fast track!)
EOI lodged: 28 Mar 2025
Last updated: 10 July 2025 (+ NAATI)
Invitation: 13 Nov 2025
Lodgement: 23 Nov 2025 (along with AFP)
Medical Check Up: 8 Dec 205
Grant: 12 May 2026 (no further S56/doc request)
Points breakdown
English: 20
Age: 25
Study: 15 + 5 (Bachelor degree in Aus)
Work Experience: 5
NAATI: 5
Partner: 10
It is finally my turn to post one of these 🥹
Definitely consider myself lucky to have been granted at such fast turnaround, especially for my occupation that is not quite on the priority list. But I also believe that luck only comes to those who prepare themselves to receive them. So a word of advice for anyone looking to apply ~ prepare and control what you can!
It is definitely true when others say a big weight and uncertainty finally come off the shoulders when they receive the grant email. I hope everyone else waiting can get to their turn soon too. I would be happy to answer any question where I can based on my own experience. Good luck all!