What distinguishes an Education agent from a Migration agent?
• A Migration agent can do the following: – Advise on the most suitable visa – Advise on the documents needed to submit with an application – Provide help to fill out the application form – Submit the application on behalf of the applicant – Communicate with the DIAC on behalf of the applicant – Must be registered with MARA to operate within Australia. • An Education agent – Operates as a Student Recruitment agent – Is appointed by an institution to recruit international students on their behalf – The agent usually charges a commission as a percentage of the student’s expected tuition fee to the institution – The agent often acts as an intermediary between the institution and the potential student and their family – Agents may assist students to complete their enrolment, passport and visa applications and answer the many questions that students and parents have about studying in Australia.
