Testimonials

Our stories consists of the beautiful and worthwhile success we share with our clients. We devote the followingpages to our clients who have trusted us with the work.

Johnny Lay, Waterfront Bistro and Cazaly’s Palmerston

“In life, we only need one doctor, one dentist and one Migration Agent, Margie and Cecilia.”

Peter Lay, Waterfront Bistro

“We only use you, Margie and Cecilia. It’s easy as you get the job done. We don’t use anyone else.”

Ken Houghton, Brumby’s Parap

“Having cross-cultural staff at Brumby’s bakery is important especiallythat we cater for a multi-cultural society. Overseas skilled staff bringtheir own culture with them and the exchange of skills with our local staffis important. It’s even more important to make sure the person is rightfor the job, and for the team, and what they do compliments the wholeteam.

Similarly with migration, it has been progressively complex and skilledmigration keeps developing and changing over the years. My time is

very valuable and it is important to get the person that is ‘right for the job’. Hence, it is important to haveMigration Corporation duo Margie and Cecilia. They both can trouble-shoot and problem-solve whilst I canconcentrate in running our bakery.”

“You were very clear and you explained what we have to know. You were very professional about it. We nowunderstand our options better. Thank you and we will recommend all our friends and customers to see you.”

Trang, Retail Manager, Casuarina

Nick Kambourakis, Director, DCT Australia and Elite Interiors

“If I need honest and practical immigration advice, I only call Margieand Cecilia. They produce results and get the job done. No time wasted.”

Migration Corporation of AustraliaLive and Work in Australia / Australiantemporary and permanent visas

Panteleimon Papathomas celebrates his visa grantwith (L-R) Margie, Cecilia and his niece Amelia

Shir ley Ann Mendoza, Value Travel

When Shirley and her husband needed timely advice about their visa options, they both sought the expertiseof Margie Dizon and Cecilia dela Vega, Registered Migration Agents. Often times, visa holders initially apply forwhat they think is the best visa, without being aware there are other “more helpful” visa options for them. Freeinformation that is out of date or relying on friends who appear to be experts add a degree of risk when you aredeciding on one of the most important things in your life: your visa. Both husband and wife could have had theirformer visas cancelled or they could have been sent home, had they not received the timely advice that turnedtheir lives around. Shirley’s talent did not go unnoticed. With the expert, professional and efficient assessmentconducted at Migration Corporation, a new visa pathway was examined and

Dear Ms. Margie,

Thank you very much for helping us to stay. My only dream is to work abroad, any country in the world. Untilwe came here in Darwin, as a Student visa. It was a predicament as I call, but I never imagined that miracles dohappen.

Me and my husband have so many worst and not so many good things we had experienced We fought a lot, wecried so much, we’ve had sleepless nights, we sacrificed by being far from our daughter (like many have gonethrough too). We even thought of ending this problem. But we have been tested by faith, God has a purpose forus.

This experience has put us in a great place, despite of being rejected and criticized by so many, and I will trulybe forever grateful. To all of you who have been my so called “Angels in disguise”, I will be forever thankful, andto all the people who have become part of our roller coaster journey, Thank you also. You are all blessing to us, Ihope someday, we will be a blessing to others too.

Like in the bible verse “God does not see what man sees, for man looks at the outward appearance, but theLORD sees the heart.”

Thank you Ms. Margie, Ms. Cecilia and Ms. Kate for helping us and other people to come to Australia and havemuch better life than in our/their own country.

God bless you more.

Panteleimon Papathomas, Building Supervisor, Halikos

Panteleimon Papathomas waited a long time to return to Australia. Now,with the help of Migration Corporation duo Margie and Cecilia, hisdream of working and returning to Australia has come true. Hisbrother, Peter, has long been a resident of Australia. Due to life’scircumstances, Panteleimon spent most of his work years in Greece andfound his way back to the Northern Territory of Australia with hisbrother’s connection in the construction industry. “I am excited to livein Darwin again and I would like to stay for good. Margie and Cecilia

changed my life. I am very happy my family chose them to help me. I’m very happy my employer [Halikos]chose them also,” confirms Panteleimon.

H Bernardo, Telecommunications Technician, Communications Cabling Solutions

“The money I spent to consult with you for an hour is going to save meand my wife so much money! Had I seen you two years ago, I wouldhave saved two years’ worth of expenses! I am glad that I met you. Youradvice is very clear and very helpful. I am also very glad that myemployer has chosen you to assist.”

and after we obtained a visa grant for husband and wife, Helder had this toshare with us:

“Migration Corporation was an angel from heaven because they helpedme [and my wife] to start and finalise all the process [for our visas]. Thewhole process should be easy however it is not. Migration Corporationwas extremely [helpful] to our case because they helped me [go] on theright track to complete and finalise the process.

