Free Migration Agent Consultations in Australia: What to Expect

Yes, many do. A free initial consultation (typically 15-30 minutes) is common practice. During this meeting, the agent will:

• - Listen to your situation and visa goals
• - Give a general assessment of your eligibility
• - Explain which visa options may be available to you
• - Provide a quote for their services

Note: A free consultation is not free legal advice. The agent will give you a general overview, not a detailed case analysis. For that, you will need to engage their services.

Make the most of your time by asking:

1. Which visa pathway do you recommend for my situation?
2. How many cases like mine have you handled?
3. What is your success rate for this visa type?
4. What are your fees and what do they include?
5. How long will the process take?
6. What documents will I need to provide?
7. Do you charge if my application is refused?
8. How will you communicate with me during the process?

A good agent will answer these questions transparently. Be cautious of agents who guarantee outcomes — no legitimate agent can guarantee a visa.

• - Guarantees a visa outcome — No one can guarantee this
• - Pressures you to sign immediately — A good agent gives you time to decide
• - Cannot provide their MARN — All legitimate agents have a MARA Registration Number
• - Asks for full payment upfront — Most agents use staged payments
• - No written fee agreement — Required by MARA Code of Conduct

Always verify the agent is registered using our MARA Check tool.

Free consultation (15-30 min): - General eligibility overview - Visa pathway recommendations - Fee quote

Paid assessment (60-90 min, typically \-500): - Detailed case analysis - Points calculation and optimisation - Document review - Written assessment report - Specific action plan

If you are serious about applying, the paid assessment is often worth it — it can save you thousands by identifying issues before you apply.