Australia & New Zealand Visa FAQs

Yes. Our founder Deep Bharatkumar Mehta is an Australian Registered Migration Agent with Migration Agents Registration Number (MARN) 2519116. You can verify his registration on the official OMARA register before engaging our services.

Yes. Deep Bharatkumar Mehta holds a Full Licence from the Immigration Advisers Authority (IAA) of New Zealand, licence number 202507335. This allows him to give New Zealand immigration advice under the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007.

Our office is at Unit 2/29 Haines Road, Lightsview, SA 5085, close to Adelaide CBD. We also serve clients across Australia and New Zealand through phone, video and email consultations, so you do not need to visit in person.

We serve clients in every Australian city, including Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra, Hobart, Darwin, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Geelong and regional towns. All consultations can be done online, so your location is never a barrier.

We assist clients in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Palmerston North, Napier, Nelson, Rotorua, Queenstown and Invercargill, along with smaller regional towns. Consultations run over phone and video, with documents shared securely online.

Our founder Mr. Deep Mehta brings over 10 years of experience in immigration and visa services. Over this time, the team has guided hundreds of students, professionals and families through Australian and New Zealand migration pathways.

For Australia we handle student visas, temporary work visas, training visas, visitor visas, permanent residency visas, partner visas, employer sponsored visas and parent visas. We also help with skills assessment guidance, health and character requirements and appeals preparation.

For New Zealand we handle student visas, post study work visas, visitor visas, Accredited Employer Work Visas, partner visas, Skilled Migrant Category residence, Green List residence, Care Workforce and Transport sector residence and other permanent residency options.

You can call our Australia line on +61 430 814 404, our New Zealand line on +64 211 980 290, or email [email protected]. You can also book a consultation online through the Book Appointment page or chat with us on WhatsApp.

Visit our Book Appointment page, choose a suitable time and share your basic details. Our team will confirm the slot and send a short checklist so that your first consultation is focused and productive.

Yes. Most of our consultations happen over video or phone. Whether you are in Sydney, Auckland, Perth, Christchurch or overseas, we can assess your profile, review documents and lodge applications fully online.

We review your education, work history, English test results, age, family situation and goals. Based on this, we explain the visa options that suit you, the likely timeline, the documents needed and the estimated government and professional fees.

Keep your passport, current visa details, academic certificates, work experience letters, English test results, and any previous visa refusals ready. For family visas, relationship evidence and family member details are also helpful.

Our assessment and fee structure depends on the visa type and complexity of your case. Please contact our team and we will explain the consultation fee and full service fee clearly in writing before any work begins.

Yes. As a registered agent and licensed adviser, we provide a written service agreement that sets out the scope of work, fees, timelines and responsibilities. Nothing is lodged until you have reviewed and signed it.

No ethical migration agent can guarantee a visa outcome, because decisions are made by the Department of Home Affairs or Immigration New Zealand. What we guarantee is careful assessment, accurate documentation and honest advice to give your application its best chance.

Preparation time depends on how quickly documents are received. A visitor visa can be ready within days, while partner or skilled residence applications may take a few weeks to prepare properly with full evidence.

Yes. Once you appoint us as your agent or adviser, we correspond with the Department of Home Affairs or Immigration New Zealand on your behalf, respond to requests for information and keep you updated at every stage.

Yes. We share regular updates by email, phone or WhatsApp. You can also see the status in your ImmiAccount for Australia or your Immigration New Zealand online account once the application is lodged.

The subclass 500 Student visa lets you study full time in a registered course at an Australian university, TAFE or college. It is used by students in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and regional campuses across the country.

Yes. Student visa holders can work limited hours during the study period and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks. The exact work limit is set by the Australian Government, so please confirm the current rule with us before taking a job.

The Genuine Student requirement asks applicants to show that they truly intend to study in Australia. You explain your study choice, background, ties to your home country and how the course helps your future, supported by evidence.

