woocommerce domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/indianav/migratetosunnyaustralia.com/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131We have all heard stories of dodgy migration agents and immigration firms that promise to make an applicant’s dream to migrate to Australia come true but fail to deliver on it. Countless people have lost their hard-earned savings to unregistered migration agents who charge high fees and disappear without a trace.
As an applicant, one should be careful of such unprofessional individuals or firms that claim to have the knowledge about Australian Immigration process.
We have listed some tips below that can help you make an informed decision before signing up for migration services provided by any migration agent.
In Australia, only a Registered Migration Agent can provide legal advice with regards to Australian Immigration process.
To become a registered agent one must go through a tough academic program which requires studying a Graduate Diploma (or Certificate) in Australian Immigration Law and Practice at University Level and passing a difficult capstone exam which is designed to test one’s cumulative knowledge of Australian Immigration Law.
One is also required to have a minimum score of 6.5 in each component of IELTS.
Only after meeting these requirements can one register with Office of Migration Agents Registration Authority which is a government body that regulates the work of migration agents operating in Australia and works closely with Australian Department of Home Affairs.
Before undertaking the services of any agent, it is always important to ask them for their registration details which are listed on the OMARA website.
Only an individual can be listed on this website. If any agent suggests that their entire company is registered with OMARA, then it is a clear sign that they are not being honest, as a company cannot be registered on the OMARA website.
A Migration Agent cannot give a 100% guarantee of success, in fact it is against the Migration Agent’s Code of Conduct to make such a promise.
Australian Immigration process is quite complex, and changes are brought about to it regularly.
Experienced migration agents can help in formulating strategies and navigate complex Australian legislation which can ultimately increase the chances of success for an application.
Registered Migration Agents are required to subscribe to a database of Australian Migration Legislation and Regulations which helps them keep up to date with latest changes in Australian Immigration.
Information on such a database is more thorough as compared to the brief details mentioned on the Department of Home Affairs website.
As per Migration Agents Code of Conduct, a registered migration agent must also provide a service agreement which clearly outlines the fees involved in the process.
We have many years of experience in navigating Australian Immigration legislation and have assisted many applicants in successfully lodging their skills assessment, work and permanent visa applications as well as citizenship applications.
Registration details of our Migration Consultant “Sunny Soni” can be found on the OMARA website.
