Everyone loves to go abroad. Some go on their honeymoons, some for education, jobs, settling down, etc. But going from one country to different is such a huge task because it changes everything. From rules and regulations to food to culture to clothes and many more, the list is too big to be discussed. Thinking of going is as easy as eating food from your hand but applying for a visa is as difficult as going in the lion’s den. You have to take care of minor details.
And you won’t be able to do alone because it requires legalese knowledge as well which agents are having. Yes, you heard it correct. Hiring a migration agent is mandatory which will help you in approval of your application and keep you updated with several rules and regulations. How to choose a migration agent is a very difficult job. You can’t just go and hire any of them. You have to hire an agent having proper knowledge of everything. This article will help you in knowing the migration Agents in Brisbane. Hiring an agent with MARA i.e Migration Agent Registration Authority is proof that this agent is trustworthy.
It is not compulsory for migration agents located outside the country to have registered with OMARA. Now you must be wondering how I will know that a migration agent is registered with OMARA or not. What he will make a fool of me by showing any certificate or maybe fake. Don’t take tension. We have a solution to this problem of yours. All you need is to continue reading.
- Check the seven-digit registration number of your agent.
- With the help of the internet, open the website of OMARA and search for your agent.
- Enter the details asked by the website including their registration number and you will come to know whether your agent is registered or not.
An agent is bound by certain things like:
- Consumer Protection law
- Crime Act
- Criminal Code Act
- Migration Regulations
- The Trade Practices Act
- Code of Conduct as specified in the migration act
To protect you from fraud activities like assuring you of a permanent home, giving employment, etc. All these laws were made and a registered agent has to follow.
- Don’t hide the truth. He should be honest to you about your chances of getting your visa.
- He has to give you an invoice of what he has done.
- He has to keep the records of his client for 7 years.
- Manage your money carefully.
- Keep you updated with the procedure he is doing. He has to give in writing. So you should be having proof.
Always be very careful while choosing your agent. Keep your eyes open and don’t trust blindly.
