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The 7 Best Migration Agents in Australia (2026)

Updated October 2026 · 7 picks

Good migration agents and immigration lawyers in Australia in 2026 include Fragomen for employer-sponsored and corporate visas, Australian Migration Lawyers and Work Visa Lawyers for individuals and appeals, Hannan Tew in Melbourne and Perth, and Visa Solutions Australia and Migration Expert, both trading since 2002. Always check the OMARA register first.

How we chose

This is a shortlist of established migration practices, not a ranking. Each one has a real office in Australia, its own website and a clear immigration focus; we mixed a global corporate firm with law firms and agencies that work mainly for individuals and families, across several cities. We described each from what it says it does. Nobody paid to be included and there are no affiliate links. We do not repeat firms' own success-rate claims as fact.

Nothing here is migration or legal advice. Before you pay anyone, check the individual adviser — not just the business — on the OMARA register of migration agents: it shows their MARN and any sanctions. Immigration lawyers with an unrestricted practising certificate no longer need to register with OMARA, so check them with their state Law Society instead. Fees and visa rules change; get a written fee agreement.

You do not need an agent to apply for an Australian visa, but the rules change often and a refused application can be costly to fix. Australia regulates who may give immigration advice: registered migration agents appear on the OMARA register, and Australian lawyers with an unrestricted practising certificate can also give immigration advice. Anyone else charging for visa help is breaking the law.

1. Fragomen — Sydney CBD, NSW

The global immigration firm most large employers use for sponsored visas.

Specialty Employer-sponsored visas, corporate immigration programs, global mobilityBest for Employers, HR teams and relocating employees

Fragomen is one of the world's largest immigration practices, and its Australian business runs from Sydney with links to its Asia Pacific and worldwide offices. It focuses on corporate immigration: sponsored work visas, employer nominations, compliance for sponsors and managing visas for whole workforces.

If your employer is moving you to Australia, there is a good chance Fragomen (or a firm like it) is already handling your visa. Individuals applying on their own will usually find a smaller agency better suited.

Good to know: Relocating with a job? Ask HR whether the company's immigration provider covers your partner's visa too.

Level 7, 179 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000

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2. Australian Migration Lawyers — Sydney CBD, NSW (offices nationwide)

A large independent migration law firm with offices in every major city.

Specialty Partner, skilled, employer-sponsored and family visas, refusals and appealsBest for Individuals, families and employers anywhere in Australia

Australian Migration Lawyers calls itself Australia's largest independent migration law firm, with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and the Gold Coast. Its team of lawyers and agents covers the full range of visas, plus refusals, cancellations and tribunal appeals.

It suits people who want lawyers rather than agents, or who are already in trouble with a refusal. It also says it can help in languages including Spanish and Vietnamese.

Good to know: It does not offer free consultations for every matter — confirm any consultation fee when you book.

Level 11, 66 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000

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3. Work Visa Lawyers — Hindmarsh, Adelaide, South Australia

An Adelaide-based immigration law firm founded by immigration lawyers.

Specialty Skilled, employer-sponsored, business, partner and student visas; appealsBest for Skilled migrants, employers and families, including regional applicants

Work Visa Lawyers is an Adelaide migration firm founded by immigration lawyers and led by principal lawyer Chris Johnston, who has close to 20 years in immigration law. Its team of lawyers and registered agents covers skilled, regional, employer-sponsored, business and family visas, and appeals.

South Australia's state-nominated and regional visa streams make an Adelaide firm a sensible choice if you are targeting SA, but it works with clients nationally and offers video appointments.

Good to know: Its office is a few minutes from Adelaide Airport, with free parking at the rear.

212 Port Road, Hindmarsh SA 5007

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4. Hannan Tew Lawyers — Melbourne CBD, Victoria (also Subiaco, Perth)

Specialist immigration lawyers in Melbourne and Perth with a published cost calculator.

Specialty Partner, skilled, employer-sponsored and parent visas; refusals and tribunal workBest for Individuals, families and businesses

Hannan Tew is a specialist immigration law firm with offices in Melbourne and Perth (both by appointment). It works for individuals and businesses across partner, skilled, employer-sponsored and family visas, and on refusals and reviews.

Its cost calculator for the most common visa types is a useful way to see likely fees before you call — rare among law firms.

