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Melbourne surpasses NSW in registered migration agents as industry faces scrutiny

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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As of June 2026, an analysis found 5,489 registered migration agents operating in Australia. Victoria now hosts 1,244 registered agents, surpassing New South Wales, which has 1,087 registered agents. The migration advice industry has been under scrutiny since new OMARA-backed regulations took effect on April 1, 2026.

From ibtimes.com.au

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The concentration of agents in Victoria, coupled with regulatory pressure, highlights the complexity of the migration advice market. Nearly half of all registered agents lack a working website, making independent reviews and word-of-mouth critical for applicants.

Market trends are currently being discussed, comparing the greater Melbourne market to other cities, including the specific focus on Carlton.

From ibtimes.com.au

Who's involved

  • MelbourneThe location where the number of registered migration agents surpassed New South Wales
  • SydneyThe location whose agent count was surpassed by Victoria

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