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Immigration is one of the most complex areas of law, and changes often. We devote enormous resources to keeping up to date, not only with legislative and policy changes, but analysing the thinking and debate behind the changes. We provide regular updates to our clients via our newsletter and webinars.

Foreign Investment in Australia

August 1, 2015

Foreign Investment in Australia Investing in Australian Real Estate Foreign investment in Real Estate is welcomed in Australia, however there are certain rules that all investors must abide by. Every case is reviewed by the Australian government to ensure that the national interest of Australia takes first place. It has been mentioned many times in…

Partner Visa Eligibility Requirements

July 25, 2015

Partner Visa Eligibility Requirements What are the requirements for a partner visa? To be eligible for Partner Migration visa, you must either be married, engaged to, or in a defacto (common law) relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. In your application you will be required to provide a wide…

Asian Workers Lodge Bogus Refugee Visas

July 18, 2015

Asian Workers Lodge Bogus Refugee Visas Workers are being encouraged to lodge false refugee visa applications to extend their stay in Australia in Australia’s poultry industry, Asian Workers Lodge Bogus Refugee Visas. Mostly of Asian descent, the workers at one such workplace, Baiada’s poultry plant in Beresfield, near Newcastle, were charged upwards of $3500 to…

457 Visa Review Jobs

July 12, 2015

457 Visa Review Jobs 457 Visa Review Jobs List to be examined The government last week began the first review of the list in three years, with business and ­unions polarised on what is needed. Among the 650 strong list are lawyers, electricians, antique dealers, funeral workers and print journalists are among 650 occupations on…

Domestic Violence Cases

July 5, 2015

Domestic Violence Cases There are many cases in Australia and around the world where visa holders are reluctant to report ‘family violence’ as it’s referred to under Australian migration laws or domestic violence cases. This reluctance comes as the visa holders are petrified that they will be forced to return to their home country if…

Tourist Visa Australia

June 28, 2015

Tourist Visa Australia Do I need a tourist visa for Australia? Saving up for that holiday? Got your holiday insurance sorted, got your tickets and bag packed? Oh by the way have you got your tourist visa organised? Most will be able to say yes to the first few options but some travellers are completely…

Migrant Workers Underpaid

June 21, 2015

Migrant Workers Underpaid Workplace audits undertaken, have shown that one in five migrant workers underpaid or are employed in positions they should not be doing due. Businesses have been swooped on, some workers, have been underpaid by tens of thousands of dollars. In some cases workers have been performing jobs that are not in line…

Partner Visa in Australia

June 17, 2015

Partner Visa in Australia New Ruling: What this means for your de-facto relationship in Australia and applying for a partner visa in Australia Last week there was a Federal Court Judgement ruling that has changed the path for many who were previously unable to apply for a partner visa. The judgment is a major development…

Regional Refugee Visa

June 14, 2015

Regional Refugee Visa  NSW provide regional Visa’s to refugees.   Having been introduced last year, the regional refugee visa will be an option for refugees who are prepared to study or work outside Sydney, Wollongong and also Newcastle. Not only will this new scheme offer security to asylum seekers but also will provide labour to…

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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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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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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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Marris Vytiaco
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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