Dessie

Congratulations to Dessie Hristova and Assent Migration Lawyers for being recognised in the Best Lawyers Edition 2027 , published today for professional performance in Australian Immigration Law. Being included in Best Lawyers  is particularly meaningful because it is based on peer review and recognition within the legal profession and is trusted, unbiased benchmark for excellence, reflecting high esteem within the Immigration Law practice area in Australia. We thank our clients and peers...

It is commonly known that visa applications lodged by overseas nationals who are in Australia are subject to criteria listed in Schedule 3 of the Migration Regulations 1994. The purpose of Schedule 3 is to uphold an expectation of the Australian migration system that overseas nationals should at all times remain lawfully in Australia and ensure they apply for a new visa while they still hold a valid substantive which has not expired. In practice, Schedule 3 is triggered in circumstances where...

At Assent Migration Lawyers, we closely monitor updates from the Department of Home Affairs to ensure our clients are well-prepared and positioned for success. The April 2026 Partner Processing update from the Department of Home Affairs reinforces several important themes that are directly impacting how Partner visa applications are assessed. Getting it right from the start One of the key findings from the Department’s recent review is that many applications are being lodged with insufficient...