Client Stories

My name is Kelly, and at 33 years old, I took the leap to pursue my dreams of living in Australia. The breathtaking beaches and landscapes, the vibrant culture, and the welcoming spirit of the Australian people drew me in. I wanted to make Australia my new home, where I could enjoy a fulfilling life, […]

My name is Maarij Farooqi. Raised and educated in Dubai, my family comes from Pakistan. Living now in Bondi Beach with a vibrant life around me, which wasn’t always like such. I arrived in Australia 5 years ago on a student visa in a subject I astutely chose and never found my passion in. With […]

My name is Ismail, and I’m originally from Chad in North-Central Africa. I’ve been living in Australia for about two years now.I first arrived on a Subclass 476 visa after completing my engineering degree. What Type of Visa Did You Apply for?I had been working with my current employer for over a year at the time of preparing my visa […]

I’m Stacey, 39 years old, originally from the UK. I lived in Dubai, UAE, with my now-husband from 2009 until we moved to Australia in April 2024. My husband and I have been together nearly 20 years. He was born in Adelaide back in the 1980s, and after being away since childhood, we decided to […]

My name is Harman and I’m a Chef living and working in the Northern Territory.  I was recently granted permanent residency, along with my family, under the employer sponsored Subclass 186 pathway.  My permanent residence was granted 11 years to the day when I was first granted my initial Australian student visa.  It’s been a […]

Rodrigo, originally from Brazil, spent many years living in New Zealand before becoming a New Zealand citizen. A few years ago, Migration Downunder assisted Rodrigo in securing his Australian permanent residency through the Subclass 189 New Zealand Stream visa. With his own visa granted, Rodrigo was finally able to start the process of bringing his […]

At Migration Downunder, we believe that family is at the heart of everything. In the lead-up to Mother’s Day, we are honoured to share the story of Steve and his family – a story that reminds us of the power of persistence, the strength of family bonds, and the joy that comes with being together. […]

I am from the United States and arrived on a Work & Holiday Visa (462) on September 16th 2023, meaning I’ve been in Australia for a year and a half!  I applied for a  State Nominated Subclass 190 visa through the state of Victoria, based on my skill set.  I was invited in August 2024, receiving […]

From Brazil To Australia I am from Brazil, and I travelled to Australia in 2015 for a sabbatical period to have experience of studying English abroad while experiencing the language on a daily basis, meeting new people of different backgrounds, visit and travel to different places, taste different culinary, enjoying life, so have the best […]

Where have you Migrated From? I first came out on a working holiday visa in 2016 from Bournemouth in the UK.  What Was Your Motivation to Come to Australia? The weather in Australia was a major draw for me, along with the sense of freedom, the laid-back lifestyle, and the stunning scenery. After arriving in […]

A Journey to Permanent Residency in Australia From the UK to Australia: Finding a New Home I arrived in Australia from the UK at the age of 21, fresh out of university, with a degree in hand but no clear idea of how to use it. On a working holiday visa, I quickly fell in […]

Where have you Migrated From? With Italian roots and a family background in Sicily, I grew up as a dual citizen, born and raised in Argentina. My wife and I arrived in Australia in October 2019 on a student visa. I initially began studying English, but when COVID hit, it turned out to be a […]

Where have you migrated from? We come from the beautiful country of Philippines on a student visa last December 2019. I applied for The Temporary Skill Shortage Subclass 482 Visa through an employer sponsorship program. What is your occupation? I’m currently working as Personal Care Assistant in an Aged Care Facility in Bathurst, NSW. What […]

Where have you Migrated From? My wife Lucy and I met in Zimbabwe and subsequently married at historic Victoria Falls.  Thereafter, we travelled to ‘our’ home in Los Angeles and Lucy entered the U.S.A.as a green card holder.   We are both US citizens. What Was Your Motivation to Come to Australia? During our American […]

Meet Briana and James.

Briana, originally from California, first met James in 2018 at a Thanksgiving family gathering. Now, after having secured her 820 partner visa, Briana is building her career and creating a long term life in Australia with James.

Meet Conor from London, now living his Australian dream in Melbourne with the help of Migration Downunder. With his permanent residence secured, Conor and his partner Rylie are excited to settle in and start house hunting while planning their next adventure exploring the Victorian bush.

Tell us more about your background. I’m Franco Guimil, 35 years old, originally from Argentina. I moved to Australia in 2018 on a tourist visa with the initial plan of travelling, surfing the beautiful Australian coast, and improving my English along the way. What started as a short-term adventure quickly became a life-changing decision as […]

Meet Neil, who journeyed from England to Australia in 2011, overseeing data storage projects. After several years of working globally, Neil realised his heart was set on Australia. With his partner Nicola and their cat Ticky, they made the big move. Neil secured a 457 visa, then an extension, and finally, Permanent Residency!

Meet Alvin. A Software Developer from Fiji, Alvin recently relocated to Sydney with his wife. Find out more on his Temporary Skill Shortage visa (Subclass 482) journey and how Migration Downunder was able to guide him through this process.

In this heartfelt article, our very own Case Manager, Nathan Kang, shares his personal experience in securing a Parent Visa for his mother. He provides insights on how they manoeuvred past immigration challenges and shares valuable advice to those considering a similar path for their parents. Embarking on the journey to secure an Australian Contributory […]

Grace & Lee’s Story – Subclass 300 Prospective Marriage Visa Success Grace and Lee’s love story took flight from the Philippines to Australia. With the help of Migration Downunder, they were able to gain their Subclass 300 Prospective Marriage Visa in just 6 months. As they plan their wedding for later this year, we’re proud […]

Luis’ Story – Citizenship Success Meet Luis; originating from Mexico, his journey to Australian Citizenship was not a straightforward process but a journey woven with the threads of perseverance and trust. Luis has trusted in Migration Downunder’s guidance throughout this entire process, from his initial partner visa to the attainment of citizenship for himself and […]

Fahima’s Story – Subclass 186 Visa Success Recently, our Managing Director spoke with Fahima, an inspirational woman who has faced many challenges in the past twelve months. As the International Women’s Day (IWD) organisation, have stated, “When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we forge a better world.”. When women themselves are […]

Vasanthi – Visa Success Tell us a bit about your background. I am Vas, born and raised in Singapore. I arrived in Australia in April 2023, just when I hit my big 30! As a woman, what has been your experience migrating to Australia? It has been a long journey since I applied for my visa […]