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Four further arrest warrants have been issued in relation to two people, Australian citizens, alleged to be giving immigration assistance when not registered as migration agents, and two other students. As well, a court attendance notice was authorised for a third student – all part of the same investigation.

The department is also progressing several other investigations into allegations about individuals who are coordinating the production of false work documents, to support permanent migration applications.

“There are an undisclosed number of investigations underway. There were 13 new prosecutions commenced in the financial year 2008-09 in relation to false documents, false statements and other criminal matters. In this period there were six successful convictions for various offences under the Migration Act 1958,” says Lancia Jordana, NSW Public Affairs Officer for DIAC’s National Communications Branch.

“Whenever a trend is noticed, we act to stop it. Some recent examples include the department’s crack downs on scams involving spouse visas and second working holiday maker visas,” she adds.

On category of people who mostly involve themselves into immigration fraud, Lancia says, “The department focuses more on employers, agents and labour suppliers rather than dealing solely with individual visa breaches. However, people who are the beneficiaries of fraud scams will continue to be pursued by investigators.”

Elaborating on the actions taken by the department to counter immigration frauds, Lancia says, “The government has ramped up its integrity measures, which can include closer checking of work experience claims and documentary evidence provided by students seeking permanent residency and cracking down on nongenuine students and fraud at the source. The department works closely with a range of other Commonwealth and State agencies to combat fraud against our programs”.

Mamta Sharma

Things to be aware of while applying for a visa to Australia

* Applicants should obtain information and assistance regarding visa applications from either the Visa Office or Australian High Commission India office or preferred migration agents.

* Ensure that all of the documentation that you provide with your application is genuine.

* Do not listen to people who tell you that they can ‘arrange’ a visa for a sum of money.

* There are known scams operating over the Internet and in newspapers offering employment or study in Australia. These are commonly offered by businesses claiming to be ‘migration agents’. When dealing with any agent or business offering such services please ensure that you verify any offers of employment or study.

* Verify that the agent is applying lawfully to the Australian Government before making any payments or arrangements. If in doubt, contact the Visa Office.

* Obtain an official receipt for any money you pay for a visa or visarelated services.

* If you are involved with Immigration fraud in any way your ability to apply to travel to Australia will be affected.

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