Expert Immigration Solutions - Australian visa
Your trusted immigration lawyer for Australian visa and skills assessment services.
Welcome to Danuzia Pontes Legal Practice
We are a Sydney-based law firm dedicated exclusively to Australian migration law.
Our mission is simple: to help individuals, families, professionals and businesses achieve their Australian immigration goals with clarity, honesty, and care. Whether you are looking to study, work, live, or reunite with loved ones in Australia, we are here to guide you every step of the way.
Since 2017, we have helped hundreds of clients from around the world obtain the right Australian visa and build a life in Australia. Many of them are now proud permanent residents and Australian citizens.
Planning their steps to migrate to Australia was crucial to achieve their goal of becoming an Australian PR.
We are fluent in both Portuguese and English, and we understand your journey—because we’ve walked it ourselves.
We’ve helped over 1000+ people migrate to Australia. We want to help you!
All information here is for information purposes only.
Migration laws are complex and change regularly. You should ALWAYS consult a qualified lawyer before taking action on your own situation.
Meet Our Principal Lawyer – Danuzia Pontes
My migration story began in April 2001, when I arrived in Australia from Brazil on a student visa. I studied, worked in major companies, and became an Australian citizen in 2007.
In 2010, I chose to pursue a new career. I completed a Juris Doctor and a Graduate Certificate in Professional Legal Practice from from the University of Technology Sydney, followed by a Graduate Diploma in Migration Law and Practice. This academic and professional journey was fueled by one purpose: to make a difference in the lives of others, just like me.
I am passionate about helping students, professionals, families, and businesses, and I have a strong commitment to supporting victims of domestic and family violence, many of whom I’ve helped secure permanent residency and citizenship.
I believe that knowledge should be an instrument of hope, and I am here to use mine to support your Australian dream.
Our Services
We provide a full range of immigration legal services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, families, professionals and employers. Our approach is personal, strategic, and grounded in the latest legal frameworks.
What We Do:
- Comprehensive online consultations
- Tailored immigration strategies for permanent residency and citizenship
- Full application preparation and lodgement
- Skills assessment support and lodgement
- Review packages for DIY applications (partner visas only)
- Migration seminars and training for groups, agencies, and institutions
🧭 What to Expect in Your Consultation:
- Honest and realistic advice – no false promises
- Clear explanation of visa conditions, restrictions, and potential risks
- Analysis of barriers or delays in your migration pathway
- Transparent cost breakdowns
- A customised migration plan for you and your family
- Time to ask questions and feel supported
From the initial consultation to your final step toward citizenship, we are with you—every step of the way.
Visas We Can Help You With
We help individuals, couples, families, students, professionals and employers find the right Australian visa—whether you're coming temporarily or aiming to stay permanently.
✨ Skilled Visas (Points-Based)
- Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): For skilled workers who aren’t sponsored by an employer or family member. Permanent residency based on your skills and points score.
- Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): For skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government. Also gives you permanent residency.
- Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491): A 5-year provisional visa for skilled workers willing to live in regional Australia.
- Permanent Residence-Regional Visa (Subclass 191): For people who have lived and worked in regional Australia for 3 years on a 491 or 494 visa. Grants permanent residency.
Visas We Can Help You With
We help professionals and employers find the right Australian visa—whether you're coming temporarily or aiming to stay permanently.
💼 For Sponsored Workers (including religious leaders)
If you’ve been offered a job in Australia, we can help with employer-sponsored visas.
- Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482): Allows Australian businesses to sponsor skilled workers from overseas when local talent isn’t available.
- Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186): Lets skilled workers be sponsored by an Australian employer for permanent residency.
- Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494): For jobs in regional areas. It’s a 5-year visa that may lead to permanent residency if you meet the requirements.
🏢 Support for Businesses
We help Australian companies sponsor overseas talent to fill skill gaps in their workforce. Our team guides you through every step of getting approval from the Doha.
