ABOUT US
About Christie Migration Agents
Christie Migration Agents was founded in 2016 by Registered Migration Agent Belinda Christie (MARN 1681154), following more than a decade of experience working within the Australian Department of Immigration. During her time as an Australian Immigration Officer, Belinda developed a passion for Australian migration law and gained valuable insight into the visa application process from both the government and client perspective.
Having previously lived and migrated to the United States, Belinda understands the excitement, uncertainty, and challenges that individuals and families face when navigating immigration processes. Her personal experience, combined with her professional expertise, allows her to provide practical guidance and genuine empathy to clients throughout their migration journey.
Today, Christie Migration Agents assists individuals, families, and businesses from around the world with a wide range of Australian migration and visa matters. Our team is led by Registered Migration Agents Belinda Christie (MARN 1681154) and Braishna Durzada (MARN 2117102), supported by a dedicated administrative team committed to providing exceptional client service.
At Christie Migration Agents, we believe in delivering clear, honest, and practical advice tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Whether you are looking to visit, work, reunite with family, or make Australia your home, we are committed to guiding you through every stage of the process with professionalism, integrity, and care.
Belinda Christie
Founder, Director and Senior Registered Migration Agent
MARN: 1682855
I decided to change careers and register as a MARA Registered Migration Agent after working for the Department of Home Afairs for nearly 10 years to assist those in the visa and citizenship process. During my time as an Immigration Officer, I worked both in Australia, as well as in the Australian Embassy in Cambodia. I have assessed temporary and permanent visas, and I hate to admit it, cancelled countless visas. I even appeared on the Channel Seven show Border Security which you can watch here.
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I completed my Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law from Griffith University and am registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARN: 1682855). I also have completed an MA in Counselling from Monash University and often find myself assisting my clients with not only their visa process, but also talking them through the emotional rollercoaster that can often accompany the migration journey.
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I have become a Migration Agent to use the extensive knowledge I have gained as an Immigration Officer and provide exceptional client service. One of the biggest complaints I heard from clients during my time as an Immigration Officer was their agents gave them the wrong advice and/or as soon as the application was lodged and the agent was paid then they could never contact their agent. I find this completely unacceptable and unethical behaviour and unfortunately with the migration industry unregulated outside of Australia, this continues to be a concern.
My goal every time is to provide an exceptional service with current expertise and be completely client-focused. I have emigrated to the United States myself previously so I can completely empathise with the client whilst going through the process. I understand the nerves and the fear and the hope the client is feeling. I am committed to providing a service that will provide the client with the best opportunity to visit, study in, practice business, live permanently or become a citizen in Australia.