I fell in love with Darwin, Australia – love’s first glance. I fell in love withthe climate and the people. In addition, the Northern Territory offered me a huge opportunity to develop myprofessional skills. Migration Corporation assisted me in using all my qualifications to obtain the right visa.”

William Pettican, Kerry’s Traditional Chinese Massage

“Hi Margie,

I just wanted to drop you a quick line to say thank you so very very much for your professionalism, diligenceand extra commitment way above and beyond our expectations. It was a long, winding and rocky road thatculminated in an excellent result. Please forgive me if I seemed a little impatient and arrogant in the past.

Thanks again Margie. Warmest regards.”

Pei Zhao, Kerry’s Traditional Chinese Massage

“Margie and Cecilia, you did a good job! It was hard, so I know you did a good job…. My husband said ‘trustMargie, she’s a professional’. More of my girls will come and see you, that’s great!”

Joshua Olley and Jessica Theobald, Top End Sounds

They initially wanted to do their own application whilst using our guidance and advice. In the end, MCA duoMargie and Cecilia took on the whole submission as legislative changes were making the application complex.

“You did amazing! You did so well. Thank you so much!!!!”

Joshua Olley and partner Jessica Theobald celebratetheir visa grant

Arna-Mae, Carmelita and Martin were filled with joy asthey received the news of their Australian residency

George Drakou, Formwork Carpenter

“You are the best! I do not know what to say but thank you very much for yourhelp.”

George is a great Formwork Carpenter and his skills did not go unnoticed. Acompany who was already an approved sponsor identified George and proceeded tosponsor him due to his diligence and hard work.

George is very deserving of his work visa and is very happy to call Darwin, NorthernTerritory as his new home.

Ca rmelita Ba tinga l Low nds and Arna -mae Villa velez, motherand daughter, initially came to Australia four years ago as Carmelita wassponsored as a Beauty Therapist. Four years of residing in Darwin thenmeeting Martin has added excitement in her life. Carmelita is also avery proud mother to Arna-Mae who has been juggling work andstudies. Arna-Mae works part time between Anita’s Beauty Salon inParap Village and Antiquity Cafe at the Darwin Waterfront. MigrationCorporation is priviledged to have represented them both for anemployer sponsored visa then a family sponsored visa.

“A pleasant morning to you. I just want you to know that we are allvery thankful to you and the MCA team for being such a big help anddoing the hardest work for our application to become residents of Australia. We are very proud of you and wecannot thank you enough – words cant explain our gratitude. All best for you and the rest of the team xx.”

Brothers in arms, now in Australia!

Mr. and Mrs. Froilan Cruz areecstatic about their permanent

residency grant

Mastrovasilis family

Michail’s home is well and truly Australia. His sisters were born here andhe, himself studied onshore Australia. His father, however, relocated backto Greece many years ago and did not take up Australian citizenship beforehe left. Due to the many legislative changes, Michail knew it was time toget expert help. He found Migration Corporation duo Margie Dizon andCecilia dela Vega. After obtaining permanent residency for himself and hisfamily last year through an employer-sponsored visa, Michail was ready tohelp his brother experience the beautiful life we have come to know that is

synonmous to Australia. Stavros now works for his older brother Michail at 4Kitchens.

Michail’s son, Ioannis, has now joined his father and uncle in their tradeat 4Kitchens, commencing an apprenticeship in cabinet-making. Michail praises Margie for her tenacity and expertise with their case.“Margie is really professional and became a friend throughout theprocess,” says Michail. “Without the Migration Corporation dueoMargie and Ceiclia, we wouldn’t be here, they helped my family greatly.”

Mr. and Mrs. Froilan Cruz, Permanent residents of Australia

“Maraming maraming maraming salamat po sa inyong magkapatid nang lubos,kulang man ang salitang salamat at malaking malaki po ang mababago sa buhaynamin dahil sa inyo….Your work is not just about papers but about changing lives,thank you for helping us achieve this life-changing goal. For the rest of our lives naito eh, para sa kinabukasan ng mga anak ko at pamilya ko, yung ginawa nyongtulong.”

“Nakakatuwa at overwhelming, salamat kina Ms. Margie and Cecilia na nagbigayng way at kung wala sila, hindi naman namin kayang iprocess yang lahat nyan…tinabaho po ang magugulo naming paperworks, nagtiyaga sila. Kaya maramingmaraming salamat po talaga, hindi ko po alam ang sasabihin. Pero bahala na poang Diyos na bumawi sa inyo, ang panalangin ko po. Mas maganda pa angkararatnan ng business nyo at nawa marami pa kayong matulungan.”

