Why OMARA Registration Matters For Your Australian Visa
Under Australian Commonwealth Law (Migration Act 1958), anyone providing immigration assistance in Australia or representing clients before the Department of Home Affairs must be registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA).
Risks with Unregistered Agents
- False promises of "100% Guaranteed Visas"
- Hidden fees without formal contracts
- Fraudulent skills assessment submissions leading to 3-10 year bans (PIC 4020)
- No legal recourse or regulatory accountability
AIMC & Dr. Lidia Paul (MARA 0901242)
- Legally bound by the official OMARA Code of Conduct
- Written Client Agreements specifying all fixed fees upfront
- Official itemized receipts for every payment
- Direct Department of Home Affairs legal representation
The 4 Pillars of AIMC Consumer Protection
- Written Agreement for Services & Fees: Before any work commences, clients receive a formal OMARA-compliant service agreement detailing every milestone, scope of work, and government visa fees.
- Trust Account Security: Client funds are managed in strict adherence to Australian legal accounting standards.
- Truthful Eligibility Assessment: We only take on cases where there is a genuine, lawful pathway. If an applicant is ineligible, we clearly explain why and guide them on steps to qualify.
- Direct MARA Supervision: Every document audit, EOI, and visa lodgement is handled directly under Dr. Lidia Paul's legal MARA credentials (0901242).
View Official OMARA Code of Conduct
You can verify Dr. Lidia Paul's registration status and download the official Australian Government Code of Conduct directly from the OMARA website.
Visit Official OMARA Registry (mara.gov.au)