Reunited in Australia through a Subclass 864 Aged Contributory Parent Visa

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 […]

Together Again – A Family Reunited in Sydney, Australia

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. […]

From Working Holiday Visa to Permanent Residence

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 […]

186 Visa to Citizenship | Helena’s Story

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 […]

Serena Sugars | Subclass 186

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 […]

Alex and Ed | Subclass 820/801 Partner Visa

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 […]

Jose Augusto Pinzone Vecchio | Subclass 482 Visa

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 […]

Kinnlot Mandawe | Temporary Skill Shortage 482 Visa

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 […]

Bill & Lucy Feldstein | Subclass 870 Parent (Temporary) Visa

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 […]

James and Briana | Subclass 820 Partner Visa

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.