Frequently Asked Questions
I need help with choosing a correct visa. What visa should I choose?
All visas depend on your individual situation. We can help you with personalised visa choice. In order to do this, we need to know more about your individual background, and you can book an appoinment with us to proceed.
What is Australian PR (Permanent Residency)?
You can become a permanent resident of Australia by applying for and being granted a permanent visa that allows you to remain in Australia indefinitely. The most common permanent visas include some skilled work and family visas.
What are Skilled Work Visas?
Skilled Work Visas are available to individuals who are qualified to work or train in an eligible skilled occupation in Australia and can meet all other requirements. Some examples of these type of visas are: Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189), Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190), Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa (subclass 186), Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482), Training visa (subclass 407), Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).
What is a Student Visa?
Visit Australia to participate in an eligible course of study in Australia, travel in and out of Australia, work up to 48 hours a fortnight when your course of study or training is in session. We can help you choose an appropriate course of study.
Can I bring my parent/guardian on a student visa to Australia?
You can come to Australia with your parent/guardian so that they can provide care and support for you if you are under 18 years of age or older due to exceptional circumstances.
Can I bring my partner/family members on a student visa?
You can bring your partners or spouse/Members of Your Family Unit (MOFU) on a student visa.
Do I really need an Immigration Lawyer?
There are many know-it-all scammers waiting to cheat you even the Australian Immigration Department does not monitor people offshore claiming to be migration agents. We believe in transparency and ethical behaviour. As lawyers, we are held to a higher standards than migration agents and we have a fiduciary relationship with you.
Do I require a health insurance for visas?
In the majority of cases, visitors to Australia do not have access to Medicare, and are therefore responsible for all costs associated with hospital, medical and para-medical health care rendered in Australia, whether provided in a public and or private hospital setting.
Eligibility under Medicare is governed by the Health Insurance Act 1973, is generally restricted to people who are permanently residing in Australia, and are either:
- Australian citizens
- permanent visa holders
- New Zealand citizens, or in certain circumstances, applicants for permanent residence visas.
In the absence of Medicare eligibility, all visitors to Australia are strongly recommended to make their own arrangements for private health insurance (regardless of whether or not it is a visa condition) to ensure they are fully covered for any unplanned medical and or hospital care they may need while in Australia.
How long does it take to get a visa grant?
Australia’s visa processing times are different for each visa, and we advice you of the processing time when you apply for a visa with our help.
How can I make an appointment with you?
You can make an appointment by filling in the form on our website.
Qualified Legal Practitioner
Trust the expertise of our service for all your immigration needs, whether it's student, work visas, permanent residence, or citizenship. We are committed to providing outstanding legal services tailored to your individual situation.
Over 40 Years of Experience
With over 40 years of experience, our principal lawyer Lesley Simons has successfully obtained hundreds of visas, ensuring the best possible outcome for her clients. Let us guide you through the complexities of immigration law with personalized attention and care to save your precious time and money.
Qualifications
Our principal lawyer Lesley Simons has graduated from Monash University in 1983 with a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws. She obtained a Master of Law from the College of Law, Sydney.