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Immigration Lawyers Sydney – Visa and Migration Support for Individuals & Businesses

Navigating Australian immigration law can be complex, with ever-changing rules and a wide range of visa categories. Whether you’re an individual seeking to live, work, or reunite with family in Australia — or a business looking to sponsor overseas workers — our experienced immigration lawyers in Sydney can help.

At Owen Hodge Lawyers, our team includes registered migration agents and visa lawyers who provide practical, up-to-date advice and representation. We support individuals, families, and corporate clients throughout every stage of the visa and migration process.

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Frequently asked questions

Take our online skilled visa points quiz to determine how eligible you are for permanent residency.

Our Australian immigration lawyers can assist with a wide range of visa categories and related matters, including:

Work & Skilled Visas

  • Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482)
  • Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494)
  • Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa (subclass 186)
  • Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (subclass 400)
  • General Skilled Migration visas – subclass 189, 190, and 491
  • Post-Study Work visas – subclass 485

Partner, Family & Humanitarian Visas

  • Partner visas
  • Prospective marriage visas
  • Parent and child visas
  • NZ Citizen Family Relationship visa
  • Bridging Visa B
  • Citizenship applications

In addition to visa applications and consultations, we also offer support for niche immigration law issues, such as:

  • Helping Australian citizens with criminal records obtain police and court records for offshore visa applications
  • Advising on dual citizenship and reacquisition for individuals who renounced another nationality under previous Australian law

Yes, Owen Hodge Lawyers is experienced in handling visa refusals and cancellations.

Our business immigration lawyers work closely with Australian companies, HR teams, and foreign talent to simplify sponsorship and compliance requirements. Services include:

  • Standard Business Sponsorship applications
  • Advising on sponsor obligations and monitoring
  • Risk management and visa compliance support
  • Internal company policy reviews for temporary and permanent migration programs

Whether you’re a business sponsoring skilled foreign workers or a multinational expanding into Australia, we can tailor a migration strategy that supports your commercial goals while meeting Department of Home Affairs requirements.

The expected timeline for visas varies depending on the visa you are getting.

Overwhelmed by your visa options or unsure where to start? Our immigration lawyers offer personalised visa consultations to help you:

  • Understand your temporary and permanent visa options
  • Clarify general eligibility criteria for different visa subclasses
  • Compare the benefits and risks of specific visa pathways
  • Assess your readiness to apply and identify potential risks

We simplify complex information and give you a clear plan of action — whether you’re applying for a visa now or preparing for future migration.

Immigration Law Lawyers

Pamela Pau

Senior Immigration Lawyer

Here’s what our clients are saying

I couldn’t have asked for better guidance.

Pamela has been my immigration lawyer from my Graduate Visa through to my 189 visa, and I couldn’t have asked for better guidance. She is exceptionally thorough with every detail of the application, right down to spelling, grammar, and punctuation; while also anticipating potential issues and addressing them before they arise.

My case wasn’t straightforward, but Pamela clearly explained all possible scenarios, walked me through different outcomes, and kept me informed at every step. She sets realistic timeframes, explains what to expect and what’s required, and adapts quickly to any requests from the Department, often going above and beyond, even sacrificing her own time to ensure deadlines are met.

Despite the complexity of my application, my permanent residency was approved in just under three months from lodgement. That result is a testament to Pamela’s expertise, diligence, and commitment to making each application as bulletproof as possible from the outset. I’m incredibly grateful for her support, and I highly recommend Pamela to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and genuinely dedicated immigration lawyer. I’ve recommended her to all of my friends for exactly that reason.

Marc Peter Tomboc

You worked so diligently and professionally on my case

Dear Pamela, I do not have the words to express my joy at getting my resumption of Australian Citizenship approved. You worked so diligently and professionally on my case. Not to mention that I live in the USA!  I highly recommend Pamela Pau to people with complex cases as mine was one of the most complex case! Because of Pamela my children and I can move back home to Melbourne and be with my parents.