Most applicants need an accepted English test such as IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL iBT, unless an exemption applies. Your education provider may also set its own English score for admission, which can be higher than the visa requirement.

Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth are popular for their universities and job markets. Regional study areas such as Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, Newcastle and Geelong may offer extra post study benefits and a lower cost of living.

Yes. Your partner and dependent children can usually be included as secondary applicants on your subclass 500 application. You will need to show the relationship, health insurance and enough funds to support the family.

The subclass 590 visa allows a parent, relative or custodian to live in Australia to care for a student who is under 18. The guardian must provide accommodation, welfare and support for the student during their studies.

Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is health insurance for international students in Australia. It is compulsory for subclass 500 visa holders and their dependants for the full visa period, and it must be arranged before lodgement.

You may be able to change your course, but the new course must meet your visa conditions. Moving to a lower level course can require a new visa. Please speak with us before changing providers or courses.

Yes, in many cases. We first review the refusal reasons, then strengthen the weak areas such as Genuine Student evidence or financial documents. If you are onshore, review rights at the Administrative Review Tribunal may also be available.

The subclass 485 visa lets eligible international graduates live and work in Australia after completing their studies. It helps graduates in cities like Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide gain work experience that can support future skilled visa options.

The Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) allows Australian employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers for temporary roles. It replaced the older Temporary Skill Shortage visa and offers clear pathways towards permanent residence for many workers.

Yes, if the employer is an approved sponsor, the role is eligible and you meet skills, experience and English requirements. We assist both the employer and the employee with sponsorship, nomination and visa stages.

The subclass 407 Training visa allows you to complete workplace based occupational training or professional development in Australia. It is often used to gain registration related training or improve skills in your current occupation.

The Working Holiday visas (subclass 417 and 462) let young people from eligible countries holiday and work in Australia for up to a year, with options to extend by doing specified regional work. Eligibility depends on your passport country and age.

The subclass 186 visa is a permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer. It suits workers already in Australia on a temporary employer sponsored visa and those with strong skills in eligible occupations.

The Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa subclass 494 lets regional employers sponsor skilled workers. Areas such as Adelaide, Hobart, Darwin, Geelong, Newcastle and Townsville are classed as regional for migration purposes.

Many skilled and employer sponsored visas need a positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority, such as Engineers Australia, ACS or VETASSESS. We help you identify the right authority and prepare the evidence correctly.

Yes. Most skilled and employer sponsored visas allow your partner and dependent children to join as secondary applicants. Your partner will usually have full work rights, and children can attend school in Australia.

Processing times vary based on the visa subclass, the occupation and the completeness of the application. We give you the latest published processing estimates during consultation and prepare a decision ready application to avoid avoidable delays.

Permanent residency lets you live, work and study in Australia indefinitely. PR holders can access Medicare, sponsor eligible family members and, after meeting residence requirements, apply for Australian citizenship.

The subclass 189 visa is a points tested permanent visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state or family member. You must receive an invitation through SkillSelect after submitting an Expression of Interest.

The subclass 190 visa is a points tested permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory, such as South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales or Queensland. The nomination adds five points to your score.

The subclass 491 visa is a five year provisional visa for skilled workers who live and work in designated regional Australia. After meeting income and residence conditions, holders may apply for permanent residence through subclass 191.

The points test awards points for age, English ability, skilled employment, qualifications, Australian study, partner skills, nomination and other factors. You generally need at least 65 points to lodge an Expression of Interest, though invitations often need more.

An Expression of Interest (EOI) is an online profile in SkillSelect where you record your skills and points. States and the Department use it to invite candidates to apply for skilled visas such as subclass 189, 190 and 491.

Yes. South Australia runs its own state nomination program for subclass 190 and 491 visas, with streams for people living and working in Adelaide and regional SA. Being based in Lightsview, we know the SA program closely.

Studying in Australia can help, as it may give you points for Australian study, regional study and English. Many graduates move from a student visa to a 485 visa and then to an employer sponsored or skilled PR visa.

