Subclass 189
Points-Tested
Skilled Independent Visa
Direct permanent residency for skilled workers not sponsored by an employer or state. Live and work anywhere in Australia from day one.
Registered Migration Agent for Australian Visas & Permanent Residency.
Australian Immigration Consultants is led by an OMARA-registered migration agent helping skilled professionals, partners, families, students, and employers navigate the Australian visa system with zero guesswork.
MARN
2619225 Registered Agent
1-on-1
Direct Legal Representation
Fixed-Fee
Transparent Written Quotes
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Department of Home Affairs Lodgement
REF: AIC-2026-VIC-PR
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Target Stream
189 / 190 PR Pathway
Skills Assessment
Verified (Positive)
Agent of Record
Fahad Shamim (MARA)
Points
Skills
EOI / State
Lodgement
PR Grant
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MARN: 2619225 Registered Migration Agent
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Bound by Migration Act 1958 Code of Conduct
Transparent Fixed-Fee Itemised Quotes
Onshore Melbourne & Global Consultations
Instant Points Estimator
Calculate your Skilled PR points score
The Department of Home Affairs requires a minimum of 65 points for subclasses 189, 190, and 491. Select your criteria below to model your score:
Estimated Points Score
75
Meets statutory 65+ minimum threshold. Competitive for state nomination invitation rounds.
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Explore Visa Pathways
Tailored representation for every subclass
Every Australian visa subclass has strict legislative requirements under the Migration Regulations. Explore the specific stream relevant to your background:
Subclass 190
State Nominated
Skilled Nominated Visa
Permanent residence supported by state or territory nomination, granting +5 points toward your points test score across VIC, NSW, QLD and others.
Subclass 491 / 191
Regional PR
Skilled Work Regional
5-year provisional regional visa offering +15 points bonus with a pathway to Permanent Residence via Subclass 191.
Subclass 820
Onshore Temporary
Partner Visa (Temporary)
First stage for onshore spouses and de facto partners of Australian citizens or PRs. Grants immediate work and study rights, plus Medicare enrollment upon lodgement.
Subclass 801
Onshore Permanent
Partner Visa (Permanent)
Permanent residence stage assessed 2 years after Subclass 820 lodgement. Confers Australian permanent residency, citizenship eligibility, and unconditional stay rights.
Subclass 309
Offshore Provisional
Partner (Provisional) Visa
For overseas partners and spouses of Australian citizens or PRs. Allows entry into Australia to live and work while awaiting permanent Subclass 100 assessment.
Subclass 100
Offshore Permanent
Partner (Permanent) Visa
The permanent stage for offshore partner applicants. Provides direct Australian permanent residency following the provisional Subclass 309 period.
Subclass 300
Fiancé & Engagement
Prospective Marriage Visa
For individuals outside Australia intending to marry their Australian citizen or permanent resident partner, with a 9–15 month stay to marry and transition to PR.
Subclass 143
Contributory PR
Contributory Parent Visa
Permanent residence for parents of Australian citizens or PRs. Offers significantly faster processing than non-contributory queues with full PR rights.
Subclass 103
Non-Contributory
Parent Visa
Permanent queue pathway for parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens seeking family reunion in Australia.
Subclass 804
Onshore Aged
Aged Parent Visa
Allows eligible aged parents who meet the Australian pension age to remain onshore in Australia on a Bridging Visa while their PR application processes.
Subclass 482
Skills In Demand
Skills in Demand / TSS
Employer-sponsored work visa enabling Australian businesses to sponsor qualified international specialists across Specialist, Core, and Essential streams.
Subclass 186
Direct Employer PR
Employer Nomination (ENS)
Permanent residence via Direct Entry or Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream. Allows employers to sponsor high-value staff for full PR.
Subclass 500
Education
Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Genuine Student (GS) statement drafting, course enrollment, financial capacity evidence, and compliant lodgement for university and vocational study.
Subclass 485
Post-Study Work
Temporary Graduate Visa
Post-Higher Education Work stream and Post-Vocational Education Work stream for international graduates to work in Australia and build points for PR.
Subclass 590
Student Guardian
Student Guardian Visa
For parents or legal custodians accompanying international students under 18 years of age studying in Australia, covering welfare and accommodation compliance.
Subclass 417
Work & Travel
Working Holiday Visa
For young adults aged 18 to 30 (or 35 for eligible passports) wanting to work and travel across Australia for up to 12 months, with 2nd and 3rd year extensions.
Subclass 462
Work & Holiday
Work and Holiday Visa
For passport holders from designated agreement countries requiring educational qualifications, functional English, and government support where applicable.
