Frequently Asked Questions

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Australian Migration

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Frequently Asked Questions ~ Australian Migration ~

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • In Turner-Rowe Migration, we offer professional Australian visa advice and immigration assistance to individuals and families who want to migrate to Australia or move to Australia, including support with Australian visa applicationssuch as visa advice and eligibility assessments, Student Visas, Partner Visas, Work Visas, Sponsor Visas, Skills Assessments, and Permanent Residency (PR) Visas for Australia.

    We also provide personalised one-on-one consultations tailored to your unique situation, including Australia visa eligibility assessment, document preparation, lodgement, and communication with the Department of Home Affairs, helping you understand Australia visa requirements, PR pathways, and the Australian immigration process, and guiding you through how to apply for an Australian visa.

  • Yes. We are registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA). This means we are legally authorised to provide Australian immigration advice and must follow a strict Code of Conduct.

    Find our Australian Registered Migration Agent details in the MARA portal:

    MARN: 1913375

  • Getting started with Turner-Rowe Migration is quite simple. Please feel free to contact us through our contact form, we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • No, migration agents can’t guarantee approval. Only the Department of Home Affairs makes the final decision. However, we help you maximise your chances by ensuring your application is complete, accurate, and decision ready.

  • Australia visa processing times vary by visa type, but generally:

    • Visitor/short-stay visas: often processed within days to a few weeks.

    • Student visas: typically around 1–3 months (some faster or slower depending on documents and assessment).

    • Temporary skilled visas: often take a few months.

    • Permanent or partner visas: can take about 1 year or more.


      Exact times depend on the specific subclass, completeness of your application, and current workloads.


      Please follow the link for more information about Australia visa processing times:
      https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-processing-times?utm_source=chatgpt.com

  • If your visa is refused, we will help you:

    • Review the refusal reasons

    • Advise on appeal options (if available)

    • Discuss re-application strategies

    Some matters may be reviewable at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.

  • A migration agent is a licensed professional who provides expert advice on visa applications, immigration laws, and residency pathways.

    • Work with a migration agent if visas and immigration laws are involved

    An education agent helps students choose and apply to universities, colleges, and available courses in Australia.

    • Go with an education agent if you're starting your study in Australia