In general, you need four years of lawful residence in Australia, including at least one year as a permanent resident, while meeting limits on time spent outside the country. You also need to pass the citizenship test.

Yes. Your permanent visa includes a five year travel facility. After it expires, you may need a Resident Return visa to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident if you are not yet a citizen.

The Partner visa allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. It is a two stage process, first temporary and then permanent.

Subclasses 820 and 801 are applied for while you are in Australia, while subclasses 309 and 100 are applied for from outside Australia. Both lead first to a temporary visa and then to a permanent partner visa.

You need evidence across four areas: financial aspects, the nature of the household, social aspects and commitment to each other. Joint bank accounts, a shared lease, photos, travel records and statutory declarations are common examples.

Yes. De facto couples can apply if they have lived together in a genuine and continuing relationship, usually for at least 12 months, or if their relationship is registered in an Australian state or territory.

The subclass 300 visa allows you to come to Australia to marry your Australian partner within nine months of the visa grant. After marriage, you can apply for an onshore partner visa without leaving Australia.

Yes. Once your temporary partner visa is granted, you have full work and study rights in Australia. If you are onshore, a bridging visa may also give you work rights while the application is being processed.

Your application may still continue in some situations, such as family violence, the death of your sponsor or shared children. Each case is different, so please speak with us confidentially to understand your options.

Australia offers contributory parent visas, non contributory parent visas, aged parent visas and the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa subclass 870. They differ greatly in cost, processing time and whether they give permanent residence.

Contributory Parent visas, such as subclasses 143 and 173, require a higher government charge but are generally processed much faster than non contributory options. They lead to permanent residence for parents of settled Australians.

The subclass 870 visa lets parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents visit for three or five years at a time, up to a total of ten years. It does not lead directly to permanent residence.

The balance of family test requires that at least half of the parent's children live permanently in Australia, or that more children live in Australia than in any other single country. It applies to most permanent parent visas.

Often, yes. Parents may apply for a visitor visa to spend time with family in cities such as Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide or Perth while waiting. We advise on timing so that visitor and parent applications do not clash.

The subclass 600 Visitor visa lets you visit Australia for tourism, to see family and friends or for business visitor activities. It is commonly granted for stays of up to three, six or twelve months.

No. Visitor visa holders cannot work for an Australian business or provide services to Australian clients. Limited business visitor activities such as attending meetings or conferences may be allowed under the business visitor stream.

The eVisitor (subclass 651) and Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601) are simple online visitor visas for eligible passport holders, mainly from Europe, the UK, the USA and some Asian countries. Other nationals usually apply for subclass 600.

Show strong ties to your home country, such as employment, property, family and study commitments, along with enough funds for your trip. A clear itinerary and invitation letter from family in Australia can also help.

You may be able to apply for another visitor visa onshore if your current visa does not carry a No Further Stay condition. Lodge well before your visa expires to stay lawful in Australia.

The New Zealand Fee Paying Student visa lets you study full time at an approved provider such as a university, polytechnic or private training establishment in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin and other cities.

Many students on eligible courses can work part time during study and full time during scheduled holidays. The exact hours depend on your course level and current Immigration New Zealand rules, which we confirm for you.

You must show enough funds to pay tuition fees and living costs for your stay, along with an onward travel plan. Immigration New Zealand sets the minimum living cost amount, which we confirm at the time of your application.

Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin and Palmerston North are popular for their universities and polytechnics. Smaller cities like Nelson, Tauranga and Invercargill offer lower living costs and close knit student communities.

Partners of students studying at certain levels, such as eligible postgraduate qualifications, may get an open work visa. Rules depend on your course level, so we check your eligibility before you choose a course.

Dependent children of some student visa holders can attend school as domestic students, depending on your course level. Otherwise they may need their own student visa and pay international fees.

The Pathway Student visa lets you study up to three consecutive programmes with approved providers on a single visa, for up to five years. It suits students planning a clear study path, such as a diploma followed by a degree.

