A number of Electrical Workers from UK, South Africa have arrived in Queensland to work as Electricians. Before this can occur they have to obtain a Trade Recogition Auatralia Electrical Fitter's and or Electrical Mechanic's Certificate and when they receive this Certificate they then have to apply to Queensland Electrical Licensing for a Queensland Electrical Fitter's and or Mechanic's Work Licence.

This process incurrs a cost and considerable amount of time working under a Permit.

Also, attendance at Course in the Regulations and Australian Standards is required. This situation can cause considerable frustrations.

What is the situation in other countries with regard to the above.