Good to know: Use the cost calculator on its site before booking, then confirm the quote in writing.

Level 3, 162 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

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5. Visa Solutions Australia — Leederville, Perth, WA (also Sydney and Melbourne)

Registered agents and lawyers trading since 2002, with offices in Perth, Sydney and Melbourne.

Specialty Skilled, employer-sponsored, partner and business visasBest for Skilled migrants, families and employers

Visa Solutions Australia says it has offered immigration services since 2002, with registered migration agents and immigration lawyers in Perth (its base, in Leederville), Sydney (North Strathfield) and Melbourne. Its team speaks more than 12 languages.

It suits families and skilled migrants who want an established agency with offices in more than one state, and employers sponsoring staff.

Good to know: Ask for an adviser who speaks your language — it lists 12+ languages across its team.

Unit 5, 262 Oxford Street, Leederville WA 6007

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6. Migration Expert — South Melbourne, Victoria

A long-running online-first visa service with MARA-registered agents, operating since 2002.

Specialty Skilled, partner, family, student and visitor visas; corporate immigrationBest for Applicants overseas and in Australia who prefer to work online

Migration Expert has been helping people with Australian visas since 2002 and works largely online, with registered migration agents and an office in South Melbourne. It handles most visa types for individuals as well as corporate immigration.

It suits applicants still overseas who want a structured, online process. Book a consultation first to confirm you are eligible before paying for full handling.

Good to know: Pay for an eligibility consultation before committing to a full package.

Suite 131, 101 Moray Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205

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7. Pace Migration — Sydney CBD, NSW

A Sydney migration and education consultancy with more than 15 years in the field.

Specialty Skilled, student, partner and employer-sponsored visas; education pathwaysBest for Students, graduates and skilled migrants

Pace Migration is a Sydney CBD migration and education consultancy that says it has more than 15 years in the industry. It handles skilled, partner and employer-sponsored visas and, as an education consultancy, helps students choose courses and move from student to skilled visas.

It suits international students and recent graduates in Sydney planning a path to permanent residency.

Good to know: Check the individual agent's MARN on the OMARA register before signing.

Level 15, Suite 1502, 99 Bathurst Street, Sydney NSW 2000

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a migration agent cost in Australia?

Professional fees vary with the visa: a short paid consultation is often a few hundred dollars, while full handling of a skilled, partner or employer-sponsored visa commonly runs to several thousand dollars. That is on top of the visa application charge paid to the Department of Home Affairs, which for a partner visa is close to A$10,000. Agents must give you a written estimate before starting.

Migration agent or immigration lawyer — which do I need?

For most straightforward applications a registered migration agent is enough. A lawyer is worth it if you have had a visa refused or cancelled, have character or health issues, or may need to go to the Administrative Review Tribunal or court. Several firms below have both lawyers and registered agents.

How do I check a migration agent is registered?

Search the agent's name or MARN (Migration Agent Registration Number) on the OMARA register run by the Department of Home Affairs. It shows whether their registration is current and any disciplinary action. For a lawyer, check the practising certificate with the Law Society or legal regulator in their state.

Which visa lets me move to Australia to work?

The main routes are employer sponsorship — the Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482), which replaced the TSS visa in December 2024, and the permanent Employer Nomination Scheme (186) — and the points-tested skilled visas (189, 190 and 491), which need a skills assessment and an invitation. Partner, family, student and business or innovation visas are the other common pathways.

What happens if my visa is refused?

Read the refusal letter carefully: it states whether you can seek review and the deadline, which is often short. Most onshore refusals can be reviewed by the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART), which replaced the AAT in October 2024. Get advice quickly from an immigration lawyer or registered agent experienced in appeals.

1. Fragomen — Sydney CBD, NSW

2. Australian Migration Lawyers — Sydney CBD, NSW (offices nationwide)

3. Work Visa Lawyers — Hindmarsh, Adelaide, South Australia

4. Hannan Tew Lawyers — Melbourne CBD, Victoria (also Subiaco, Perth)

5. Visa Solutions Australia — Leederville, Perth, WA (also Sydney and Melbourne)

6. Migration Expert — South Melbourne, Victoria

7. Pace Migration — Sydney CBD, NSW

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