Lawyers and Registered Migration Agents

Who we are

Our Australian immigration lawyers provide expert Australian visa services for people wishing to apply for visas or work permits or obtain permanent or temporary residence in Australia.

Our Services

Our experienced migration team offers professional assistance throughout the entire visa process.

We support you through every stage, from understanding your options to submitting your application, and advocating for you if there are any issues.

What sets us apart?

Low cost fees

Our low-cost quotes outlone all costs prior to engaging our services.

Deal directly with a lawyer

From the first same-day response to the granting of your visa, you'll have direct access to a lawyer.

 

Clear communication

Our experienced agents will give you regular updates and clear explanations of visa pathways.

Satisfaction guaranteed

Our services are backed by a satisfation guarantee which means you're always in safe hands.

Installments available

3 - 6 months installment options available on some visa types.

Australia-wide services

Our skilled team offers in-person and virtual appointments, which means we can provide immigration assistance and advice regardless of where you live in Australia or in the world.

Where we step in

Our Team has over 34 years experience and our skilled lawyers know exactly what it is like to go through migration and live as a migrant in this country. That’s why we are so dedicated to supporting you through the visa process, bringing awareness and empathy to the emotional strain that can often go along with making such a big life change. We untangle confusing legalities and save you time, money, and stress from unnecessary delays. We partner with you to make sure you have the right visa for your situation and a clear migration pathway.

  • Sep 27, 2024

    Consultation & Assessment

  • Sep 27, 2024

    Drafting documents and providing evidence

  • Sep 27, 2024

    Lodging your application

  • Sep 27, 2024

    Liaising directly with the Department of Immigration on your behalf

  • Sep 27, 2024

    Post visa application & onging support

Unlock workers with employer sponsored visas

The labour market is increasingly globalised and the best people to work in your business will not necessarily be on your doorstep. Which is why an international approach to talent sourcing is relevant to all businesses regardless of size.

Your global talent strategy can open a new world of opportunities when you connect highly skilled and talented individuals from all corners of the globe to great businesses locally.

We can help you with

  • Workforce planning & strategy
  • International Recruitment for Australian businesses intending to hire skilled talent
  • Talent mapping
  • Creating visa pathways for candidates.

This unique end-to-end nature of our business means that you are guaranteed to secure the great talent with the necessary skills to onboard your new employees successfully into Australia.

RECENT ARTICLES

Home Affairs Minister addresses National Press Club on migration changes

October 21, 2026

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke addressed the National Press Club on 17 September 2026, outlining changes to the migration program aimed at reducing Net Overseas Migration (NOM). Mr Burke said these changes were formalised internally within the Government by February 2026 and were not a response to recent pressure from other parties. He said the…

ART Overturns Partner Visa Refusal After Seven-Year Legal Journey

August 3, 2026

Phillip Silver successfully appealed a partner visa refusal for our client. The Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) has set aside a long-standing refusal of a Subclass 820 Partner visa after finding compelling reasons to waive the Schedule 3 requirements, ending a complex legal process spanning almost seven years. Background The applicant lodged an onshore Partner visa…

Urgent Federal Court Intervention Prevents Unlawful Deportation

May 25, 2026

It is not about the size of the law firm in the fight. It is all about the size of the fight in the law firm. Phillip Silver and Associates Immigration lawyers have a proven track record. This case we won last week proves we fight for our clients leave no stone unturned.   The…