The Post Study Work Visa lets eligible graduates of New Zealand qualifications work for almost any employer for up to three years, depending on the qualification level and where and how long you studied in New Zealand.

You must have completed an eligible qualification in New Zealand, studied for the minimum required period, and apply within the set time after completing study. Some qualifications must also be on the qualifying list for post study work rights.

Partners of Post Study Work Visa holders may be eligible for a partner visa, subject to the rules that apply to your qualification level. We check the current settings for you before you plan your family's move.

Yes, indirectly. The work experience you gain in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington or elsewhere can help you qualify for the Skilled Migrant Category, Green List pathways or an employer based residence route later.

The AEWV is New Zealand's main temporary work visa. An accredited employer offers you a job, completes a job check where required, and you then apply for the visa to work for that employer in that role.

The employer applies to Immigration New Zealand and must show they are a genuine business with good employment practices and commitments to migrant workers. We help New Zealand businesses in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and beyond with accreditation.

A job check confirms that the job pays at least the required rate and that the employer has genuinely tried to find New Zealanders for the role where needed. It must be approved before the worker applies for the AEWV.

You generally need a new job check and either a new AEWV or a variation of conditions to work for a different employer. We guide both workers and employers so that the change is lawful and smooth.

Partners and dependent children may be able to join you, depending on your pay level and role. Partners may receive a visitor visa or a work visa, and children can usually attend school. We check current rules for your case.

The Specific Purpose Work Visa is for people coming to New Zealand for a specific, short term reason, such as installing equipment, coaching or a secondment. It is tied to the specific role and time period.

New Zealand Working Holiday visas let young people from partner countries travel and work in New Zealand for up to 12 or 23 months, depending on their passport. Eligibility, age limits and quotas vary by country.

The Visitor visa lets you visit New Zealand for tourism, to see family or friends, or for some business activities. It is commonly granted for up to nine months, with options for multiple entry.

The New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) is required for visitors from visa waiver countries before travelling. It is applied for online and usually comes with the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy.

No. Visitors cannot work in New Zealand. Some activities like attending meetings or conferences may be allowed, but you need the right work visa to do paid or unpaid work for a New Zealand business.

This multiple entry visitor visa lets parents and grandparents of New Zealand citizens and residents visit for long periods over several years. A sponsor in New Zealand usually supports the application.

The Parent Boost visa is a long term multiple entry visa for parents of New Zealand citizens and residents, allowing extended stays over several years. It needs health insurance and a supporting child. We confirm current details during consultation.

Main pathways include the Skilled Migrant Category, Green List Straight to Residence and Work to Residence, sector agreements such as Care Workforce and Transport, partnership residence, parent residence and investor categories.

The Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) is a points based residence visa. You need six points from professional registration, qualifications or income, combined with New Zealand skilled work experience, and a skilled job or job offer.

Points come from one of three skill indicators: occupational registration, a recognised qualification, or income at a set multiple of the median wage. Points for New Zealand skilled work experience can then top up your total to six.

The Green List is a list of hard to fill roles. Tier 1 roles can apply straight to residence, and Tier 2 roles can apply for residence after working in the role in New Zealand for a set period.

Straight to Residence lets people with a job offer or current job in a Green List Tier 1 role, such as many health, engineering and ICT roles, apply for residence without first working in New Zealand for a set time.

Work to Residence lets people in Green List Tier 2 roles apply for residence after working in that role in New Zealand for the required period, usually around two years, while meeting pay and other requirements.

The Care Workforce pathway lets eligible care workers, such as aged care and disability support workers, apply for residence after working in New Zealand for a set period at or above the required pay rate.

The Transport sector pathway helps eligible bus and truck drivers apply for residence after working in New Zealand in qualifying roles for the required period at the required pay rate.

This visa lets partners of New Zealand citizens and residents apply for residence once they have lived together in a genuine and stable relationship, usually for at least 12 months.