The Cruz family considers it as God’s will that made them call Margie and Cecilia for assistance with theirpermanent residency application. Mr. Cruz had to work frequently away from his family in Darwin. Sometimes,his work as a Carpenter took him to Alice Springs on projects on end. Hence he was not left with much time orenergy to do his own family’s visa pending his temporary visa expiring shortly thereafter. Mr. Cruz then had achoice of appointing someone locally in Alice Springs but somehow, he was referred to Migration Corporation ofAustralia instead. Although most of his communications were done over emails and phone, it has not hinderedhis trust and he has not looked back since.

“Salamat din po sa pagtatiyaga ninyo, Margie and Cecilia took care of everything for our family. They they advised us of the

Margie congratulates the Cruz family with thepermanent residency success

Cecilia celebrates with the Cruz family obtaining theirpermanent residency grant

requirements as we faced

challenges throughout with

changes in circumstances. They

worked very well as a team and we

cooperated as much as we can. We

know we could not have achieved

this without their help. Tuwang

tuwa po kami ngayon, maraming

maraming salamat sa lahat po ng

tinabraho ninyo, Ms Margie and Cecilia. Alam namin na hindi madali ang maglakad ng papeles. Hindi lang po papeles ang

inaasikaso ninyo, buhay po ang iniiba ninyo. Salamat po sa aming permanent residency. Ipagsasabi po namin sa lahat sa

sobrang tuwa namin.”

Edmundo Ponsones, Mechanic with over 30 years’ experience, joins the Australian community with his headheld high. Australia is now his home. He recently obtained permanent residency and his family is about to follow.

“There were many challenges, my case was complex and it wasimportant to find someone you can trust with a very good reputation inthe community. I’m now a permanent resident of Australia because ofMigration Corporation (MCA) duo Margie Dizon and Cecilia dela Vega. They guided me through gaining my first temporary work visa topermanent residency. You have to be strong. I made the right choicesbecause I received very good immigration advice.”

“Maraming nagsasabi na wala na raw akong pag-asa. Yung isangagent, naprisinta at gagawin nya na lang raw ang panibagong 457 ko.

Mabuti na lang at hindi ako naniwala sa kanya kung hindi, naging imposible ang permanent residency ko. Ngayon, makukuha ko na ang family ko. Kaya rin sinanabihan ko silang lahat na kailangan ay matatag athindi maniwala sa sabi-sabi. Mas mabuti talaga at itanong sa marunong ng migration law – si Margie atCecilia. Maraming pwedent tanungan sa iba, hindi naman marunong or kulang sa experience.”

Edmundo shared this dilemma with many temporary workers already in Australia– they want to stay but do notknow how. MCA has assisted thousands of workers, families, couples, working holiday makers, employers andvisa holders alike consider the right type of sponsorship and visa application.

“Some clients choose a do-it-yourself strategy, or they appoint us to represent their applications from start tofinish. Either way, it is important to get advice from someone experienced and registered to ensure you areaware of the different pathways and that you are guided properly in choosing the correct one,”says Margie. “Wealso offer confidential and culturally-sensitive advice.”

An excerpt of this story appeared on the NT News.

Edgar Mira celebrates his permanent residency grantwith Cecilia dela Vega at Migration Corporation of

Australia

Edgar Mira and Orlando Itoralde enjoy permanentresidency grants with Margie Dizon at Migration

Corporation of Australia

Edgar Mira and Orlando Itoralde, Welders at Tristar Industries and proud permanent residents of Darwin,Australia

Theirs is one tough story to tell and share. Both Edgar and Orlandostarted at the same company in the previous decade. However, manyyears later and many challenges later, the unfortunate downsizing orclosure of their employers’ businesses kept forcing them to look forgreener pastures.

They could have easily given up and gone home but they werecommitted to a life they have known for at least six years, in Darwin,Australia. Now, they not only share a house together as best of friendsbut have found their permanent residency with the solid support of theirRSMS employer Tristar Industries.

Mr. Mira jokes he must be the longest 457 visa holder prior to obtaininghis PR grant and it was only through finding Margie and Cecilia that this has transpired. He was, however, neverdetermined to give up hope. Mr. Mira transferred successfully to Tristar who supported him for his permanentresidency application. His application was not straightforward so he engaged the assistance of MigrationCorporation duo Margie and Cecilia.

Mr. Mira is now one of Migration Corporation’s best pro-bono marketing agents. He is very proud of his journeyand we are very proud of his determination and commitment.

