Are the candidate details verified?
Candidates register with us and consent to an anonymised profile being shown. The details on a card are declared by the candidate and are not independently verified unless the card says so. We do not verify employment references, and hiring decisions remain yours.
Can I hire the candidate without using Migration Star for the visa?
Yes. There is no obligation and no fee if you decide to use another agent or lawyer, or to handle the application yourself.
Can the candidate pay for the sponsorship instead of us?
No. The Migration Act and Regulations prohibit a sponsor from recovering sponsorship costs, including the Skilling Australians Fund levy, from a visa applicant, and prohibit asking for or receiving a benefit in return for sponsorship. We will not be involved in any arrangement of that kind.
How long does the sponsorship process take?
It depends on whether your business is already an approved sponsor, whether labour market testing has been done, and the candidate's circumstances. We give you a realistic timeline when we advise you, rather than a headline figure here.
Is the candidate's identity protected?
Yes. The board shows no names, photographs or contact details. Full details are shared only after the candidate agrees to be introduced to your business specifically.
The information on this page is general in nature and does not take account of your business's circumstances. It is not immigration assistance or legal advice, and nothing on this page is a guarantee of a visa outcome. Each application is decided by the Department of Home Affairs on its own facts. Immigration assistance is provided by Rohit Sharma, Registered Migration Agent, MARN 1797395, subject to the Code of Conduct for registered migration agents.