Generally, after holding residence and living in New Zealand for at least five years with the required minimum time spent in the country, you can apply for citizenship. We guide you on the correct residence calculation.

Yes. Our office is in Lightsview, a short drive from Adelaide CBD, Mawson Lakes, Salisbury and Modbury. Adelaide clients can meet us in person or online for student, skilled, partner and employer sponsored visa advice.

Yes. We regularly assist clients in Sydney, Parramatta, Liverpool, Blacktown and the wider NSW region with student visas, 485 graduate visas, partner visas and employer sponsored visas through online consultations.

Yes. Clients from Melbourne, Clayton, Dandenong, Werribee, Point Cook and across Victoria work with us online for student visa extensions, skilled nomination, Skills in Demand visas and partner visas.

Yes. We advise clients in Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast on student, skilled, regional and family visas, including Queensland state nomination options where eligible.

Yes. We help clients in Perth, Fremantle, Joondalup, Mandurah and Bunbury with skilled visas, employer sponsorship and Western Australian state nomination, along with student and partner visa applications.

Yes. Canberra, Hobart and Darwin offer strong study and migration options, including state and territory nomination programs. We support clients in all three cities through online consultations and digital document handling.

For migration purposes, all of Australia except Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane is considered regional. This includes Adelaide, Perth, Gold Coast, Canberra, Hobart, Darwin, Newcastle, Wollongong, Geelong and many more cities.

Regional areas can offer access to subclass 491 and 494 visas, extra points for regional study, longer post study work rights for some graduates, lower living costs and strong demand for skilled workers in many occupations.

Adelaide is known for its quality universities, affordable living and relaxed lifestyle. Because it is classed as regional for migration, graduates may benefit from additional post study and skilled migration options.

You may be able to, but South Australia usually expects you to live and work in the state for a set time before it nominates you. We check the current SA criteria against your plans before you relocate.

Yes. We assist clients across Auckland, including Manukau, North Shore, Waitakere and Papakura, with AEWV, student, post study work, partner and Skilled Migrant Category residence applications.

Yes. Clients in Wellington, Lower Hutt, Porirua and Upper Hutt work with our licensed adviser online for work visas, residence, partner visas and employer accreditation.

Yes. Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region have strong demand in construction, engineering, healthcare and agriculture. We advise on AEWV, Green List roles and skilled residence for clients there.

Yes. We work with clients and employers in Hamilton, Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty, where agriculture, horticulture, manufacturing and healthcare employers often hire skilled migrants through the AEWV.

Yes. Clients in Otago and Southland, including Dunedin, Queenstown and Invercargill, work with us for student, hospitality, tourism, dairy and healthcare related visas, all handled online.

Yes. We support students and workers in Palmerston North, Napier, Hastings, Nelson, Rotorua, New Plymouth and Whangarei with work, study, partner and residence visas through phone and video consultations.

Auckland has the largest job market, followed by Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton and Tauranga. Regional areas also have strong demand in agriculture, aged care, construction, transport and healthcare roles.

Residence rules under the SMC and Green List are generally national, but regional employers often find it harder to recruit locally, which can make job offers easier to get. Living costs are usually lower outside Auckland too.

Australian visa application charges depend on the subclass and are reviewed regularly, often each July. We confirm the latest Department of Home Affairs fee for your visa and explain any extra costs such as health checks or skills assessments.

Immigration New Zealand fees and levies depend on the visa type and your passport country. We confirm the current fee for your application, along with medical, police certificate and translation costs.

We quote a clear professional fee for your visa type in our written service agreement. There are no hidden charges. Government fees, medicals and third party costs are listed separately so you know the full cost.

For some services, we can split our professional fee into stages linked to the work, such as assessment, preparation and lodgement. Please discuss this with our team when you receive your quote.

Government visa application charges are usually not refundable if a visa is refused. This is why careful assessment before lodgement is so important. Our professional fee terms are explained in the service agreement.

