In Australia, only people registered as migration agents can give immigration assistance to people who want to enter or stay in Australia.
It is a criminal offence for an unregistered person to provide immigration assistance or to advertise migration services. Penalties include fines and imprisonment.
If you choose to use the services of a migration agent make sure they are registered by visiting www.mara.com.au or phoning 1300 22 62 72.
What are the dangers of using an unregistered person?
Unregistered people could:
What are the benefits of using a registered migration agent?
Registered migration agents are required to:
Reporting unregistered people
If you make a report about an unregistered person, this will not affect your visa application in any way. Any information will be treated in confidence.
You can make a report by phoning the department free of charge on 1800 009 623
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My visa been canceled while I’m oversees. Before leaving the country the university (ACU), nursing and Melbourne Immigration department are fully aware about the reason and next plan. Now I have to complete my career at RMIT as I have the COE.
I applied for online for new visa on 23.1.12013.
No nay response yet
Could I know the period that will get the visa?
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