With over a decade of experience as MARA registered agents in Gold Coast, QLD, we’ve processed thousands of visas, helping clients navigate applications efficiently. Our team focuses on affordable solutions tailored to the Gold Coast area, drawing from the latest guidelines on registered migration agents to ensure smooth processing for options like partner and student visas.
Difference Between Agents & Lawyers
As MARA registered agents, we offer straightforward, cost-effective help for most visa needs, while migration lawyers handle complex legal matters like appeals. Based on Department of Home Affairs info, agents like us focus on everyday applications, making us ideal for quick results—Learn more about our migration lawyer services for a full comparison. This approach saves time and money without compromising accuracy.
Migration Agents
At This is Australia, we serve as MARA registered agents to simplify your visa process with reliable, cost-effective support, drawing from OMARA guidelines that regulate our role in handling immigration matters across Australia.
- Provide expert advice on visa requirements and applications, ensuring all details are accurate and complete.
- Assist with preparing and lodging applications for various visas, like partner or working holiday options.
- Offer ongoing support to monitor application progress and address queries efficiently.
- Ensure compliance with Australian migration laws, helping clients avoid common pitfalls based on our registration.
- Focus on accessible services for individuals and families, prioritising speed and affordability in regional areas like Gold Coast.
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Migration Lawyers
Migration lawyers in Australia are qualified legal practitioners who bring advanced expertise to handle complex immigration issues, often stepping in for cases requiring court involvement or detailed legal analysis, as outlined in Department of Home Affairs resources.
- Hold an Australian legal practicing certificate, typically backed by a law degree and specialised migration training.
- Represent clients in appeals or tribunal proceedings, such as visa refusals or disputes.
- Provide comprehensive legal advice on intricate matters, including humanitarian or protection visas.
- Charge for immigration assistance without needing OMARA registration, focusing on high-stakes scenarios.
- Offer broader services that integrate migration with other legal areas, ensuring thorough protection in challenging cases.
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Visa Types Supported
We assist with a range of visas, ensuring you have the right pathway through This is Australia. Whether you’re pursuing skilled migration or family options, our team guides you every step:
- Work Visas: If you possess skills and capabilities to enhance Australia's economy and workforce, then you may be eligible to migrate to Australia by applying for an Australian Work visa. These visas are specifically designed to encourage applicants to obtain sponsorship through an employer or to secure nomination. Many foreigners choose to live and work in Australia because of the lifestyle and employment opportunities offered.
- Skilled Migration Visas (SkillSelect): SkillSelect is an online application process that enables skilled workers and business people interested in migrating to Australia through the submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI). All EOI’s are considered and, if you are a successful applicant, you will be issued an invitation to apply for the skilled migration visa you have conveyed interest in. You may also be found and nominated by an Australian employer or State or Territory Government if you have skills and qualifications that are required in Australia.
- Student Visa Subclass 500 and Courses for Study Australia: The dedicated team at This is Australia is familiar and experienced with Student Visa Subclass 500 applications. With a high success rate, we can assist international students with finding the best course, submitting the application to the education provider, finalising the enrolment and applying for a student visa.
- Family, Parent and Spouse Visas: The Australian Family and Spouse Visas, aim to reunite immediate and extended family members with their eligible Australian relatives and spouses. To be sponsored under the Australian Family Migration stream, the close family relative or spouse must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen and at least 18 years old.
- Business Visas and Specialised Services: Business visas are recognised as the most complex visas to apply for, which is why we are here to help you successfully submit an application. If you have plans of establishing a business in Australia, investing in a company or migrating to Australia as a business owner or investor, it is vital you receive the correct immigration advice. For many, applying for a business visa may be the only option to residency in Australia. Our team of migration agents here at This Is Australia provide guidelines and industry knowledge to ensure that your visa application has the best possible chance of being approved.
Meet Our Team of Migration Agents in Gold Coast
Mathew Perich, LLB(hon)
Director of This Is Australia & Senior Registered Migration Agent 0214517
Anthony Perich
Principal Migration Lawyer and Notary Public for our affiliate TIA Lawyers (www.tia.com.au)
Martin Szilvassy
Senior Consultant & Registered Migration Agent 0637125
Ernie Hu
Senior Associate Migration Lawyer for our affiliate TIA Lawyers (www.tia.com.au)
Sookyi Leong
Associate Migration Lawyer for our affiliate TIA Lawyers (www.tia.com.au)
Stuart Eley
Registered Migration Agent 1910976
Steve Rungassamy
Records Manager & Qualified Education Agent: QEACD260
Gary Du Chateau
Director of Australia Student Recruitment (ASR) & Qualified Education Agent: QEACC126
Local Coverage
We provide trusted support across Gold Coast suburbs, including Miami for family visas, Labrador for working holiday seekers, Helensvale for student needs, and Coolangatta for employer-sponsored options. This local focus ensures personalised, efficient service right in your community.
Gold Coast Migration FAQ
Is a migration lawyer better than an agent?
Yes, for complex cases like appeals, as lawyers offer legal representation in court, while agents handle routine applications—based on guidelines from the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority.
Can they help if my visa was refused?
Absolutely, we assist with appeals and reapplications, using our legal background to address refusals effectively.
How long does it take to get a visa?
Processing varies; for instance, student visas often take four months, while working holiday visas can be faster—check Home Affairs tools for details.
Is a migration agent enough?
Yes, for most cases like partner or employer-sponsored visas, as MARA agents provide expert, cost-effective assistance without needing a lawyer.
Testimonials
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