Yes. Any document not in English must be translated into English by an accredited or qualified translator. Australian applications often use NAATI translators, while New Zealand accepts translations from recognised translators.

Most permanent visas and many temporary visas need police certificates from each country where you have lived for a set period. We tell you which certificates you need and when to obtain them so they stay valid.

Many visas require medical examinations by panel physicians approved by Australia or New Zealand. Whether you need one depends on your visa type, intended stay, age and country of residence.

Provide reference letters on company letterhead with your job title, duties, dates and hours, plus payslips, tax records and employment contracts. Strong evidence is important for skills assessments and points based visas.

Use bank statements, fixed deposits, education loans or sponsor documents that show the source and availability of funds. Large unexplained deposits can raise concerns, so we review your financial evidence before lodgement.

A certified copy is a copy confirmed by an authorised person as a true copy of the original. Most online applications accept clear colour scans of originals, but some authorities may still request certified copies.

Australia accepts several tests, including IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge C1 Advanced and others listed by the Department. The required score depends on the visa type and the points you want to claim.

Immigration New Zealand accepts tests such as IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge English and others. The required score depends on the visa category, and some applicants may be exempt.

For many Australian skilled visas, English test results are valid for three years. For New Zealand, the test usually must be taken within two years before lodgement. Requirements vary, so check with us first.

Partner and parent visa applicants usually do not need to meet an English requirement to lodge. Some programs, such as English classes for new residents, may become available after arrival.

Applicants must meet health standards so that they are not a risk to public health and do not create significant healthcare costs. Health examinations may be required depending on your visa and circumstances.

Both Australia and New Zealand require applicants to be of good character. Criminal history, false information or certain associations can lead to refusal. Honest disclosure is important, and we advise on how to handle past issues.

A medical condition does not always mean refusal. Some visas offer a health waiver, and outcomes depend on cost and severity. We review your situation confidentially and explain the realistic options.

Read the refusal letter carefully and note any review deadline. Some onshore refusals can be reviewed by the Administrative Review Tribunal. Contact us quickly so we can assess your appeal or reapplication options.

Some declined applications can be reconsidered or appealed to the Immigration and Protection Tribunal, depending on the visa type. We review the decline letter and advise whether to request reconsideration or reapply.

A previous refusal must be declared, but it does not automatically stop a new application. You should address the earlier concerns with stronger evidence. Some refusals involving false information can carry longer bans.

A Section 48 bar may stop you from applying for most visas while in Australia after a visa refusal or cancellation. Only certain visas, such as partner visas, can still be lodged onshore. We check whether it applies to you.

A bridging visa lets you stay lawfully in Australia while your substantive visa application is being processed or reviewed. Conditions on work and travel depend on the type of bridging visa you hold.

Most bridging visas do not let you return to Australia after leaving. You may need to apply for a Bridging visa B before travelling. Always check with us before booking international travel.

An interim visa lets you stay lawfully in New Zealand while your new temporary visa application is being processed, if your current visa expires during that time. Its conditions usually follow your previous visa.

Staying after your visa expires makes you unlawful, which can lead to bans and affect future applications. Contact us immediately if your visa is close to expiry or already expired, so we can explore lawful options.

Yes. We help businesses in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and regional Australia become approved sponsors, lodge nominations and comply with sponsorship obligations for Skills in Demand and permanent employer visas.

Yes. We help New Zealand businesses in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton and regional areas with employer accreditation, job checks and AEWV applications for their migrant staff.

Employers must pay the agreed salary, keep records, notify authorities of certain changes and meet other obligations. In New Zealand, accredited employers must also meet specific settlement and employment commitments.

Timeframes depend on whether the business is already approved or accredited, the occupation and how complete the documents are. Preparing a strong nomination or job check from the start helps avoid delays.

Yes. Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand can sponsor or hire migrant workers if they meet the legal requirements, including being a genuine operating business and offering a genuine role at the right pay.

