Check if a Migration Agent is MARA Registered
Verify that your migration agent is registered with the Office of the MARA before engaging their services.
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For the most up-to-date registration status, check the official MARA register directly. You can search by the agent's name or their Migration Agent Registration Number (MARN).
Visit Official MARA Register →What is a MARN?
A MARN (Migration Agent Registration Number) is a unique number assigned to every registered migration agent. It typically starts with a 7-digit number. Every agent must display their MARN on their correspondence and marketing materials. If an agent cannot or will not provide their MARN, this is a significant red flag.
Why Check Registration?
- • Unregistered agents are illegal — it is a criminal offence to provide immigration assistance for a fee without registration
- • No consumer protection — if an unregistered agent makes mistakes, you have no regulatory recourse
- • No insurance — registered agents must carry professional indemnity insurance; unregistered agents don't
- • Risk of scams — the migration industry unfortunately attracts fraudsters who prey on vulnerable applicants
What to Do if an Agent is Not Registered
If you discover that someone providing immigration assistance is not registered with MARA:
- Do not engage their services — stop working with them immediately
- Report them to the Office of the MARA at mara.gov.au
- Contact the police if you believe you've been a victim of fraud
- Find a registered agent through our directory
Can Immigration Lawyers Help Without MARA Registration?
Yes. Australian-admitted solicitors (lawyers) are exempt from MARA registration and can legally provide immigration assistance. They are regulated by their state's Legal Services Commissioner instead. If your advisor is a lawyer, verify their admission through your state's law society rather than MARA.
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