Subclass 858
Innovation & Talent
National Innovation Visa
Direct permanent residence for exceptional professionals, innovators, and researchers with an internationally recognized record of outstanding achievement.
Business & BIIP
Commercial & Investor
Australian Business Visas
Strategic legal representation for business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth investors seeking state nomination and Australian commercial migration.
ART Appeals
Legal Defence
Visa Refusals & Cancellations
Strict statutory deadlines apply. Merits review representation before the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART), PIC 4020 waivers, and Section 501 character submissions.
The Legal Difference
Why registered MARA representation protects your future
Over 70% of visa refusals occur not from applicant ineligibility, but defective submissions, missing statutory declarations, or applying under mismatched subclasses.
| Evaluation Factor | Australian Immigration Consultants | Unregistered Offshore Agents | DIY (Self-Lodged) Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Regulation & License | Bound by Australian Migration Act 1958 & OMARA | Unregulated; Zero Australian statutory oversight | Self-represented; No legal protection |
| Agent of Record in ImmiAccount | Direct MARN 2619225 lodgement & case officer access | Files hidden behind client login; No legal standing | Individual applicant responsible for all s56 RFIs |
| Professional Indemnity Insurance | Mandatory statutory Australian indemnity cover | None; Zero financial or legal recourse for errors | None |
| Pricing Structure | Transparent fixed-fee agreement with itemised quote | Unpredictable ongoing billings and hidden costs | Statutory fees only, but high cost of re-application if refused |
| Refusal & Appeal Recourse | Immediate representation before the ART Tribunal | Abandonment upon refusal notice | Unassisted handling of complex tribunal rules |
Our Methodology
Five stages, engineered for approval
The Department of Home Affairs assesses applications in a strict procedural sequence. We engineer your file to match case officer expectations from day one:
01
Eligibility Audit
Comprehensive review of your age, qualifications, employment claims, and occupation list quotas before any contract.
02
Strategic Roadmap
Selection of the optimal subclass, an itemised fixed-fee agreement, and a milestone schedule with target dates.
03
Evidence Compilation
Assembly of certified documents, skills assessments (VETASSESS, ACS, EA), and statutory relationship statements.
04
ImmiAccount Lodge
Direct lodgement by your registered agent of record with comprehensive decision-ready evidence schedules.
05
Grant & Post-PR
Handling case officer communications and s56 requests through to final visa grant and Australian citizenship planning.
MARA
MARN 2619225
Registered Migration Agent
Fahad Shamim
Fahad Shamim is an OMARA-registered migration agent (MARN 2619225) and QEAC-certified education counsellor (G12906). With a multidisciplinary background across Australian migration law, accounting, and international commerce, he personally manages every file from consultation through to visa grant.
Academic Qualifications
Grad Dip Migration Law
Victoria University (Melbourne)
Master of Professional Accounting
Victoria University (Melbourne)
Master of Commerce (Int'l Business)
Swinburne University
Master of Science (Leadership)
Northeastern University
Professional Recognitions
CPA Australia — Professional Accountant
IPA Australia — External Auditor
VETASSESS — Management Consultant
Client Feedback
Real reviews. Registered accountability.
Read verified feedback from clients whose Australian visas and educational pathways were represented by Fahad Shamim:
★★★★★
"Fahad's knowledge and experience in migration counseling have led me forward toward the right path and increased my awareness of all the possibilities that I could encounter during my Australian visa process."
★★★★★
"I have so much trust in Fahad because he is someone who offers excellent, transparent, and completely clear advice. He is the person you can rely on for genuine visa counseling and migration support."
★★★★★
"Getting into an Australian institution and securing my pathway was on top of my list. Fahad made it very convenient, structured, and shaped a new exciting phase in my life. Special thanks to Fahad!"
Clear Answers
Frequently asked migration questions
Transparent statutory guidance regarding eligibility checks, fees, and government timeframes.
Yes. We conduct a structured review of your age, qualification, English proficiency, and work history against current legislative criteria and occupation lists before any contract or fee is discussed.
Yes. Principal migration agent Fahad Shamim is registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA) under MARN: 2619225. You can verify this directly on the official Australian government portal.
Yes. We regularly handle refusal and cancellation defense. Strict time limits apply (often 21 days from notification), so contact us immediately to evaluate whether a merits review before the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) is viable.
Yes. A large proportion of our clients reside offshore across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. All consultations and document handovers are executed securely via video conference and our encrypted portal.
We operate under transparent, fixed-fee agreements. After your initial assessment, you receive an itemised agreement detailing professional fees and statutory Department of Home Affairs lodgement costs. No surprise billing.