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Moving to Melbourne Migration Agent
Although there is no requirement for you to use a migration
agent to complete your Australian Visa Application, I personally
would recommend doing so. Migration Agents deal with visa
applications everyday, it is their job to know the latest
information, any updates and any changes to the application
forms.A migration agent can:
• advise you on the visa that may best suit you
• tell you the documents you will need to submit with your
application
• help you fill out the application form
• submit the application for you
• communicate with the DIMIA on your behalf
• From 1 October 2006 registered migration agents, in Australia
and outside Australia, may certify copies of original documents
that relate to visa applications, provided that their
registration is not currently suspended and they are not subject
to a caution that is in effect.
Please remember by using a migration agent your application will
not be fast tracked, however with them checking your forms they
will be able to spot any errors before you submit your
application saving time on the form being returned to you.
You MUST make sure that you use a registered migration agent you
can find these on the following websites:
Migration Institute of Australia (MIA)
www.mia.org.au which lists
migration agents who are members of the MIA by state and
territory
MARA website at
www.themara.com.au This website also includes a list of
disciplined or de-registered agents.
How Much do Australian Migration Agents Charge?This can
range dramatically depending on how complex your application is,
some are straight forward where as others may take more time and
a lot more preparation. Below is a guide of how much you should
be looking at paying your migration agent. Please note these
prices are based on 2007 prices.
Agent Fee Data - January 2007 to December 2007
(The fees quoted are in Australian Dollars and include
GST) |
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Range |
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Permanent Residency Services |
Employer Sponsored Migration |
$2,500 - $5,000 |
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General Skilled Migration |
$1,500 - $3,800 |
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Business Skills Entry |
$3,400 - $10,000 |
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Partner Migration |
$1,500 - $3,500 |
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Child Migration |
$1,200 - $3,500 |
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Parent Migration |
$1,500 - $3,500 |
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Other Family Migration |
$1,500 - $3,500 |
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Special Migration |
$1,650 - $4,000 |
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Humanitarian Offshore |
$880 - $3,300 |
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Onshore Protection |
$1,000 - $3,500 |
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Temporary Residency Services |
Students |
$500 - $2,000 |
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Temporary Business |
$1,500 - $4,000 |
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Temporary Non-business |
$500 - $2,500 |
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Review |
Review Application |
$1,250 - $4,000 |
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