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Immigration Lawyers and Visa Agents in Canberra 2026, What They Charge, What Visas They Handle, and How to Find a Licensed Migration Agent Near You

Canberra immigration lawyer and visa agent guide 2026: what immigration lawyers and registered migration agents charge in Canberra, what visas they handle, ACT skilled migration nomination, and how to find a migration agent near you.

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By Canberra Daily · Published 20 July 2026, 5:27 pm

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Immigration Lawyers and Visa Agents in Canberra 2026, What They Charge, What Visas They Handle, and How to Find a Licensed Migration Agent Near You
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Immigration Lawyers and Migration Agents in Canberra 2026

Canberra has a specialist immigration services sector. The ACT government runs its own skilled migration nomination program, and Canberra's APS and tech sector creates specific employer-sponsored visa needs. All migration agents must be MARA-registered. mara.gov.au

How Much Does an Immigration Lawyer Cost in Canberra 2026?

  • Initial consultation, typically $150-$390
  • Partner visa (820/801), typically $2,800-$6,700
  • Skilled visa (189/190), typically $2,800-$5,900
  • Employer Sponsored (482 TSS), typically $3,200-$7,300
  • ACT skilled migration nomination (190/491), typically $1,500-$3,000 (nomination application only)
  • Citizenship application, typically $1,400-$3,300

ACT Skilled Migration Program

The ACT Government's skilled migration program offers nomination for subclass 190 (permanent) and 491 (regional provisional) visas. ACT's occupation list includes health, education, technology, and government sector roles. An ACT migration agent can advise on nomination eligibility. act.gov.au

How to Check a Migration Agent's Registration in Canberra

Verify at mara.gov.au/find-an-agent. mara.gov.au

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