Migration Law in Australia

Australia’s migration law, which comprises approximately 140 visa subclasses, is complex and subject to frequent change.

The Migration Act 1958 (the Act) is the primary legislation that establishes the framework for the entry and stay of non–citizens in Australia through a visa system.

A provision within this legal structure is that anyone who uses their knowledge and skill in migration law and procedure to advise or assist with a visa application and other migration matters must be a registered migration agent.

Part 3 of the Act is dedicated specifically to the law governing migration agents, the provision of immigration assistance and the appointment of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) to regulate the migration profession in Australia. This combination of legislative instrument (the Act) and regulatory mechanism (MARA) require obligatory high standards of professional conduct, client accountability and integrity to the profession to be maintained by migration agents.

The Migration Agent Code of Conduct is also incorporated into Australian migration law and sets the standards within which a registered migration agent must practice.

By using an unregistered offshore agent, visa applicants increase the risk of an unsuccessful outcome.  Such agents are not accountable to the regulatory authority, are not required to maintain their knowledge of migration law, policy and procedure or adhere to the migration advice profession’s high industry standards.

All services available through Kasali Migration and Visa Services Australia are provided through registered Migration Agents