Information on Austria

          Austria is one of the famous countries in Europe. To give us further understanding and information on what this country is all about, I provide some information and facts on this post related to it.

          Austria "is a federal republic and a landlocked country of roughly 8.47 million people in Central Europe. It is bordered by the Czech Republic and Germany to the north, Hungary and Slovakia to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south,and Switzerland and Liechtenste into the West. The majority of the population speak local Bavarian dialects of German as their native language." Source: Wikipedia the free encyclopedia

In order for any Philippine resident to enter the country, he needs to provide the following:

a. fill out and sign Austria tourist visa application form

b. original, signed Philippine passport with at least 6 months of validity

c. passport type photographs (2)]

d. photocopies of the passport and ID cards

e. proof of status

f. itinerary

g. medical travel insurance

h. bank statement

i. letter of invitation

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          We all know that each country has its own popular tourist spots- places where every local resident could be very proud of in sharing to tourists and other visitors.

For Austria, the following are but some of its tourist spots:

"1. Melk Abbey- being considered as one of the most famous monasteries in the whole world. The impressive spiritual center has become one of the greatest examples of Baroque architecture.

2. Vienna State Opera- it is a stunning architectural structure in the middle of Austria's capital. 

3. Hofburg Imperial Palace- located in Vienna, it serves as the officla residnece of the President of Austria. From 1438 to 1583 and from 1612 to 1806, it was the seat  of the of the kings and emperors of the Holy Roman Empire." Source- http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-austria/  

The Faith In Austria:

          Among the 8 million population of Austria, what stand out as a predominant faith group is Catholicism. However due to the recent development of the world nowadays plus the other influences of the modern era, there is but a little percentage among these Catholics that religiously practice their faith.

          Signs of this diminishing pious faithful is the less number of people who attend the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Thus it becomes obvious then that being a catholic is merely a thing in the past. 

                                     

Want To Check On Malaysia?

          Travelling is one of those activities that can recharge any person. In your travel, you can learn and enrich yourself through the culture, practices, events, places of a particular country. Thus with that in mind, may you learn some things about the featured country for this post: MALAYSIA 

          For its background, "Malaysia is a federal constitutional monarchy in the Southeast Asia. Land borders are shared with Thailand, Indonesia, and Brunei, and maritime borders exist with Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines. Its capital city is Kuala Lumpur, while Putrajaya is the seat of the federal government. 

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          It is said to have its origins on the Malay kingdoms present in the area which, from the 18th century, became subject to the British Empire. Malaya was restructured as the Federation of Malaya in 1948, and achieved independence on 31 August 1957." (Source: Wikipedia) 

Visa Requirements to Malaysia:

1. Australian Passport Holder: Australian citizens do not need a visa to visit Malaysia provided:
- passport is still valid for at least six (6) months on arrival;
- visit is just for three (3) months only;
- has a confirmed return or inward international ticket.

2. Commonwealth countries that require visa:
- Bangladesh
- Cameroon
- Ghana
- Mozambique
- Nigeria
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
(Source: http://www.malaysia.org.au/travel6.html)

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Tourist Atractions in Malaysia:

There are many tourist attractions in the country and some of them are the following:

1."Cameron Highlands- this is known for its trails that lead visitors to the forest to waterfalls and other water spots.

2. Georgetown Inner City- this tourist atraction truly becomes so magnificent in the evening when most of the locals head to the local hawkers to have their meals and drinks.

3. Taman Negara- which literally means "national park" in Malay, is one of the oldets tropical forest in the world, that features massive trees, waterfalls, jungle treks, and the world's longest canopy walkways.

4. Pulao Tioman-  a small island located on the east coast of peninsular Malaysia, tourists have surged to the  island eversince, seeking a taste of paradises.

5. Mount Kinabalu- with a summit height of 4,095 meters, it is the highest mountain of Borneo".

(Source: http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-malaysia/)

         Hence, if you are planning to spend a holiday coming, be sure to check any of these places in Malaysia. If you do, you would never miss the thrill and enchantment when you go and visit any of these places.

                                  

                                                    

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Visiting South Korea

          South Korea- one of the favorite tourist destination places in Asia. On the geographical location, it is surrounded by neighboring countries like China and Japan as bound by their maritime boundaries. 

