Registered Migration Agent Serving Canberra & the ACT
If you are looking for a registered migration agent in Canberra, you have come to the right place. OZ Visa & Education Consultants (OVEC) is led by Sohail Cheema, Registered Migration Agent MARN 1170438, with over 15 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate the Australian visa system.
Based in Canberra, we understand the local community, the employment landscape of the ACT, and the specific needs of families and professionals settling in the region. Whether you are applying for a partner visa, a skilled visa, a family visa, or a student visa, we provide personalised, expert guidance tailored to your situation.
Visa Services for Canberra Residents
Partner Visa (Subclass 820 & 801)
Australia’s most popular family visa pathway. We guide sponsors and applicants through every stage — from eligibility assessment and relationship evidence to lodgement and grant. Our partner visa clients across Canberra have a strong track record of successful outcomes.
Skilled & Employer-Sponsored Visas
Canberra’s strong public sector and growing private sector create significant employer sponsorship opportunities. We assist skilled workers with TSS (482), Employer Nomination Scheme (186), and state nomination (190/491) pathways for ACT residents and employers.
Family Visas
Reuniting families is at the heart of what we do. We handle child visas, parent visas, and other family stream applications, helping Canberra families navigate one of the most document-intensive areas of Australian migration law.
Student Visas
Canberra is home to world-class universities including the Australian National University (ANU) and the University of Canberra. We assist international students with student visa applications, extensions, and post-study work visa pathways.
Australian Citizenship
Met your residency requirements and ready to become Australian? We assist permanent residents across Canberra with citizenship by conferral applications, including eligibility checks and application preparation.
Why Choose OVEC as Your Canberra Migration Agent?
- Registered and regulated: Sohail Cheema is a registered migration agent (MARN 1170438), bound by the Migration Agents Code of Conduct.
- 15+ years of experience: Over 1,000 clients assisted across all major visa categories.
- Canberra-based: We know the ACT community, its employers, and its institutions.
- Multilingual: We communicate in English, Urdu, Punjabi, and Hindi.
- Personalised service: Every client receives a tailored strategy — no one-size-fits-all advice.
Book Your Migration Consultation in Canberra
Every visa situation is different. The best first step is a one-on-one consultation where we assess your circumstances, explain your options, and outline a clear pathway forward.
Registered Migration Agent | MARN 1170438