“From our experience, it is mainly the client’s commitment to devising a plan with us and sticking to a plan thatworks. There are many challenges that emerge without warning or notice but it seems that if our clients areequipped with the most up to date information, then they easily make choices for themselves. Being able tomake well-informed decisions is important; clients feel confident that they are on the right track. We have sucha blessed role, that our clients make their journey by choosing us to assist them make the right move, ” Margieand Cecilia confide.

Orlando Itoralde, on the other hand, jokes that he must be the longest Bridging

Visa E holder he has ever known prior to obtaining permanent residency. He laughs

as he reminisced going home after a hard day’s work and thinking how starving he

has been all day without realising it!

Orlando had to suffer hard when his previous employer represented him for a visa

application without seeking appropriate help hence having to appeal a visa refusal

with the MRT and being left having no right to work. It was only a coincidental

referral to “go and see Margie and Cecilia” that changed his life. He not only fought

his MRT appeal well but was also equipped with the knowledge that a back up plan

was available to secure him permanent residency for good. He was also able to work

full time with the assistance of Migration Corporation duo Margie and Cecilia.

With the support of his then casual employer Tristar Industries, he was able to fly back to the Philippines to visithis family and stay confident that he would return to Australia. Within less than a month, his permanentresidency visa was granted. Orlando now enjoys permanent employment with Tristar Industries, the same

company who initially gave him a chance when he did not think anything could go right.

Orlando knew that if he made well-informed decisions, he could always make the right choice. This theory wascontinuously tested and he won every fight with the help of Migration Corporation duo Margie Dizon and Ceciliadela Vega.

“Orlando was as committed as we were in fighting his MRT appeal, getting work rights, finding a new sponsorand obtaining his permanent residency. We advised that we would not give up so long as he continued trustingus. We all won his fights in the end and he must be one of our shining trophies,” Margie shares.

Anna & Evan Papadonakis, Yots, Cullen Bay

“Thank you all for a wonderful job and for your assistance. Love you all lots…..”

Employer/sponsor Anna and Evan wanted to apply for sponsorship for their restaurant business in Cullen Bay tofacilitate employment of overseas skilled workers. They initially wanted to do the paperwork themselves and itwas important that they were guided by the most current legislative requirements. So they sought for advice, andfound it with us at Migration Corporation of Australia.

Helen Hancock, Silver Grevillea (Darwin Private Hospital) Flower Shopowner, Casuarina

“Dear Margie and Cecilia, Thank you for what you have done for me and my staffat the shop.

Love and God Bless, Helen and the Silver Grevilleas”

Employer Helen Hancock identified the skills of an overseas worker who she wouldlike to sponsor to stay in Australia. She initially wanted to do the paperwork herselfbut found that running a flower shop was her expertise. Instead, she engaged Migration Corporation of Australia duo Margie and Cecilia. Her business is now anapproved Standard Business Sponsor.

Bex and Tom, Darwin City

“Never did I think I would find the love of my life in Australia, half wayaround the world from Ireland, but I did! As much as I thought I could dothe partner visa application on my own, it got very overwhelming veryfast but thankfully I found Margie and the Migration Corporation. Shewas our safety net through it all. She guided us with such ease andprofessionalism with a huge smile always on her face. Margie has helpedmake my dream come true and we would recommend her to anyone who

needs advice or help with a visa.

Thank you kindly, Margie, you’re a star

Our couples knew what they wanted to do but needed re-assurance they were taking the right pathway. There isnothing better than being able to make well-informed decisions. Hence, we take the time to do conduct a thoroughassessment, preferably through a written and verbal interview, to find out what best suits each couple’scircumstances. We then make the advice based on the information our clients provide us. We outline thelegislative requirements you have to meet and leave you to be the best judge of which path to take. We arepriviledged to take up this role with you and be your guide.

Antonios Kalidonis poses with Cecilia dela Vega and MargieDizon at the construction site at Cavenagh Street, Darwin City.

“You are the best,” confirms Theo Kalidonis, Kalidonis PtyLtd Director and Builder; President of the Greek Community(Kalymnos) Club.

Theo Kalidonis is the owner of Darwin’s largest privately ownedformwork and concreting companies in Darwin and had notseen his older brother Antonios for over 20 years until MCA duoMargie Dizon and Cecilia dela Vega helped reunite theirfamilies.

When Theo first came to Darwin almost 20 years ago, Antoniosremained in Greece and established a successful constructionbusiness there. Theo has been trying to get his brother toAustralia, particularly as Antonios is highly-skilled in his trade.

“Everyone told me this was impossible, but Margie and Ceciliamade it happen. They have been excellent,” says Theo. Antonios is now a Building Supervisor for formwork andconcreting at Kalidonis Pty Ltd.