We assist with:
- Standard Business Sponsorships (for visas 482 and 494)
- Nominations (for visas 482, 186 and 494)
- Renewals of existing sponsorships
- Labour Agreements (custom arrangements for visas 482)
Whether you’re hiring a skilled chef, IT specialist, engineer, or health professional, we’ll ensure your sponsorship process is smooth, compliant, and stress-free.
Need to bring international talent to your team? Book a consultation and we’ll handle the process for you.
Visas We Can Help You With
💑 For Partners and Families
We support families and couples through the emotional and practical side of the migration journey.
- Partner Visas – Offshore (Subclasses 309 & 100): For partners or spouses applying from outside Australia. The 309 visa is temporary and allows you to enter Australia while your permanent 100 visa is processed.
- Partner Visas – Onshore (Subclasses 820 & 801): For partners or spouses already in Australia. The 820 visa is temporary while the permanent 801 visa is processed.
- Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300): For people engaged to an Australian citizen or permanent resident. You’ll have 9 months to marry after arriving, then you can apply for a partner visa.
🇦🇺 Citizenship Services
Ready to become an Aussie?
We can help with all types of citizenship applications.
- Citizenship by Descent – For people born overseas to Australian parents.
- Citizenship by Conferral – For permanent residents who meet residency and character requirements.
- Proof of Citizenship – For people who became citizens automatically and need official confirmation.
👪 Other Family Visas
We help parents reunite with children and loved ones in Australia.
- Contributory Parent Visa (Temporary – 173 / Permanent – 143): For parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents. The 173 is temporary; the 143 gives permanent residency.
- Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870): Lets parents visit for up to 3 or 5 years. It can be extended for up to 10 years.
- Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864): For older parents already in Australia, offering a path to permanent residency.
🌏 Other Visas We Work With
- Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462): For young adults from eligible countries such as Brazil to work and travel in Australia. You can stay up to 12 months—and even extend it if you meet the work requirements.
- Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417): It lets you travel, work, and study while enjoying everything the country has to offer.
"Many of our clients first arrived in Australia on a Work and Holiday visa to gain valuable professional experience, which later helped them qualify for a permanent residency pathway."
✈️ Short-Term & Temporary Visas
We help individuals, professionals, and students apply for the right visa based on their purpose of travel—whether it's a holiday, a short job, study, or a cultural event.
🛠️ Temporary Work Visa (Subclass 400): This visa is for people doing highly skilled, short-term jobs in Australia. It’s usually granted for up to 3 months, or up to 6 months in special cases. Perfect for project-based or expert consulting work.
🎭 Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408): For invited participants, religious workers, performers, researchers, athletes & more
This visa allows you to stay temporarily in Australia to take part in a specific activity or event—usually by invitation or sponsorship. Activities include:
- Entertainment (TV, film, theatre)
- Sport (play, coach, train, or officiate)
- Cultural events, religious work, research or youth exchanges
- Superyacht crew or domestic workers for foreign executives
- Government-endorsed events: Length of stay and requirements depend on your activity and sponsorship.
🎓 Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)
Work in Australia after you finish your studies
This visa lets international students stay and workin Australia after graduation.
Two streams:
- Graduate Work Stream – stay for up to 18 months
- Post-Study Work Stream – stay for 2 to 6 years, depending on your qualification
You can work full-time, improve your English, or even complete a professional year to boost your chances of applying for a permanent visa later.
🧳 Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
For holidays, visiting family, or short business trips
This visa lets you stay in Australia for 3, 6, or 12 months.
You can:
- Visit family and friends and travel around Australia
- Attend meetings, sign contracts, or join conferences (unpaid)
You can’t work or sell services while on this visa.
💡 Not sure which visa suits your goal?
Let us guide you to the right visa based on your plans to visit, study, work, or stay long-term in Australia.
💡 Need help navigating the visa process?
We’re here to simplify it, personalise it, and give you the confidence to move forward.