Just to name some of the famous cities of South Korea, here they are:
"1. Seoul- population of 10,349,312
2. Busan- population of 3,678,555
3. Incheon- population of 2,628,000
4. Daegu- population of 2,566,540
5. Daejeon- population of 1,475,221
6. Gwangju- population of 1,416,938
7. Suwon- population of 1,242,724
8. Goyang- population of 1,073,069
9. Seongnam- population of 1,031,935
10. Ulsan- population of 962,865"
- source: http://www.geonames.org/KR/largest-cities-in-south-korea.html

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Every country in the world has something special to offer to visitors. In South Korea, the various places of interest are the folowing:
1. Changdeokgung Palace
2. Gyeongbokgung
3. N Seoul Tower
4. In jeju South Korea, these are some of the interesting places: Udo, Halla Mountain and National Park, Manjang Cave,
5. While in Busan, South Korea, the following are the famous spots: Haedong Yonggung Temple, Haeundae Beach, Yondusan Park

          For travel to South Korea, here are some of the needed visa in order to enter the country:

" 1. Working Holiday Visa- (H-1)- issued to young adult foreigners in some countries which have reciprocal agreements with South Korea. Holders of this visa are allowed to stay in the country for up to one year and engage in some employment activities as well as some educational activities. These countries are: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, japan, France and others

2. Overseas study-
3. Corporate Investment-
4. Foreign Language Testing-
5. Residency (F-2 Visa)"- source: Wikipedia- the free encyclopedia

          Hence, anybody who wish to see and enjoy the greatness of South Korea, you can start visiting those famous cities then conquer the countryside. As promising as they are, for sure your memories in those places will constantly remind you how excellent the country is. 

 

                                       

                                                 

Visiting Ireland For the First Time?

          Anyone who loves travelling should not miss travelling Ireland. The country is known  being a wild yet wonderful country. Actually it is an island in the North Atlantic Ocean, and being known as a country divided into two: Ireland which occupies five-sixths of Ireland Island, west of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, this one being a part of the United Kingdom. 

          The population of Ireland is not yet that huge in fact, one-third of its people live in Dublin.  This actually is the capital of Ireland. " Dublin which means "town of the hurdled ford" is derived from the Irish name Dubhlinn, meaning "black pool". It is situated in the province of Leinster near the midpoint of Ireland's east coast, at the mouth of the River Liffey and the centre of the Dublin Region"- from Wikipedia, free encyclopedia. 

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          One of the main reasons why Ireland is that popular to visitors is the people itself. Local Ireland people are known to be that friendly to visitors. They're such a hardworking people and they are known to have a love for a less stressful life. When it comes to their families, they are also known to have practiced a close family ties among them.  

          One among its known features as a country is its literature. All throughout their history, Irish people are known to be so rich when it comes to literature. One of those famous authors who made positive impressions of the country is Christy Nicholas. She has written some books and a popular one is focused on Ireland. The title of the book is Ireland- Mythical, Magical, Mystical: A Guide to Hidden Ireland.

          Sharing with you here an excerpt from this famous author, "Ive been to Ireland several times, and it holds a special palce in my heart. Ireland is mo anam an bhaile, my soul's home in Irish. It is a place I feel comforted, warm, and welcome. I wish to share some of this peace and serenity with others. Please, feel free to join me in my journey through Ireland, its history, mystery and magic. " 

          Thus if you are planning to have a vacation elsewhere, why not spend one of those plans in Ireland- a place to be.

                                                    
                                                               

Have A Great Time in New Zealand

          From my workmates, I heard lots of good things about New Zealand. They range from the green view of the surroundings most notably when you travel and visit the various places of interest. As a background, let me share with you some information regarding the country.

          "New Zealand is an island country in the southwester Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses- that of the North Island, or Te Ika-aMaui, and the South Island, or Te Waipounamu. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) of the Pacific island nations of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga.

          After World War II, New Zealand joined Australia and the United States in the ANZUS security treaty, although the United States later suspended the treaty. New Zealanders enjoyed of the highest standards of living in the world in the 1950s but the 1970s saw a deep recession, worsened by oil shocks and the United Kingdom's entry into the European Economic Community. 

          Much of New Zealand's culture is derived from Maori and early British settlers. Early European art was dominated by landscapes and to a lesser extent portraits of Maori. New Zealand's diverse landscape provides many opportunities ofr outdoor pursuits. "- Wikipedia

          Travelling to New Zealand requires a visa and to be able to equip yourself with the resources in acquiring a visa to the country, this link http://www.expat-blog.com/en/guide/oceania/new-zealand/3_visas.html    will be of much help to assist in the immigration process. One can raise his/her queries on this link so that proper documentation can be achieved to enter the country.