Having the right papers and choosing tehr ight processes meant it was possible to secure a temporary visa forAntonios. MCA is now working towards ganing permanent residency for him. “It makes our work even moreworthwhile, being in a position to reunite families,” says Margie and Cecilia. “Many people give up on complexcase. We never give up.”

This story appeared as a feature story at the ResideNT Magazine.

Jason & Dina, Darwin City

“We just wanted to say massive thanks!!!! We really appreciate everything you have done today, yourprofessionalism and punctuality is just outstanding! Both Dina and I are excited to be dealing with you in theupcoming months….we just need to ensure there is enough time to enjoy these life changing commitments. We

are both very excited!!!!”

David Carroll, Carpenter

David hails from Ireland, a fully-qualified Carpenter who needed guidance in obtaining his employer-sponsoredvisa. David admits that the process is rigorous hence he needed experts to do the work for him and his employer. David exclaims: “You are so brilliant, I feel like swearing!!!”

Ton Co, Cook, Cornucopia Cafe, Fannie Bay

Ton hails from Vietnam but has made the Territory as his home. As a fully qualified Cook, his challenge was topass the English proficiency test introduced for his skilled-graduate visa. He approached Migration Corporationof Australia duo Margie and Cecilia when visa application with another lawyer was refused. He followed ourstrict guideline and now enjoys a four-year employer sponsored visa. Ton can now plan more comfortably for hispermanent residency.

“Big thank you to you, Margie and Cecilia and your staff. So grateful about your help and support. Withoutthat, I will not have the day to receive my visa…thank you for your brilliant service. Thank you for listening tome and always there for me when I need help…thanks for so many advices, excellent! excellent! I’m so happy. Icould not use any words to describe [my feelings]. It’s magical.”

Yani Anthony, Minister of Religion, Darwin

“It was important for me to seek professional help. There was too much information on the immigrationwebsite and I did not know which is helpful to me or not. Margie answers all our questions. I feel much moreconfident now with our visa pathway. Thank you, Margie!”

Alison Lawlor , Permanent Resident, Practice Manager, Parap Vet Hospital

“We chose Darwin, Northern Territory of Australia as it offered a stable future forour family as well as safety and security compared to Africa. The MigrationCorporation team took full control our application and submission. They guided uson the best path, after showing us our options and took full control of allsubmissions. We were unsure as how to start the process and were given no help bythe immigration department. Their [Migration Corporation team] help to our familyis invaluable!”

Felix and Crezel Bolivar , Permanent Residents

When Felix’s previous employer closed down his business, he had no choice but to consider other options instaying lawful in Australia. He was diligent enough to call the Honorary Consul General of the Philippines JohnRivas for help and appointed Margie Dizon to assess and prepare a visa application. From temporary topermanent residency, as well as bringing his wife over, Migration Corporation of Australia is priviledged to haverepresented all applications successfully.

Good day! It was really good news for us that our Permanent visa granted already. On the day that you calledmy husband, we are still expecting that you need more documents from us. We cannot express our happiness onthat time, it was so surprising. We really pleased and satisfied with your granted services. Many thanks for thehelp support and assistance for all of you have done during the process of our visa.

We wish you and your company every success and bright future.

Regards,

Crezel and Felix

Sombun Vichaisorn, Permanent Resident of Australia, Head Chef,Hanuman Restaurant Darwin

Sombun Vichaisorn was an accomplished Chef from Bangkok, Thailand for 19years prior to taking over the Hanuman Restaurant’s kitchen in 2005. JimmyShu of the Hanuman Group dynasty (Darwin, Alice Springs, Cairns and soonAdelaide) trusted Migration Corporation of Australia duo Margie Dizon andCecilia dela Vega for Sombun’s initial visa in 2005 and again when he movedSombun to Hanuman Alice Springs several years after.

For some time, Sombun thought he was going to keep Thailand as his homewhilst he toiled and sent all treasures back to his family there. Like manyother overseas skilled workers, it may take some time to decide that Australia, after all, is the best country to callhome.

It was only recently that Sombun was convinced that Darwin was his new homeand applied for permanent residency. He trusted only Margie and Cecilia to holdhis hand throughout the process and received his permanent residency grantaccordingly. He understands that Migration Corporation of Australia isexperienced in making very good submissions, especially under exceptionalcircumstances.

Now that Sombun is back as Head Chef in Hanuman Darwin, he has begunembracing Darwin for all that it could offer: great city with a great outdoor life. Sombun enjoys fishing during his free time and of course, boasts about the fish hecatches and cooks.