Both offer quality education and post study work options. Australia has a larger job market and more universities, while New Zealand can offer lower competition and a relaxed lifestyle. We compare both against your course, budget and career plans.

It depends on your occupation, age, qualifications, English and work experience. Some roles move faster under the New Zealand Green List, while others suit Australian points tested or employer sponsored visas. We assess both for you.

Yes. New Zealand citizens can usually live and work in Australia on a Special Category visa (subclass 444). Eligible New Zealand citizens living in Australia may now also have a direct pathway to Australian citizenship.

Yes. Australian citizens and permanent residents can generally live, work and study in New Zealand indefinitely without needing a separate visa, under the Trans Tasman Travel Arrangement.

Yes, there is no rule against applying for visas to both countries. However, each application must be honest and consistent. We can advise on a combined strategy that keeps both options open.

Yes. Because our founder is both an Australian Registered Migration Agent and a New Zealand Licensed Immigration Adviser, we can advise you on both countries and compare pathways in a single consultation.

Yes. Many of our clients come from India and other countries. We guide students and professionals from cities like Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai and Punjab through Australian and New Zealand visa processes online.

No. Consultations, document review and lodgement can all be done online. You only travel once your visa is granted, unless your visa requires you to be in Australia or New Zealand at the time of application.

Yes. As an education service, we help you shortlist courses and institutions in Australia and New Zealand based on your academic background, budget, career goals and future migration options.

Yes. We help you apply to institutions, accept your offer, pay tuition deposits and receive the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for Australia, or the offer of place for New Zealand, before lodging your student visa.

In Australia, you can study for up to three months on a visitor visa. In New Zealand, visitors can usually study one course of up to three months in a year. Longer courses need a student visa.

Yes. Once your visa is granted, we share guidance on travel, accommodation, banking, phone plans, tax file numbers or IRD numbers, and understanding your visa conditions after you arrive.

Apply for a Tax File Number, open a bank account, enrol in Medicare if eligible, update your address with your provider or employer and keep track of your visa conditions and expiry dates.

Apply for an IRD number, open a bank account, register with a GP, find accommodation and keep your visa conditions in mind. If you hold a work visa, make sure you only work as allowed.

In Australia, use VEVO to check your visa conditions and expiry. In New Zealand, your eVisa and Immigration New Zealand online account show your conditions. We can also explain your conditions in plain language.

Yes. A visa can be cancelled if you breach conditions, provided false information or no longer meet requirements. Following your conditions and keeping your agent informed of changes helps protect your visa.

If you are an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen who has been settled in Australia, you may be able to sponsor your parents under a parent visa or the subclass 870 temporary visa.

New Zealand citizens and residents who meet income requirements may sponsor parents through the Parent Resident visa, subject to selection. Parents can also come on long term visitor options like the Parent Boost visa.

Yes. Dependent children can usually be included in most visa applications as secondary applicants. Each child must meet health and character requirements, and you must show custody or consent where needed.

In Australia, a child born in Australia to a visa holder usually gets the same visa as the parents. In New Zealand, separate visa rules apply. We help you complete the right process for your newborn.

The Remaining Relative visa is for people whose only near relatives are living in Australia as citizens or permanent residents. Processing times are very long, so we discuss whether other visas may be more suitable.

We check your occupation against the current skilled occupation lists, the Core Skills Occupation List and state nomination lists for South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and other regions.

We check your job title, duties, qualification and pay against the current Green List, including Tier 1 and Tier 2 roles. Many health, engineering, construction, ICT and trades roles are included.

Yes. Registered nurses are in strong demand in both countries. You will need registration with AHPRA in Australia or the Nursing Council of New Zealand, and then you may qualify for skilled or Green List pathways.

Yes. Many engineering roles are in demand. Australia usually requires a skills assessment from Engineers Australia, while New Zealand may recognise your qualification or registration for SMC or Green List residence.

Yes. ICT roles such as software engineers and developers are common skilled migration occupations. Australia requires an ACS skills assessment for many roles, while some ICT roles feature on the New Zealand Green List.