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By Vichaya Kiatying-Angsulee, published on 30 April 2011

          One interesting feature of the country is with regard to its educational system. On this concern, university studies start by February till mid November. On the other hand, New Zealand's primary and secondary schools commence in late January and this will last till mid December. 

           During the child's 5th birthday, he/she is entitled to a free education until the time that he/she reaches 19. Education is compulsory for any child from age 6 up to 16 yrs old. For further enlightenment on this topic, one can make use of this link: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Education_in_New_Zealand  as a reference.

          Hence, interested to go and visit New Zealand now, process quickly your papers and go to your nearest ticket outlet for a pleasant trip. Welcome to New Zealand.  

          

ITALIAN VISA

         My chosen country for today's travel is Italy. Famous for its various landmarks and tourist spots like the Vatican Museum, the ancient Rome and the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel and many more, one can experience a lifetime remarkable journey in the whole of Italy.

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published on 13 February 2013

          Short background of the country:  "Italy is  aunitary parliamentary republic in Southern Europe. To the north, Italy borders France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia. To the south, it consists of the entirety of the Italian Peninsula and the two islands of Sicily and Sardinia. Italy has a 59.7 million inhabitants and it is also the fourth-largest economy on the European continent, third in the European Union, and eight in the world."-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Italy

          Just like any travel to a desired country, anybody who would like to enter Italy has to provide visa to enter the country. The Italian embassy in the Philippines is on this address:   

Embassy of Italy

6th Floor, Zeta Condominium

191 Salcedo Street

Legaspi Village

Makati City

Philippines

Telephone: 6328924531

Fax: 6328171436

Email: visti.manila@esteri.it

Website: http://www.ambmanila.esteri.it/

          One of those sights that can help anyone to enquire about how to secure a visa to Italy, he/she can look at this link for information: http://touringbuddy.com/visa-requirements-philippine-passport-holders-%E2%80%93-italy-italian-republic/

          If applying from the Philippines, one needs to call the Italian Embassy to book an appointment. And aside from one's appointment, there is also a scheduled personal appearance at the embassy though in some cases, this is not required. Normally the processing of one's visa will take 3 weeks.

          Regarding the payment, manager's cheque is preferred over personal cheque. Another option to make a payment is by paying on cash. Hope this summary of information will assist anybody who aspires to visit Italy soon or later.

                                                       

WANT TO GO TO USA?

          Anybody willing and interested to go to USA? Here are some facts regarding the methods to enter USA. Just like most of the countries that anybody would like to visit, United States as well requires visas from Filipino citizens who are planning to enter the country. Some of those useful links that will help anybody interested to go to United States are: 

Visa Types for Immigrants

Immigrant Visa for a Spouse of a U.S. Citizen (IR1 or CR1)

Some points to consider are the following:

1. For any aged 20 or below who wants to enter USA, he/should be accompanied by one parent during the interview. In some cases wherein both parents are dead or living abroad, the applicant should be accompanied by a guardian.

2. For any non immigrant who is applying for a visa, here are some points to consider:

- With regard  to the payment of this application, applicants must pay the non-refundable and non-transferable application fee. As of June 4, 2010, the payments are as follows: US$140-B1/B2, C1/D, F, J, 

                       : US150$H,L,O,P,Q and R (Temporary Worker)

                       :US$350- K (Fiancee)

                       :US$390- E(Investor/Trader)

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          When paying for any of these fees, any applicant must bring his/her passport since this will used when paying in a bank. And after 4 hours after payment, this will be activated. However, for any online payment, this will be activated on a longer time (24 hours).

           With regard to the ways to make any payment: payment can be made on any Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) branch, pay through online bill payment option provided by BPI for their customers and through online payment c/o Bancnet) . Additional pertinent information- any payment made is valid for 1 year. Any interview related to the payment must be done within a one-year validity period.

         However, for any applicant ready to have an interview, do prepare all necessary related documents. Be reminded also that Nonimmigrant Visa does not accept documents before any interview (except in cases such as Treaty Trader (E1) and Treaty Investor (E2). Do remember also that whatever documents that one has submiited will not be returned and will be destroyed except for one's passport.