Shika Narayan

We wouldn’t have made it without your support

Hi Pamela,

Thanks so much for all your help over the past five years! You’ve guided us through everything, our studies, visa applications, and all the steps along the way. We wouldn’t have made it without your support.

I still remember our first meeting when I told Marcus, “This is going to be our lawyer.” I just knew I could trust you right away. You really know what you’re doing, and it made us feel confident having you in our corner.

Your hard work in helping us get our visa has been a game changer for us. I can’t express enough how thankful we are to have met you during this whole process.

Thanks again for being so amazing, competent, dedicated and intelligent. I’ll go through the visa now, and if I have any questions, I’ll reach out.

Wishing you all the best!

Joslaine Freitas

Immigration Team Review

Will definitely recommend Owen Hodge lawyers to those who need guidance and expert advice.
I worked with the Immigration team and they are very professional, honest and straight to the point….

Stefano Nicastro

I could not recommend Pamela enough!

My partner and I hired Pamela for our partner visa. Pamela is incredibly professional, hard-working, and made what would usually be a stressful process the complete opposite! No matter what question we had, Pamela explained everything in detail and didn’t keep us waiting for answers/updates. I could not recommend Pamela enough!

Anna Laura

Very Professional Team

We had our permanent application done with them. Very professional team, Pamela, our lawyer, helped us a lot through the whole process until we get a positive outcome. I highly recommend their services for any visa application.

Yves Belli

I highly recommend OHL!

I highly recommend OHL!! They are professional and very precise. I’m very thankful to have had the opportunity to leave Pamela responsible for my case.

Jessie Lima

Unparalleled Commitment and Professionalism

Throughout the visa process, Pamela demonstrated exceptional professionalism and outstanding attention to detail, both of which are crucial for a successful application. Her dedication went above and beyond, as she worked with me through Christmas and the New Year to ensure the application was submitted on time. I cannot stress enough how much I recommend her services.

Carlos Santillan

I would definitely recommend OHL

I had an awesome experience at OHL and would definitely recommend it to everyone seeking legal services. The whole team was exceptional and Pamela is certainly a very dedicated and professional lawyer.

Lu Ana

Pamela gave me all the support and guidance I needed

I highly recommend Owen Hodge Lawyers. I have sought advice regarding my immigration paths and Pamela gave me all the support and guidance I needed in my case. She looked at every detail and with great care and attention. Pamela is super competent. I had my visa approved very fast, it took less than 3 months to be granted and I already have my Australian PR. I’m very happy and I don’t have enough words to thank you. I highly recommend the Owen Hodge Lawyers services to anyone who wants advice regarding permanent residence and Australian citizenship.

Michele Suzuki

I am extremely grateful to Pamela

I am extremely grateful to our lawyer Pamela for her exceptional expertise and guidance throughout our visa application process. Her extensive knowledge of Australian immigration laws, attention to detail, and prompt communication were instrumental in securing our visa approval.

Joslaine Freitas

I left everything in the hands of Pamela

Kim Salinas

They have helped me

I highly recommend Owen Hodge Lawyers, they have helped me in a completely professional way. They have given me several options for the path to obtaining my PR, always taking care of the details and taking care of my situation.

Jorge Castanares Dehesa

Owen Hodge Lawyers is one of the best and most reliable migration consultancies.

Owen Hodge Lawyers is one of the best and most reliable migration consultancies. I have had several visas granted with their assistance, and most recently, my 189 visa was successfully approved.

A special hats off to Pamela (Migration Lawyer) – she is truly an asset to the company. I have confidently referred her to many of my friends. Pamela is extremely thorough and detail-oriented, making sure every document and piece of information is accurate and complete.

We lodged our visa in October 2025, and within around three months, it was granted with no further questions from the Department. The process was smooth and stress-free from start to finish.

I highly recommend Owen Hodge Lawyers and Pamela to anyone seeking migration assistance.

Neille Gallegos