Rey Rodriguez was working in Superbowl of China in Makati, Philippines when he stumbled upon the

opportunity to work for Jimmy Shu who dined there one evening. Jimmy was soimpressed with the Chinese dish and the service that he left his details with the skilledkitchen team. Rey braved the opportunity to write to Jimmy Shu and applied for a jobdirectly.

That was years ago in 2006. A few months after that, Rey arrived in Australia under asubclass 457 visa. He didn’t know what was in store for him then. He battledhomesickness and the compulsion to give up. With determination and motivation, heis now amongst one of the leaders of a popular kitchen in the Northern Territory – themost celebrated Hanuman Restaurant.

Rey is Chef de Cuisine for the Indian and Thai sections. He didn’t realize that hisexpertise in Chinese cooking would bring him to work for The Hanuman Restaurant. After being sponsored forpermanent residency, he has since also gained his Australian citizenship and consequently to hold an Australianpassport to call his own.

We are very proud of Rey’s journey from Makati to Darwin. We celebrate his success every day and we wish himthe very best. Rey speaks of Australian life and of his experience:

“Australia is good is because the government here is very good, the living environment and all the opportunitiesis big to work here rather than other countries. I love Darwin because the people here is very kind andaccommodating. I also like the weather. I will live in Australia for a long, long time. I recommend to myfriends and other family members to use Migration Corporation of Australia (MCA) in Darwin. It’s because Itrust Margie Dizon and Cecilia dela Vega of MCA to handle my visa application. I trusted them and theyassisted me and my employer gain my temporary visa and now my permanent residency. I will not use anyoneelse.”

Wang Qing (Jack), owner of Regent Court Chinese Restaurant, Katherine, NT

Jack’s journey from Shenzen, China to Northern Territory, Australia is a great one toshare. Guests who were impressed with the food and service at Shangri-La left theircontact details with the restaurant staff. Fortunately for Jack, the Chef that the callingcard was left with did not have dreams outside China. Jack, on the hand, grabbed theopportunity to contact the employer directly. Four years later and with the help ofMargie Dizon, Registered Migration Agent and Psychologist at Migration Corporationof Australia (MCA), Jack enjoys the ultimate prize, his Australian citizenship.

“At the start, Jack could not even call me. We couldn’t even talk to each other as hespoke minimal English, ” remembers Margie. Jack initially came on his own on asubclass 457 visa. He battled homesickness and the compulsion to give it all up at the time. It was not until 6months after and many repeated phone calls that we got together for dinner and his English improvement wasphenomenal then. Eventually, his family decided to join him. Now, all three family members speak very goodEnglish and Jerry, their only son, speaks English like a local. They obtained their permanent residency in 2009and Jack qualified for Australian citizenship in 2010.

He has also embraced the Australian life with the purchase of his home and taking up fishing as a hobby. According to Jack, his journey from China to Australia, and everything that followed wouldn’t have been possiblewithout the tireless efforts of Margie Dizon, Cecilia dela Vega and the team at MCA.

Jack now owns his own restaurant called the Regent Court Chinese Restaurant (25 First Street) in the boomingtown of Katherine in the Northern Territory. He boasts cooking the best Chinese food in the locality. With hispassion and flair for cooking, we believe him.

Danilo Mallar i did not realise that his skills in carpenty would mean thatone day, he would be living permanently in Australia with his family. Afterspending a lot of time under the sun, come rain or shine, his hands-onwork as a self-employed carpenter finally won him a job offer to work inthe Territory. Danilo first came to Australia on a 457 work visa in October2006. He endured three years of establishing himself before he decidedthat it was time for his family to join him. When they did, MigrationCorporation of Australia P/L celebrated the family reunion in Darwin withreceiving the family’s permanent residency visa grant a few days after their arrival. All children have settled wellin the community and in their respective schools. Mrs Mallari also enjoys her full time work in the hospitalityindustry. Danilo trusted us with the work and we are happy to say that we certainly deliver.

Jacob Santillan Beltran stole Janet’s heart whilst she lived and worked in Egypt afew years ago. They appointed Margie Dizon with a partner visa and Jacob now enjoyspermanent residency with Janet in Queensland with two beautiful children.

Fluellen Andan’s story is a beautiful one to tell. He wrote us the following testimonial:

“I can still remember, three years ago, I set foot on Australian soil. Excited, a little scared, lonely & full ofanxiety were the mixed feelings I had. Armed with high hopes of providing a better & brighter future for myfamily, battling loneliness & homesickness, made me more determined to work harder just like the rest of the457 working class. I learnt the hard way that living in a foreign land is heaps different than the soft life backhome. It is not a bed of roses, daily living is a constant challenge & trial. Many a time, I wanted to pack my bag& go home. I stopped, looked back & reflected on the poverty situation almost everyone wants to escape from.Financial security prevailed. I took this gamble, might as well get on with it.