For additional information on these matters, visit this link:

http://touringbuddy.com/visa-require...tates-america/

           Perhaps, it is also good to throw some of these questions in your mind before your actual settling in United States:

1. If you have an international license, is it valid in your chosen States and for how long that it is valid before you will have you onw license?
2. What is the best option for you when it comes to one's private insurance option? Or are you entitled to such benefit as Medicard?
3. What is the process of renting a house and what are the needed documents to do one?
4. How could a new arrival open a bank account? What are the required documents to acquire one?

          Good luck for any application. Just be patient with all the process especially in the gathering of data and in the follow up stages. Moreover, be sure that all pertinent papers are provided.

CANADA VISA

          CANADA  is such a beautiful country. Way back year 2001, I had the chance of visiting the country especially in cities like Montreal and Ottawa. Being in those two famous cities I could not help but be amused and be delighted by their vibrant environment. 

          With this, I know that many of us are interested to know and to have information on how to secure a visa to visit the country. Here then are some informations that would help us plan any trip to the country.

1. http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/index.asp .....first with this website, this will allow you to know what are the ways and methods that you can make a visit to Canada. Some of the basic informations that can be checked by this website are the following: Immigrate, Visit, Work, Study, New Immigrants, and many more. Just be patient to explore the site so that you will learn and achieve whatever you want to get from it.

2. When applying through online, try to scan all related documents and pictures related to the application.

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3. http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca...mande-vrt.aspx.....here is another website that can assist you in your application for Canada. One of this link's highlights is its offer of pertinent information on how to systematically apply for a Canadian Temporary Resident Visa. Processes such as checking the processing times, ways how to apply, paying the processing fee etc. are but some of the important informations being shared here.

4. If you are planning to visit the country, try to allocate 2 months before you will submit your applications since the time of processing at times is affected by the demands that are faced by the staff who will perform the application process. So, having an allowance such as days for one's application will usher to a better and a peaceful disposition. 

GENERAL SKILLED MIGRATION (SUBCLASS 175): AUSTRALIA

          One of the pathways to be qualified to enter Australia is through the so called General Skilled Migration Visa ( Sub class 175). And to help us make more understanding of this visa, copy and paste then this link here and it will lead you straight into the DIAC website. 

http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/general-skilled-migration/175/

          Yet some of the situations that one might encounter in the future while processing this visa sub class will be enumerated below: 

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• - one of the issues is with regard to the nominated occupation, 
  one should make it sure that this occupation is enlisted 
  in the SOL (Skilled Occupation List) and check as well your 
  years of experience.

  - you can also make a quick assessment regarding the point 
  test by using this link: 
  http://www.professionalyearaustralia.com.au/point_test.aspx

  - If you are an international student then graduated in 
  an institution here in Australia, , then you can apply for 485 
  graduate skilled visa and during that year, you can proceed to 
  take professional year which will allow you to gain 5 additional
  points. Then during this period (485 visa which will allow you to 
  stay in Australia for 18 months), you will submit your EOI to DIAC. 
  If your EOI will get selected, you will be issued the go signal to 
  proceed with your further application.

  - Time frame for for assessment for VETASSESS and ENGINEERS 
  in Australia will take 12 weeks

  -Assessment for State Sponsorship, try to check this link: 
   http://www.immi.gov.au/skilled/general-skilled-migration/176/
  nom-state-terr.htm

  - Regarding the assessment of your work experience, it will be 
  done by relevant assessing authority in Australia. You should do 
  research on those appropriate assessing bodies for your field to 
  make it sure that you will get the proper one. 
  
            More details regarding this topic will be shared in the 
  coming posts. You are invited to share your own experiences 
  and information so that we will all profit from various contributions.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

WELCOME TO MY NEW BLOG

          Working abroad is such a significant phenomenom nowadays especially for those people who aspire to bring a bright future ahead of them. Sacrifices and lots of them have been exerted so as to be successful in this endeavor. 

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          In fact, I am one of them and basing from my own personal experience, I know exactly how hard and challenging to work far away from one's loved ones. Though I know as well that beyond every sacrifice we make in life, sooner or later we will also reap its fruits. Thus I came up with this blog so as to share the experiendes of all those people who are working far away from their loved ones, in a foreign country where various hardships could be faced like cultural adjustments and the like.

          This blog will also  feature important elements on working abroad matters thus allowing it to become an instrument for others to learn how to apply for necesssary documents, what are the processes involved in acquiring a visa, and many other items on working abroad. 

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          Thus, we will walk hand in hand in enriching our experiences of working abroad by sharing our thoughts, ideas, information, facts, and others on this blog. After all, we are ONE and together in this journey called LIFE.