Australian visa & migration advice
Your future in Australia, planned with clarity.
Sharma Migration helps skilled professionals, students, families and employers understand their Australian visa options and move forward with a clear, realistic plan.
Start Your Visa Assessment- Registered Migration Agent · MARN 1574865
- Individuals, families & employers
- Office in Williams Landing, Melbourne · clients Australia-wide
Where are you in your journey?
Choose a starting point to explore your options.
- I want to work in Australia Skilled and employer sponsored options
- I want to study in Australia Student and graduate pathways
- I want to join my partner or family Partner, parent and child visas
- I am an employer Sponsor and retain skilled staff
Not sure where to start? Start a visa assessment
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Real journeys, one clear plan
In one minute: what our clients say, and the main pathways we help with, from employer sponsorship and family visas to study and skilled migration.
- Client stories and reviews
- Employer sponsored visas
- Family visas
- Student visas
- Skilled migration
Visa pathways
Find the right pathway to Australia
Whether you plan to work, study, join family, visit or settle permanently, start with the area that best matches your goal.
Not sure which visa suits you?
Start Your Visa AssessmentWhy choose us
Why choose Sharma Migration
Migration decisions affect your career, family and future. Our role is to give you accurate, practical advice and handle the process with care.
Registered and accountable
Advice is provided by a registered migration agent who must follow the Code of Conduct for registered migration agents.
Honest assessments
We explain your realistic options, including when a pathway is unlikely to suit you, before you spend time and money on an application.
Support from start to finish
From your first question to lodgement and any requests from the Department, you know what is happening and what comes next.
Australia-wide and overseas
Advice for clients in any Australian state or territory, and for people planning their move from overseas.
Pathways in focus
What to know before you apply
A general overview of the main pathways. Requirements change and depend on your circumstances, so use this as a starting point, not as advice.
Skilled migration
For professionals and tradespeople whose occupation is in demand in Australia.
Key considerations
- Your occupation generally needs to appear on a relevant skilled occupation list.
- Most pathways need a positive skills assessment from the authority for your occupation.
- Points-tested visas consider factors such as age, English ability, qualifications and work experience.
- Some pathways also require nomination by a state or territory government.
Employer sponsorship
For workers with a job offer from an Australian employer, and the businesses sponsoring them.
Key considerations
- The employer usually needs approval as a sponsor and must nominate the position.
- The role and salary need to meet the requirements of the program.
- The worker must show the skills, qualifications and English the role requires.
- There are temporary and permanent options, and some temporary visas lead to permanent residence.
Student migration
For people planning to study a registered course in Australia.
Key considerations
- Your course must be registered for international students on CRICOS.
- You need to show you are a genuine student with the means to support your stay.
- Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the duration of your visa.
- Student visas come with conditions, including limits on work, that you must follow.
Partner and family migration
For partners and family members of Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible New Zealand citizens.
Key considerations
- Partner visas require strong evidence of a genuine and continuing relationship.
- Different visas apply depending on whether you apply in or outside Australia.
- Your sponsor also needs to meet sponsorship requirements.
- Parent visa options differ significantly in cost and waiting time.
Visitor visas
For holidays, visiting family and friends, and short business trips.
Key considerations
- You need to show you intend a genuine temporary stay.
- Evidence of enough money to support your visit is usually required.
- Work is generally not permitted on a visitor visa.
- Holders of some passports can apply for an ETA or eVisitor instead.
Graduate visas
For international students who have recently completed eligible study in Australia.
Key considerations
- Eligibility depends on your qualification, when you completed it, your age and your English.
- There is a strict deadline to apply after completing your course.
- You generally need to hold an eligible visa when you apply.
- Many graduates use this period to build experience for a skilled or employer sponsored visa.
Business and investment
For business owners, senior executives, entrepreneurs and investors.
Key considerations
- Some business and investment programs are closed to new applications.
- Other options, including employer sponsored and state-nominated pathways, may suit business owners.
- Business history, ownership, turnover and assets all need careful evidence.
- Settings change often, so the strategy should be checked against current rules.
