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A Migration Agent assists people with the migration application process. You might provide advice on laws and visas and guide clients through necessary paperwork. Migration Agents help clients lodge their applications and may speak to government agencies on their behalf. You might liaise with families and employers in this role.
Migration Agents should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important you are a good problem solver and can manage your time well. Migration Agents must be able to follow correct procedures and have excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to be able to complete a range of administrative tasks in this position.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Migration Agent.
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Become a registered Migration Agent with the Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law and Practice. This post-graduate qualification introduces you to Australian migration laws, the visa system, and the regulatory role of OMARA. You’ll learn how to assist clients through the visa application process while ensuring legal compliance and ethical conduct. Please note: this qualification is a pathway to registration with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA), but graduates will need to pass an additional capstone exam. Enquire now for admissions criteria, the full list of study units, and universities that offer the Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law and Practice..
Average duration: 24 months.
In Australia, a full time Migration Agent generally earns $1,540 per week ($80,080 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry is expected to grow moderately in coming years. There are currently 2,300 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Migration Agent. Migration Agents may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Migration Agent, consider enrolling in a Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law and Practice. This course will introduce you to Australian migration laws, the visa system and the regulatory roles of OMARA. You’ll learn to assist clients through the visa application process while ensuring legal compliance and ethical conduct.
We’ll find nearby campuses and check if you’re eligible for funding in your state.
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