Migration Lawyer Services Gold Coast

Migration Services

Who can we assist?

We can assist individuals who want to visit, work, study or live in Australia.

How can we assist you?

We assist individuals with all visa applications including business visas, skilled visas, family and spouse/de facto visas and also MRT appeals. You will receive professional and personalised service built on an appreciation of your individual circumstances and requirements. Ramsden Lawyers’ registered migration agents offer you their specialised expertise in conducting your matters and thereby enhancing your prospects of success.

Visas for workers

Individuals who have recognised skills, employer sponsorships, business-related interests or wish to have a working-holiday can apply for a visa.

We can assist you in obtaining the following visas, whether you are in or outside of Australia:-

Employer nomination;
Labour agreements;
Supported skills;
Regional sponsorship; and
Recognised graduate.

Visas for business people

Individuals who wish to visit Australia for business-related matters or who wish to invest, establish or manage a business in Australia can apply for a visa.

We can assist you in obtaining the following visas, whether you are in or outside of Australia:-

Established business in Australia;
Business owner;
Investor;
Business talent; and
Senior executive.

Visas for family members

Individuals who are family members, de factos or partners of Australian citizens, residents or eligible New Zealand citizens can apply for a visa.

We can assist you in obtaining the following visas, whether you are in or outside of Australia:-

Prospective marriage;
Spouse;
Interdependency;
Child;
Orphan relative;
Adoption;
Parent;
Aged dependent relative;
Remaining relative; and
Carer.

Special visas

Individuals who have a distinguished talent, who are former residents of Australia or who have close ties with Australia can apply for a visa.

What will be taken into account when my application is assessed?

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship take many factors into account when deciding whether or not to grant an application for a visa. The factors that are taken into account also differ with different categories of visas and may include factors such as health, character, relationships, financial assets and work experience.

What if my application is refused?

If your application is refused, we can assist you or your sponsor in having the decision reviewed. We can provide you with the necessary expertise required in dealing with review authorities and the associated processes.

Ask our qualified lawyers for migration advice that can really make a difference to your prospects of success.

If you have any queries, require legal advice in relation to migration matters or any of our other specialty areas, please contact Ramsden Lawyers.

Ramsden Lawyers specialises in:-

Property;
Corporate and Commercial;
Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution;
Migration;
Wills and Estates; and
Asset Protection and structuring.

Our registered migration agent

Our registered migration agent is our managing director, Shanan John Ramsden (Migration Agents Registration No. 0214966).

Migration Agents Code of Conduct

We strive at all times to observe and uphold the Migration Agents Code of Conduct.

General Visa Assessment Form

*Name:

*Address:

*Phone:

*Email:

*Gender:

Male
Female

*Place of Birth:

*Other Citizenship:

*Country of Residence:

*Criminal Record:

Yes
No

If yes please state:

*Marital Status:

Married
Never Married
Divorced
Widowed
Separated
De facto
Engaged

Name of Wife/De facto:

If you are married, what was the date of marriage:

If you are in a de facto relationship, what date did the relationship begin:

Name of Wife/De facto:

Names of Children (if any):

Age of Children (if any):

Qualification Record/Education

Name of Qualification:

Institution:

City/Country:

Date Started:

Date of Completion:

Name of Qualification:

Institution:

City/Country:

Date Started:

Date of Completion:

Employment Details

Name of Current Employer:

City/Country:

Your Position/Occupation:

Your Main Duties:

Employment Period From:

Employment Period To:

Employment Details

Name of Previous Employer:

City/Country:

Your Position/Occupation:

Your Main Duties:

Employment Period From:

Employment Period To:

Business Background

Business Background/Experience:

Net Assets of you and your Spouse/Partner ($AUS):

Any relatives in Australia , their status and relationship with you:

*English Language Ability:

Vocational
Functional
Limited
Not at All

Personal Information

Have you or any person included in this application ever had or currently have tuberculosis or any other serious disease (including mental illness) condition or disability?

Yes No

If yes, is the disease, condition or disability one that requires or is likely to require medical, hospital or special care?

Yes No

Have you or any person included in this application, ever:

a.	Been convicted of a crime or offence in any country (including any conviction which is now removed from official records)?
	Yes No
b.	Been charged with any offence that is currently awaiting legal action?
	Yes No
c.	Been acquitted of any criminal offence or other offence on the grounds of mental illness, insanity or unsoundness of mind?
	Yes No
d.	Been removed or deported from any country (including Australia)?
	Yes No
e.	Left any country to avoid being removed or deported?
	Yes No
f.	Been excluded from or asked to leave any country (including Australia)?
	Yes No
g.	Committed, or been involved in the commission of war crimes or crimes against humanity or human rights?
	Yes No
h.	Been involved in any activities that would represent a risk to Australian national security
	Yes No
i.	Had any outstanding debts to the Australian Government or any public authority in Australia?
	Yes No
j.	Been involved in any activity, or been convicted of any offence, relating to the illegal movement of people to any country (including Australia)?
	Yes No
k.	Served in a military force or state sponsored/private militia, undergone any military/paramilitary training, or been trained in weapons/explosives use (however described)?
	Yes No