Regional opportunities
For skilled workers and families open to building a life outside Australia's largest cities.
Key considerations
- Australia's definition of a regional area is broader than many people expect.
- Regional provisional visas require you to live and work in a designated regional area.
- Some regional visas offer a pathway to permanent residence once conditions are met.
- Each state and territory runs its own nomination program with different priorities.
How it works
Your journey to Australia
Six clear steps from your first question to a decision, with an explanation of what is needed from you at each stage.
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Step 1
Initial enquiry
Tell us about your situation through the visa assessment, by phone or on WhatsApp.
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Step 2
Consultation
Discuss your circumstances and goals in detail with a registered migration agent.
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Step 3
Eligibility and strategy
We assess your options and recommend a clear, realistic pathway.
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Step 4
Documentation
We give you a tailored checklist and review your evidence before anything is lodged.
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Step 5
Application and lodgement
Your application is prepared carefully and lodged with the Department of Home Affairs.
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Step 6
Ongoing support
We keep you informed and respond to any requests until a decision is made.
Employer services
Hiring skilled workers from overseas?
We help Australian businesses understand their sponsorship options, prepare compliant nominations and support their people through the visa process.
Sponsorship applications
Becoming an approved sponsor and preparing nominations for overseas workers.
Skilled workforce planning
Matching the roles you cannot fill locally with suitable visa pathways.
Requirements guidance
Understanding nomination requirements such as salary rules and labour market testing.
Sponsor obligations
Help meeting your ongoing obligations as a sponsoring employer.
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About us
About Sharma Migration
Sharma Migration provides Australian migration advice to individuals, families and businesses, with a focus on clear explanations and careful preparation.
- Clear advice in plain English
- A strategy based on your circumstances, not a template
- Fees explained in writing before work begins
- MARN
- 1574865
- Areas served
- Clients across Australia and overseas
Not sure which pathway fits?
Answer a few short questions about your goals, background and current visa. We review every assessment and contact you about the options that may suit you.
Resources
Helpful official resources
Reliable information comes from official sources. These government tools are a good place to check current details.
- Explore visa options Department of Home Affairs The Department's official tool for exploring visas by purpose. Visit official site (opens in a new tab)
- Visa processing times Department of Home Affairs Current global processing times, updated regularly by the Department. Visit official site (opens in a new tab)
- SkillSelect Department of Home Affairs Where skilled workers submit an expression of interest for points-tested visas. Visit official site (opens in a new tab)
- CRICOS course search Department of Education Check that an institution and course are registered for international students. Visit official site (opens in a new tab)
FAQ
Common questions
General information only. For advice about your situation, please book a consultation.
What happens during a consultation?
We discuss your background, goals and timeframe, explain the visa options that may be available to you, and outline the next steps, documents and likely costs involved. It helps to have your passport, qualifications, work history and any current visa details to hand.
Can you guarantee that my visa will be granted?
No. Visa decisions are made by the Department of Home Affairs, and no migration agent can guarantee an outcome. What we can do is give you honest advice about your prospects and help you prepare a complete, well-supported application.
Do I have to use a migration agent?
No. You can apply for an Australian visa yourself. Many people choose a registered migration agent for help understanding their options, preparing evidence and communicating with the Department.
How are your fees worked out?
Fees depend on the visa and the complexity of your matter. Before any work begins, you receive a written agreement and estimate of fees, which is separate from government application charges.
Can visa requirements change after I start?
Yes. Australian migration law, occupation lists and visa requirements change regularly, sometimes with little notice. This is one reason to get advice based on current rules before you apply.
Where can I check current processing times?
The Department of Home Affairs publishes current processing times on its website. Times vary by visa and change regularly.
Ready to plan your move to Australia?
Book a consultation with a registered migration agent and leave with a clear understanding of your options and next steps.
Prefer to talk? Call +61 430 027 598 or message us on WhatsApp (opens WhatsApp)
Contact
Our office and how to reach us
Our office is in Williams Landing, in Melbourne's west. We advise clients across every Australian state and territory, and people planning their move from overseas.