CharlesdS Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 We are still in the very beginning stages of the process, actually still deciding whether to do the application ourselves or to make use of one of the Immigration agents. Any suggestions on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hi there, and welcome to the forum.There are so many differing opinions on this - so my suggestion would be to do a topic search (top right hand corner) on immigration agents, see what you come up with.We used an immi agent (MARA registered) becausse we wanted someone to do it for us, however a lot of people reckon if you have a straightforward case - then do it yourself - and other forum members will help with ideas along the way!Take care, and good luckred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ready2go Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Welcome de Swart family. We have used the services of an agent and todate have been happy with their services. Its a personal choice. Just make sure they are registered. If you do go it alone, there is so much free advice here and people will assist you wherever they can. Good luck with your plans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dax Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Welcome on the forum!It would depend on the type of visa you opt for.I'm not sure of all the others, but one can do the 175 by oneself, it's pretty straightforward. There are a lot of info on the forum in this respect.Cheers,Dax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mara Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 I agree, if your application is straight forward, then do it yourself, will save you a lot of money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arleneg75 Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Welcome. What visa are you applying for?We are busy with a 457 at the moment and also kinda preparing for a 175 at the same time. We (actually I) are doing it ourselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leigh MC Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hi and welcome to the forumIf your case is straight forward, and you manage to get the points, or a job - then do it yourself. There is so much info available to you out there... including on this forum - so you really should be able to go it alone, and save the money!Also have a good read through www.immi.gov.au... all the different visa options are detailed there.Good luck with it,Leigh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enrica Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hi and welcome to the forum.regardsEnrica Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maritza2 Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hi! Welcome! And enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllisonW Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hi there,Firstly welcome. You are at the right place.We are going on a straight forward 175 but am still using an agent. I know my luck! If i can mess it up, i probably will! Not taking any chances!I have found my agent useful and he will always assist. Even with the stupid questions! LOLYour choice!Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordy Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Howzit guys. Welcome to the roller coaster ride that is immigration. One day, not far from now, you will experience the highest of highs when you get that "Visa granted"letter. A week later you will be crying because you said goodbye to a friend. We are here for you all the way and we understand what you are about to undertake - we are all in the same boat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoMar Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hello there and welcome to this wonderful forum! You are going to find lots of great advice here from the beginning of the visa process right through to the end (and some more)!!Hope you enjoy the rollercoaster ride!RoMar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conrad Posted July 11, 2008 Report Share Posted July 11, 2008 Hi thereWelcome to forum and have hours of fun gaining knowledge regarding your move to Oz.Take time to look at all the sites on the forum, as a lot of them shed different light on certain aspects regarding the immigration process.Chow Conrad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlesdS Posted July 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 14, 2008 Hi,Thanks for all the information, have enough points for both 176 / 175, and we decided to not use an agent to do the whole process for us, but do it by ourselves. RegardsCharles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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