Frequently Asked Questions

A couple of popular immigration and client portal questions and answers are covered below, if you cannot find what you are looking for please do not hesitate to register for free and ask one of our Visa Specialists today!

Your Client Area Questions

Why Register ?

Registering gives you secure (and private) access to a skilled legal expert that's available to assist you with your specific requirements and position. No need to keep track of hundreds of emails or documents, we do it all for you.

How Long Does It Take?

Registering, and activating your client area takes a minute or two, and when you are all done, a real human will interact with you.

Always Online 24/7

You can access, and interact with your consultants 24/7 from anywhere, on any device, at any time. Update information, download documents and get expert advice from our friendly legal team from anywhere around the world.

Is My Data Secure?

Data is hosted on banking grade encrypted servers. Your data is not shared with government departments (or anyone).

Why Use A Visa Solutions Lawyer?

Talk Directly to Your Lawyer

Liaise directly with the person who is preparing and managing your application, contacting them as often as you need and get answers to any questions at every step of the way. 

Registered Lawyers

Our reputation is very important to us, and it depends on each of our clients being happy & successful in their applications. We extend the best service to ensure a smooth visa application process for you & your family.

25+ Years of Experience

We use our past experience with similar visas applicants to ensure we give you the best advice, with the best possible chance of success - even when others say it can't be done.

Our Finger is on the Pulse

Australian Migration Laws are constantly evolving, we often become aware of changes before the general public and use this knowledge to give your visa application the very best chance of success. 

Visa Application Questions

Who answers my visa queries?

You will be assigned to your own legal expert who will assist and guide you through the entire visa application process from your initial assessment all the way through to your visa grant. 
Your consultant will assist you along every step of the way to ensure your visa application is compiled with the best possible chance of success.

Can My Visa Be Refused by the Department of Home Affairs?

Yes. A surprisingly large number of applicants are unaware how strictly the immigration regulations are enforced and are often unnecessarily refused or delayed due to technical errors on their application or by submitting the wrong supporting documentation. 

Migration Lawyers exist to help you find the best way through the immigration maze and are highly effective in doing so

How long will my application take?

This depends largely on the visa class & stream, as well as the strength and preparation of your visa application.

Skills visas are done in 3 stages (Skills Assessment, EOI and Visa stages) and all 3 stages can take anywhere from 15 to 24 months.

Partner visas average around 12 to 18 months.

We will provide you with detailed time estimates for your application in your assessment report.

How many points do I need for a skilled visa?

This depends on a few factors such as occupation, supply & demand for that occupation, number of applications in the EOI queue, type of visa and more. 

Generally though, you would want to claim at least 80 points for a Skilled Independant 189 Visa, and between 70 and 75 (ex state points) for Skilled Nominated 190 Visa.

Do I need to mail hard-copies?

Generally no. Almost all applications are done electronically these days, with the exception of some skills assessments and particular visa subclasses. All of your visa applications documents can be uploaded into our client portal and electronically secured. 

You do not even need to certify most documents anymore. Your visa consultant will assist you with the right document preparation requirements.

What are the visa costs ?

Australian Government fees can make visa applications a costly process, which makes it critical to get your application right the first time.

Our professional fees depend on the type of service you require - we offer fully serviced applications right through to a guided DIY / assistance services. A package for everyone's budget!

Our assessment report will provide you with a detailed cost breakdown for all stages of your application suited to your specific circumstances.

Have further questions?

We're always be happy to help.

Comprehensive Online Consultation

Register online for an assessment and answers to any and all questions you may have about the visa process, whether you're just starting or already sitting with a completed IELTS & Skills Assesment.
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Assistance with DIY Visas

Have you opted to DIY your visa application? No worries! If you have any once-off questions we can still help. Click below to submit your question, big or small, and one of our friendly team will provide a full answer built on over 25 years of experience.
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