Lodging a visa application to become a permanent resident of Australia is a very big decision indeed, we at Ozgo think the decision to move to this great country of Australia is probably the biggest decision you will make in your life, for yourself, and for your family.

Your first steps in migrating to Australia is to find out if you are eligible to settle Australia. This can be completed by making contact with your nearest Australia High Commission, the immigration staff here are able to help and provide relevant information regarding the application process.

The Australian Commonwealth Government, through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship has released a small booklet that provides information about Australian history, culture, society and the values we share to help you understand the values statement before you sign.

Australia welcomes new migrants with valuable skills and qualifications, however searching for employment will be a challenge. It is important to be realistic and understand that you may not be able to find your ‘dream job’ straight away.

What are the first things you should do as soon as you arrive in Australia? Here is a list of the top 7 most important things that you should do as soon as possible after arriving in Australia.

Under Australian immigration law, only a registered Australian Migration Consultant, Agent or Lawyer can give immigration advice to help you prepare and submit a visa application. Migration Agents operating in Australia must be registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (the OMARA).

A Registered Migration Agent is a professional person who is qualified to provide you with advice on your visa options and assist you through your visa process. This could include preparing your submissions and representing with assessing authorities, regional certifying bodies, State/Territory Governments, The Department of Immigration and Citizenship and review tribunals.

As part of the migration process, there are several additional requirements that must be met during the immigration process. These requirements generally fall under four other catagories - adaquate travel documentation, health requirements, character and penal clearance and an Australian Values statement.