Useful Links for Australian Migration

DEPARTMENT OF IMMIGRATION & CITIZENSHIP (DIAC)
http://www.immi.gov.au/

In 2007, the Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA) was replaced by the Department of Immigration & Citizenship (DIAC).  The DIAC is responsible for immigration, border control, citizenship, ethnic and multi-cultural affairs.

1. To check the progress of an application (you must have your “Transaction Reference Number”) --- http://www.immi.gov.au/e_visa/check-progress.htm
   
   
2. For information on the Electronic Travel Authority (“ETA”) Program, allowing individuals to travel to Australia for tourism or business with a stay of no more than 3 months --- http://www.immi.gov.au/e_visa/eta.htm
   
   
3. For important updates and press releases regarding recent changes in legislation and immigration policy in Australia --- http://www.immi.gov.au/legislation/amendments/
   
   
4. Visa Entitlement and Verification Online (VEVO) – the free online facility to confirm the details of your visa and check visa status --- http://www.immi.gov.au/managing-australias-borders/compliance/working-legally/evo-for-visa-holders.htm
   
   
5. Information regarding travel to Australia and requirements for entry at all air and sea ports --- http://www.immi.gov.au/managing-australias-borders/border-security/travel/
   
   

Skilled migrants, wishing to work in Australia, are assessed based upon a point system, with points awarded for work experience, qualifications and language proficiency.  If you have questions about the Australian point system, please contact our office.

MIGRATION AGENT REGISTRATION AUTHORITY
www.mara.com/au

The Australian Migration Agents' Code of Conduct is available at http://www.themara.com.au

DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS & TRADE
http://www.dfat.gov.au/

The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is the lead agency for Australian foreign policy and affairs overseeing Australian government offices located around the world.

For information on Australian Embassies, High Commissions, Consulates and Missions around the world --- http://www.dfat.gov.au/embassies.html

For information on passport applications, renewal, and overseas issuance --- https://www.passports.gov.au/Web/index.aspx

For information on visas and travel for Australian nationals --- http://www.dfat.gov.au/visas/

The Australian government has recently created the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations, available at http://www.dewr.gov.au/

OTHER USEFUL LINKS

Australian Customs
http://www.customs.gov.au/site/page.cfm

Australian Taxation Office
http://www.ato.gov.au/

AusTrade website
http://www.austrade.gov.au/

Australian Securities & Investment Commission
http://www.asic.gov.au/asic/asic.nsf

For assistance, please complete our consultation questionnaire and send to Info@LevinImmigration.com or contact us by phone at +61 (2) 9236-7389 (from within Australia) OR +1 404 543-8043 (from within the U.S.)