Migration Agents Capstone Assessment (OMARA, Australia)

Which section of the Australian Constitution provides the Commonwealth Parliament with the power to make laws with respect to 'naturalization and aliens'?

• ASection 51(xxvii)
• BSection 51(xix)
• CSection 52(ii)
• DSection 109

What is the primary object of the Migration Act 1958 (Cth) as stated in Section 4(1)?

• ATo regulate, in the national interest, the coming into, and presence in, Australia of non…
• BTo ensure all eligible visa applicants are granted permanent residency within specified p…
• CTo maximize annual migration intake to support economic growth and labor market demand
• DTo control and police Australia's international waters and maritime zones against illegal…

Under Section 5 of the Migration Act 1958 (Cth), how is a 'non-citizen' legally defined?

• AA person who was born outside Australia and has not resided in Australia for 5 years
• BA person who does not hold a valid visa to remain in Australia
• CA person who is a citizen of a foreign country and holds foreign citizenship
• DA person who is not an Australian citizen

For a visa application to be considered valid under Section 46 of the Migration Act 1958, which of the following criteria must be met?

• AThe application must be accompanied by an official written reference from a Registered Mi…
• BThe applicant must demonstrate they meet all Schedule 2 criteria at the time of making th…
• CThe application must be made on the prescribed form, pay the prescribed fee, and satisfy…
• DThe applicant must pass all health and character checks prior to submitting the visa appl…

What is the primary distinction between Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 of the Migration Regulations 1994?

• ASchedule 1 sets application validity requirements; Schedule 2 sets visa grant criteria
• BSchedule 1 lists visa fees; Schedule 2 lists appeal rights
• CSchedule 1 defines visa subclasses; Schedule 2 defines OMARA powers
• DSchedule 1 covers temporary visas; Schedule 2 covers permanent visas

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Minister's personal public interest powers (e.g., Section 351 or Section 417 of the Migration Act)?

• AThe powers must be exercised within 28 days of an Administrative Review Tribunal decision
• BThe powers are non-delegable and non-compellable
• CThe powers are subject to direct merits review by the Federal Court
• DThe powers can only be exercised if recommended by a Registered Migration Agent

What is the primary function of the LEGENDcom platform in the daily practice of an Australian Registered Migration Agent?

• ATo complete and submit annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points to OMARA
• BTo submit visa applications and upload supporting evidence directly to the Department of…
• CTo check the real-time processing status of a client's lodged visa applications and revie…
• DTo access updated, historical, and current migration legislation, regulations, and depart…

In the structure of the Migration Regulations 1994, under which Schedule would you find the specific criteria for each individual visa subclass?

• ASchedule 2
• BSchedule 1
• CSchedule 4
• DSchedule 8

If a visa criterion is marked as a 'time of application' criterion in Schedule 2, when must the applicant satisfy this requirement?

• AAt the exact time the visa application is validly lodged
• BAt the time the decision-maker makes the final decision on the visa
• CWithin 28 days after the application is submitted online
• DAt the time the applicant receives an Invitation to Apply (ITA) via SkillSelect

What happens if a visa application is lodged without paying the prescribed Visa Application Charge (VAC) or obtaining a valid waiver under the Regulations?

• AThe application is valid but will be refused immediately by the decision-maker
• BThe Department will issue a natural justice letter giving the applicant 28 days to pay th…
• CThe application is invalid and is deemed to have never been made
• DThe applicant will be charged a penalty rate of 150% of the VAC upon processing

Which of the following is true regarding the relationship between the Migration Act 1958 and the Migration Regulations 1994?

• AThe Act is updated by the Department of Home Affairs, whereas the Regulations are updated…
• BThe Regulations take legal precedence over the Act in the event of an inconsistency
• CThe Act governs temporary migration, whereas the Regulations govern permanent residency
• DThe Regulations are delegated legislation made under the authority of the Act and cannot…

Under Section 66 of the Migration Act 1958, what is the legal consequence if the Department fails to notify an applicant of a visa refusal in the prescribed statutory manner?

• AThe decision is void and a Bridging Visa E is granted automatically
• BThe application is deemed approved after 28 days of defective notice
• CThe applicant is entitled to a full VAC refund
• DDefective notification may delay commencement of the merits review time limit

What is the key legal difference between Public Interest Criterion (PIC) 4005 and Public Interest Criterion (PIC) 4007 regarding the health requirement?

• APIC 4007 contains a health waiver provision, whereas PIC 4005 does not allow for a waiver
• BPIC 4005 applies only to permanent visa subclasses, whereas PIC 4007 applies only to temp…
• CPIC 4007 requires testing for tuberculosis, whereas PIC 4005 does not require any active…
• DPIC 4005 assesses the cost to the community, whereas PIC 4007 only assesses threat to pub…

Which Public Interest Criterion (PIC) in Schedule 4 of the Migration Regulations 1994 contains the character requirement that must be met by visa applicants?

• APIC 5001
• BPIC 4001
• CPIC 4020
• DPIC 3004

Under Section 56 of the Migration Act 1958, what power is given to a visa decision-maker regarding request for information?

• AThe power to force the applicant to undergo a polygraph test for character verification
• BThe power to compel the applicant's employer to increase their salary to meet the TSMIT t…
• CThe power to search the applicant's residential premises without a warrant to verify rela…
• DThe power to request the applicant to give additional information or documents within a s…

Which of the following streams is NOT a subclass of the Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482) visa?