Chefs and cooks can be eligible for employer sponsored and some skilled visas, depending on the occupation list, pay rate and experience. Hospitality employers in Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland and Queenstown often sponsor such roles.

Yes. Electricians, plumbers, carpenters, welders and other trades are in demand. You may need a trade skills assessment or licence, and many trades are on the Green List and Australian skilled lists.

Yes. Aged care workers may find pathways through employer sponsorship and labour agreements in Australia, and through the Care Workforce sector residence pathway in New Zealand, subject to pay and experience rules.

Rules in both countries change often, sometimes several times a year, especially around July in Australia. That is why we check the latest settings before giving advice and before lodging every application.

Yes, you can lodge your own application. However, a registered agent or licensed adviser can help you avoid common mistakes, choose the right visa and present strong evidence, which can save time and money.

Only registered migration agents can give Australian immigration advice for a fee, and only licensed advisers can give New Zealand immigration advice. Registered professionals follow a code of conduct and are accountable to regulators.

You can search the OMARA register for Australian registered migration agents and the Immigration Advisers Authority register for New Zealand licensed advisers. Our founder's details can be checked on both registers.

Yes. We treat all personal information as confidential and use it only for your visa matter. Documents are stored securely and shared only with the relevant authorities, institutions or parties you approve.

Yes. We help onshore students in cities like Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland and Christchurch with course changes, student visa extensions, graduate visas, post study work visas and planning their next step towards residence.

We try to respond to every enquiry promptly. For urgent matters, such as a visa about to expire, please call or WhatsApp us directly so we can prioritise your case.

Our standard hours are on weekdays, but appointments can sometimes be arranged at other times for clients in different time zones. Please contact us to request a suitable slot.

ImmiAccount is the Australian Department of Home Affairs online system where most visa applications are lodged and tracked. As your agent, we can lodge through our ImmiAccount and keep you updated.

Immigration New Zealand uses an online system where applicants and advisers lodge most visa applications, upload documents and receive updates. Your licensed adviser manages the application through this system.

Business and investor options exist in both countries, but they change frequently and require significant funds and experience. We review the current business and investor settings and tell you honestly whether they suit you.

Yes. We help you apply for a new visa before your current one expires, such as a new student visa, a 485 visa after study, an AEWV extension or a further visitor visa, so you stay lawful.

In some cases, yes, but visitor visas may have conditions that stop further applications onshore. We check your visa conditions first and advise whether to apply onshore or from outside the country.

A Labour Agreement is a formal arrangement between an employer and the Australian Government to sponsor overseas workers where standard visa settings do not meet their needs. Some regional areas use Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs).

A DAMA lets employers in specific regions, such as Adelaide City Technology and Innovation, South Australian regional areas, the Northern Territory and others, sponsor workers with concessions on age, English or salary for certain occupations.

Some DAMAs provide a pathway to permanent residence through employer nomination after a set period of work with the sponsoring employer. The details depend on the specific DAMA and occupation.

A New Zealand Resident visa lets you live permanently but may have travel conditions. A Permanent Resident visa removes those travel limits. Residents can usually apply for a Permanent Resident visa after meeting certain requirements.

Yes. New Zealand residents can usually study at domestic fee rates, subject to some conditions. Residence holders also have access to many public services similar to citizens.

Yes. If your employer is not paying you correctly or is breaching your visa conditions, please speak with us confidentially. Both Australia and New Zealand have protections for migrant workers facing exploitation.

Yes. We guide engineering and other graduates on options such as the subclass 476 visa and professional year programs in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, which may also add points towards skilled migration.

This visa lets the partner of an eligible work visa holder live in New Zealand. Depending on the main applicant's job and pay, the partner may receive a work visa or a visitor visa. We confirm current eligibility for your family.

Call +61 430 814 404 for Australia or +64 211 980 290 for New Zealand, email [email protected], or book through our website. We will assess your profile and map out the right pathway for you.