Fortunately a year after, my employer deemed it fit to sponsor my family to follow me here in Darwin. My joyknew no bounds. I was ecstatic. At last, I would be reunited with my loved ones. But that happiness was short-lived for we had problems & some complications with our documents. I honestly thought that our being togetherwas not meant to be. I was distressed & was at the lowest ebb of my life. But then, a spark of hope hit me. Iturned to Margie Dizon of MCA, hoping… really, hoping against hope if she could pull off this insurmountableodd. I trusted & believed in her & the MCA team. There’s still hope yet, she assured me. True enough, I didn’thave wait long…a big thorn had been plucked from within me. Needless to say, I am now with my belovedfamily.

My trust for Margie’s agency deepened. I deduced, if she could pull me out from that very tight spot, why not myPermanent Residency? Always , I seem to have a knack for complications. My visa was about to expire, I wasbeginning to panic, I don’t have much time to file it myself due to work constraints. In short, I got scared since Ifelt like applying for PR is one-time shot. Whew! She made it just in time with Divine Intervention & humaneffort. It took a little while to get approved which was another trial, with God’s help & of course with MCA’sunwavering support, the wait is finally over. But that’s all behind us now, we are now looking at the future.Someday…one day…we will be taking our oaths & pledge allegiance to this God-blessed country who gave usanother chance at life. If I may say, so…There is much hope when you trust in the Lord, yourself & a Friend.”

Jaysheel Bhatt, Restaurant Manager, Hanuman Restaurant Darwin

“I am delighted to write to you on how excited me and my family are since my RSMS visa approval on the 15thof december. It couldn’t have come on a better time considering christmas is just around the corner and now wehave more than one reason to celebrate. I would thus like to take this opportunity to thank you and yourexcellent team at Migration Corporation of Australia without who all this would not have been possible and insuch a short time period. 3 and 1/2 weeks is just fantastic!

You have been a great guide during the whole visa application process and i truly appreciate your counsellingwith related matters during the same. Kindly also convey my sincere thank you to Sylvia who has been very co-operative in anwering all my queries and for her valuable support.

Thank you once again Margie for looking after my case. “

Domingo M. Llantino, Boilermaker/Welder, Tristar Industries

“Me and my family would like to express our sincerest gratitude and appreciationfor helping me achieve may Permanent Residency in your wonderful country.Although the odds are against me obtaining my permanent residency, I was able topush through, thanks to your help & expertise.

From the first the day that we have met where in we seek for your advice, I knewthat if anybody can help us in the matters of migration, it would be you.

I hope that you could continue to help other like me who are aspiring to live andwork in Australia with their families. You have helped me give my family abrighter future. God bless you. Thank you very much.”

When Domingo Llantino left the Philippines and accepted the offer to work in Australia, he had no idea what was

in store for him. As a Boilermaker for over 25 years, it was not until he sought the advice from Margie Dizon ofMigration Corporation of Australia that an employment offer from Tristar Industries would make his dreams ofobtaining permanent residency become a reality.

Domingo, 52 years old, was unsure of his choices having received conflicting advice from acquaintances who knewlittle of migration law. He made a good decision by appointing Margie Dizon, Registered Migration Agent andPsychologist to look after his visa application.

Domingo soon learnt that seeking advice from an experienced Registered Migration Agent was the key to his visaapplication success. Coupled with unwavering support from his work sponsor, they both emerged as the winners.Domingo is now a permanent resident of Australia and Tristar Industries has gained the permanent employmentof a very skilled worker.

“I do not know what I would have done without Margie’s help, I gave all my trust in her and she successfullyobtained my permanent residency for me, despite my age and the complexity of my case,” he said.

Domingo shared this dilemma with many other temporary workers already inAustralia– they want to stayinAustraliabut do not know how. Migration Corporation of Australia has assisted hundreds of workers, families,couples, working holiday makers, employers and visa holders alike consider the appropriate type of sponsorshipand visa application.

“Some clients choose a DIY strategy, or they appoint us to represent the submissions from beginning to end,”says Margie. “Either way, it is important to get advice from an experienced Registered Migration Agent toensure you are aware of the pathways and that you are guided properly in choosing the correct one.”

An excerpt of this story appeared as a feature story at the ResideNT Magazine.

Janet Antivola, Food and Beverage Supervisor, NT Pubco enjoys the afternoon sun with Margie Dizon,Registered Migration Agent

“MCA was very helpful to me in attaining my Permanent Residency. I found Margieand her staff very appoachable and friendly. My questions over the phone werealways quickly addressed. MCA made my migration process simpler and hassle-free.

