Migration Advice
Are you a business person looking to settle in Australia? May be you have fallen in love with an Australian and want to lodge a spouse visa. Then why not get expert migration advice and assistance from Tan & Tan Lawyers.
Using a migration agent
If you’re not confident about lodging an application for your Australian visa, or if your case is complex, then your best bet is to use a registered migration agent.
Why choose Tan and Tan Lawyers?
Put simply, because we’ll use our knowledge of Australia’s migration procedures to give you the best advice to suit your circumstances.
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We’ve already assisted business people from South Africa, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, the Netherlands and Indonesia to settle in Australia. Why not let us help you too?
Reliable migration assistance
Raymond Tan, our CEO, is registered with the Migration Agent Registration Authority (MARA)*. He will assess your eligibility and advise you of the most suitable category to apply under.
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Raymond takes his role in assisting thousands to migrate very seriously. So to keep up with the latest legislative changes in migration law, he regularly attends courses.
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This imperative, along with his commitment to professional excellence, ensures you get the best help available.
We want you to succeed
Migration advice is one of the most fulfilling areas of our practice. It’s truly satisfying when an application is approved and we see the families we’ve helped settling down and contributing positively to the Australian society.
We’re affordable!
Our aim is to keep the costs low for our clients. With Tan and Tan Lawyers, you’ll get cost-effective migration advice.
Code of Conduct
All our migration agents are registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) and abide by the Code of Conduct.
Migration Advice FAQ's
Do I need a registered migration agent to apply for an Australian visa?
While it is not legally required to use a migration agent, engaging a registered professional is strongly recommended if you are not confident about the application process or if your case involves any complexity. A MARA registered agent has the training, regulatory oversight, and up to date knowledge of legislative changes needed to assess your eligibility accurately and advise you on the most suitable visa category for your circumstances.
Without professional guidance, common mistakes such as selecting the wrong visa subclass, providing insufficient supporting evidence, or missing procedural deadlines can lead to delays, additional costs, or outright refusal. A registered agent operating under the Code of Conduct set by the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority is also accountable to professional standards, giving you a layer of consumer protection that you would not have if relying on unregistered assistance or lodging the application on your own.
What types of Australian visas can a migration lawyer help with?
A migration lawyer can assist with a wide range of visa categories, including business and investor visas for people looking to settle and operate commercially in Australia, spouse and partner visas for those in a relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and skilled worker visas for professionals meeting occupation and points requirements. The right visa subclass depends on your individual circumstances, which is why a proper eligibility assessment is an important first step.
Tan & Tan Lawyers have assisted business people from countries including South Africa, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, the Netherlands, and Indonesia, giving them practical experience across a variety of visa pathways and national documentation requirements. This breadth of international client experience means the firm is well positioned to handle applications that involve overseas documents, foreign qualifications, and cross border financial evidence, all of which can add complexity to an otherwise straightforward process.
What does MARA registration mean and why does it matter for migration agents?
MARA stands for the Migration Agents Registration Authority, the Australian government body responsible for regulating who can provide immigration assistance for profit. A MARA registered agent has met formal qualification requirements, passed character checks, and is legally bound by a Code of Conduct that sets standards for competence, honesty, and client care.
Registration also requires agents to undertake continuing professional development, ensuring they stay informed about changes to migration law and policy that could affect your application. At Tan & Tan Lawyers, CEO Raymond Tan is personally registered with MARA and regularly attends courses to remain current with legislative updates. This commitment to ongoing education is particularly important in Australian migration law, where visa rules, points thresholds, and processing requirements can change with little notice, and outdated advice can have serious consequences for applicants.
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How much does a migration agent cost in Perth?
Migration agent fees in Perth vary depending on the type of visa, the complexity of the application, and the level of assistance required. Some firms charge premium rates, but Tan & Tan Lawyers take a cost effective approach, keeping fees affordable so that professional guidance does not become a barrier to pursuing your visa application.
Before committing to any costs, you can access free initial advice by email to get a preliminary understanding of your situation and likely pathway. Low cost consultations are also available via Zoom or phone, allowing you to discuss your case in detail and receive a clear outline of the process, expected timeframe, and associated fees before making a decision. This transparency upfront helps you budget accurately and avoids the kind of unexpected charges that can make an already stressful process more difficult.
How do I choose the right visa category to apply under in Australia?
Choosing the correct visa subclass depends on your individual circumstances, including your reason for coming to Australia (business, family, work), your financial position, qualifications, and relationship to any Australian sponsors. Applying under the wrong category is one of the most common and costly mistakes in the migration process, as it can result in refusal and may affect your ability to lodge future applications.
A registered migration agent will assess your eligibility across the available categories and advise you on the most suitable option based on your profile and goals. At Tan & Tan Lawyers, this eligibility assessment is a core part of our service, carried out personally by CEO Raymond Tan, who draws on experience helping applicants from a wide range of countries and professional backgrounds. Getting this initial assessment right is the single most important step in the process, because every subsequent decision, from document preparation to timing of lodgement, flows from it.
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