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Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA)

The Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) is an Australian government body that regulates migration agents who provide immigration and visa advice to people looking to move to Australia. MARA is part of the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA), which is overseen by the Department of Home Affairs. . . . Read more

Buying a House in Australia

Buying a house could be a daunting task specially with so many options to choose from in any major city in Australia. House prices in Australia vary widely from region to region depending upon the proximity from the centre of the city & public transport, quality of suburbs and size/build . . . Read more

Understanding the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in Australia

The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) is an Australian government program that subsidizes the cost of a wide range of prescription medications. Established in 1948, the PBS aims to provide affordable access to necessary medicines for all Australians, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent individuals from receiving essential treatments. Under . . . Read more

Migrating to Regional Australia

The Australian Government has implemented several programs to attract migrants to regional areas, aiming to boost local economies and address labor shortages. Visa Options for Regional Australia Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491): A temporary visa for skilled workers to live and work in designated regional areas. It provides . . . Read more

Getting an Australian Permanent Residency

Australian permanent residency is the legal entitlement to stay and work in Australia for an indefinite period. An easy explanation of permanent residency would be to think that it’s like being an Australian citizen but without the right to vote and some other restrictions. An Australian Permanent Residency (PR) visa . . . Read more

Getting an Australian Citizenship

Australian citizenship law is administered by the Department of Home Affairs which can issue certificates of citizenship or provide other related proof or evidence. Australian passports, however, are issued by the Australian Passport office which operates independently under the Government of Australia, with oversight from the Department of Foreign Affairs and . . . Read more