I want to take this opportunity to thank Margie and her staff achieving my dream tobecome a Permanent Resident and beginning a new life in Australia.”

Rory Hanlon, Maintenance Manager, Total Event Services

“Thank you so much for doing everyting so smoothly. It was a joy to work and deal with you and will highlyrecommend you to anyone I know looking to extend their visa in anyway. Thanks again.”

Jayson Lambino, Duty Manager, Parap Tavern

“Good day!! Thanks guys for HELPING us for applying our Permanent Residency! Our kids have a better futurehere in Australia now. All the best for you guys!!”

Guilherme Seben Santarossa, Sous Chef

“I always trust you with your work and thank you for your honesty.”

Gagandeep Kaur,Cook, Cazalys Palmerston and husband Satvir Singh

“We are so happy today. For three years I have been studying and today,I’m so happy. When I found out, I was so surprised, it was only 14 dayswhen you have lodged my application. I did not expect it….it wasapproved so fast. I studied all day and then night time, go for work; we

did very hard work…[visa approved]…I’m very happy today, I don’t have to study anymore. [closer topermanent resideny], just one step more. Your service is very good, fantastic, it’s very good. And when wecame to see you before we applied for the visa and now, everything is the same way, everything alright. It isvery good. I don’t have any complaints, as whatever you said before [with the legislative requirements], theyare what they are and it’s fantastic, very good result.

We will recommend you to our friends and families for sure, and whatever you say is true, no fakeness, you arevery honest, strict but straightaway [you do the job]. Whatever you say, you do that is why we have our visa,within 2 weeks. In fact, one of our friends has already contacted your office to make an appointment to see you.Thank you.”

Ken Nabua, Carpenter, Halikos

“There are too many good opportunities in Darwin, Australia and it is a good place to start a family; it ispeaceful and there is plenty of work. MCA assisted me with my paper works because I personally do not haveenough time to do it on my own. Please continue doing such a good job! Your service is very good and fast. Thank you!”

Mario Casabuena Cuenca

“The MCA team is so great, they are fast, very efficient in processing my papers and renewing my visa. Theyare very helpful and very attentive in processing my visa. We also did not have to wait long to receive such apositive result! I recommend to all visa applicants, that wherever there is a problem, to consult MigrationCorporation of Australia as they definitely can render better and faster service!”

Juanito Balagtas, Permanent Resident, Panel Beater

“The staff at MCA always care for their applicants. They are very good in their service, and flexible with theirpayment plans. I chose Australia as it is a good country and this is my dream home. Australia offers a verygood future for my children. I chose Margie Dizon and Cecilia dela Vega as my Registered Migration Agents asthey are so helpful to me and they always give an update on my application.”

Alan Towey, Permanent Resident, Building Associate

Alan Towey hails from Ireland and fell in love with the lifestyle theNorthern Territory has to offer. “Migration Corporation of Australia hasdone everything and it was brilliant! Their service is the best, as theyasked for all the right information and acted quickly with every piece ofinformation submitted. They were brilliant!”

April Charlene Cruz, Permanent Resident, Food and BeverageSupervisor, Howard Springs Tavern

“You have helped me all the way to be a permanet resident [andAustralian citizen]. You gave me advice with regards to my visa, all theway through. I’m happy that you have assisted me in granting my visa. You need a bigger waiting area (to accommodate more people wantingvisa help)! ;)”

Dear Ms. Margie and the rest of the MCA group,

Me and Brian just wanted to thank you for a job very well done –from Brian’s employment with Foxy Robinson to our PR processing. Weare now settled and God has used you to bless us. My kids are now settledin school. They now have friends and enjoying their childhood.

We can’t just believe that our PR was released 3 weeks after the medical!That was really fast. Again, thank you. I know you will still help a lot of people who want to settle here inAustralia.

Best Regards, Brian & Anna Santos

PS. Some of my guests ask me what I like most about Australia and I always answer: “I love it because it’s safe(crime rate is very low), no fumes and no traffic:) “

Tien Dung Pham, Permanent Resident, Chef

First of all, It would be highly appreciated your effort for looking after my case from the beginning until my PRto be granted. We were very very happy because we received the great news in December just before Christmas

and New year time. We would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your team a very Merry Christmasand a very happy and prosperous new year.

Ali Haigh, Haighs Fencing

“A big thank you to yourself and your staff for making this happen.”

Eddi Didone, Building Supervisor, Steelcon

“Thank you. You are amazing with the work that you do.”

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