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly recommended! A massive thank you to Phillip, Cherie and the team at Phillip Silver & Associates for helping me get my Australian 482 DAMA visa approved on 7 October 2026! Navigating a complicated application from Namibia was incredibly stressful, but Phillip and Cherie handled my application and guided me through every step. Their communication via WhatsApp, email and phone was top-notch, and they were always available to answer my questions. This approval changes everything for my family and me. Phillip Silver & Associates will always be my go-to team for any visa or legal matters going forward, and I’ll recommend them over and over again! Phillip and Cherie, thank you both for your outstanding work, patience and personal support. My family and I are truly grateful!
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We are extremely grateful to Cherie, Phillip and the whole team for their excellent work and support throughout our visa application. From the beginning, they were professional, knowledgeable, responsive and always willing to help us whenever we had questions or concerns. The visa process was a long and stressful journey for our family, but having such a supportive and professional team guiding us made a huge difference. They handled everything with great attention to detail and kept us informed throughout the process. Our 482 visa has now been approved, and we couldn’t be happier! 🇦🇺❤️ Thank you, Cherie, Phillip and the entire team, for your dedication, hard work and for helping our family achieve such an important milestone. We highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a professional and trustworthy immigration team. Thank you so much for everything!
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Cathy Wensley
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Phillip and his team have delivered exceptional service to us since 2020 when we were faced with an urgent situation. We had just lost my mom and needed to secure a parent visa in a hurry for my father who was in Australia on a holiday visa and couldn't go back to RSA. Hafizah met with us online and gave us reassurance that it was possible and started the ball rolling immediately. Super efficient and prompt replies to every challenge secured a parent (bridging) visa so Dad could stay with us in Aus. They kept us informed right the way through, advised and assisted with a different bridging visa when Dad had to travel back to RSA for his sister's funeral. Unfortunately, Dad passed away in 2024 before the visa had been granted. Even then, Phillip and his team advised that I could apply for a refund of the visa fee. That was a whole other battle and Phillip didn't back down, eventually security the fee refund for me. The entire team is so professional and the peace of mind they brought us during a very difficult time cannot be put into words. Highly recommend this team for fantastic service and excellent knowledge of Australian visas to give you the best advice and options that suit your budget.
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Nicholas Bibis
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We cannot recommend Philip and his team highly enough. Our journey to Australian permanent residency was far from straightforward. We applied for a Subclass 190 visa as a family and, along the way, encountered a significant and unexpected complication that put the outcome of our application into question. Philip guided us through an incredibly stressful and uncertain period with professionalism, knowledge and a very considered approach. He took the time to understand the complexities of our case, clearly explained our options and helped us navigate the additional information and evidence required by Home Affairs. Cherie, Mark and the wider team were also incredibly thorough and responsive throughout the process. There were many moments when we genuinely didn't know what the outcome would be, so receiving confirmation that our 190 visas had finally been granted was an enormous moment for our family. We are incredibly grateful to Philip and his team for their guidance, persistence and support throughout what became a very long journey. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them, particularly to anyone dealing with a more complex migration matter.
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I needed to apply for an orphan relative visa for my niece and nephew (who were already in Australia on international student visas). This is not a common visa type that people apply for but that did not intimidate Phillip and his team at all. Because my nephew was turning 18 in a short time frame and we needed to apply before his 18th birthday, they assisted extensively with the heaps of paperwork that was needed and the applications were submitted on time. It took nearly 3 years of back and forth with Home Affairs (in all fairness, Home Affairs actually only started working on it 2 years after it was submitted) but the visas were finally granted. At one point Phillip had to intervene and write to Home Affairs as some of their requests were beyond impossible to meet. I will forever be grateful to Cherie who went above and beyond to ensure all documents submitted met with the Home Affairs requirements and to Phillip who had no qualms about taking on this complex case. Thank you for all your help with this.
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Highly recommend Phillip Silver & Associates! My husband and I had an excellent experience working with Hafizah. She was incredibly helpful, efficient, and supportive throughout the entire process. She answered all of our questions promptly and made what could have been a very stressful experience feel so much easier. We're truly grateful to Hafizah and the entire team for their professionalism and dedication. Thank you for everything! Cheers, Sumi & Carlos
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Hafizah and the team of Phillip Silver Associates has been part of our journey here in Australia from the very start. We are indeed grateful for all the help and support from applying on working visa up to achieving our permanent residency. Hafizah was very professional, answers and makes us feel secured during uncertain times. We highly recommend this company for a smooth and trusted service regarding visa application. All the best! Regards, Marris and Joseph