MARA Registered Migration Agents
In Australia, it’s compulsory for migration agents to be registered with the Office of the MARA (Migration Agents Registration Authority). Registered migration agents are required to have a comprehensive understanding of Australian migration law and are there to ensure that their clients receive high quality services and accurate advice.
Benefits of Appointing a Registered Migration Agent
Registered Migration Agents (RMA’s) must abide by the professional and ethical directives contained in the Code of Conduct, a legally enforced code administered by the Office of the MARA. By appointing a registered migration agent you can be rest assured that your application will be dealt with in a professional and efficient manner.
MARA Registration
Registered migration agents are regulated by a government led organisation known as the Migration Agents Registration Authority.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Continuing professional development ensures that migration agents maintain and update their professional skills in relation to Australian immigration law.
Legitimate Interests
A migration agent must always act with their client’s best interests in mind and should provide relevant and up to date advice.
Confidentiality
Registered migration agents have a duty to preserve a client’s personal and confidential information at all times.
Professional Conduct
Registered migration agent’s professionalism must be reflected by a sound working knowledge of the Migration Act.
Time Efficiency
Registered migration agents are required to provide an efficient service and must act in a timely manner if the client has provided all the required information.