• ARegional Skilled Transition Stream
• BShort-term Stream
• CMedium-term Stream
• DLabour Agreement Stream

As of the regulatory adjustments in force in 2026, what is the minimum salary threshold (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold - TSMIT) for nominating a worker under the Subclass 482 visa?

• A$70,000 AUD
• B$73,150 AUD
• C$53,900 AUD
• D$85,000 AUD

In the context of skilled visa assessments, what does the 'Genuine Applicant' requirement under Subclass 482 mean?

• AThe applicant must submit a statutory declaration swearing they will not change employers…
• BThe applicant must prove they do not intend to apply for permanent residency in Australia…
• CThe applicant must have an official certification of authenticity from their previous off…
• DThe applicant must genuinely intend to perform the nominated occupation and have the requ…

Which of the following is a primary stream under the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) permanent residency visa?

• AIndependent Points Test Stream
• BRegional Skilled Work Stream
• CDesignated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) Stream
• DDirect Entry (DE) Stream

Under the Direct Entry stream of the Subclass 186 visa, what is the maximum age limit for an applicant at the time of application, unless an exemption applies?

• AUnder 40 years of age
• BUnder 50 years of age
• CUnder 45 years of age
• DThere is no age limit for employer-sponsored permanent visas

Which of the following points-test factors is CORRECTLY matched with the points awarded under the General Skilled Migration points system?

• AAge between 25 and 32 years (inclusive): 30 points
• BProficient English (IELTS 7.0 or equivalent): 20 points
• CState or Territory Nomination for a Subclass 190 visa: 10 points
• DA recognized Bachelor degree from an Australian institution: 20 points

How many points does a candidate receive toward their General Skilled Migration points test score for obtaining a state or territory nomination under the Subclass 190 visa?

• A10 points
• B5 points
• C15 points
• D0 points (nominations are mandatory but do not grant points)

What is the primary residency pathway for holders of the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Subclass 491 visa to obtain permanent residency?

• AThey must get sponsored by an employer for a Subclass 186 Direct Entry visa after 12 mont…
• BThey are automatically transitioned to a Subclass 189 visa after residing in a regional a…
• CThey must lodge a new GSM points test and receive a separate invitation for a Subclass 18…
• DThey must hold the Subclass 491 for at least 3 years and meet income requirements to appl…

Unless a shorter period is specified by the assessing authority, what is the maximum validity period of a skills assessment for General Skilled Migration purposes under the Regulations?

• A3 years from the date of issue
• B2 years from the date of issue
• C5 years from the date of issue
• DIndefinite validity as long as the applicant remains in the same occupation

Under the Labour Market Testing (LMT) requirements for a Subclass 482 nomination, what is the minimum duration the nominated position must be advertised?

• AAt least 4 weeks within the 4 months immediately prior to lodging the nomination
• BAt least 2 weeks within the 12 months immediately prior to lodging the nomination
• CAt least 30 days within the 6 months immediately prior to lodging the nomination
• DLMT is only required to be advertised for 7 consecutive days on any public job board

What is the primary difference between the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) for a Subclass 482 visa applicant?

• AMLTSSL occupations are exempt from Labour Market Testing; STSOL occupations are not
• BMLTSSL allows up to four years and a PR pathway; STSOL is generally capped at two years
• CSTSOL occupations are regional-only; MLTSSL occupations are nationwide
• DMLTSSL is managed by Employment; STSOL is managed by OMARA

Which of the following is a stream under the Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) Subclass 188 visa?

• ACritical Technology Venture Stream
• BSkilled Regional Entrepreneur Stream
• CBusiness Innovation Stream
• DDirect Corporate Investment Stream

How is the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy calculated for an employer nominating a worker for a Subclass 482 visa?

• AAs a percentage of the business's total payroll tax paid in the previous financial year
• BAs a flat rate of $3,000 AUD per nomination regardless of business size or visa duration
• CBased on the salary level of the nominated employee as a percentage of TSMIT
• DBased on the annual turnover of the nominating business and the proposed period of stay o…

What is the minimum English language proficiency score required for an applicant applying under the Medium-term stream of the Subclass 482 visa, using IELTS?

• AAn overall band score of at least 6.0, with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the four t…
• BAn overall band score of at least 5.0, with a score of at least 4.5 in each of the four t…
• CAn overall band score of at least 5.0, with a score of at least 5.0 in each of the four t…
• DThere is no English language requirement for the Medium-term stream

If a Subclass 482 visa holder ceases employment with their nominating sponsor, how many days do they have to find a new sponsor, depart Australia, or apply for another visa?

• AStrictly 90 days from the date employment officially ceased
• BStrictly 60 days from the date employment officially ceased
• CUp to 180 consecutive days, with no more than 365 days total across the visa period
• DThey must leave Australia immediately as their visa is cancelled automatically upon cessa…

To qualify for the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream of the permanent Subclass 186 visa, how long must the applicant have worked for their nominating employer while holding their Subclass 482 visa?

• AAt least 1 year in the 2 years immediately prior to nomination
• BAt least 3 years in the 4 years immediately prior to nomination
• CAt least 2 years in the 3 years immediately prior to nomination
• DThere is no prior employment duration requirement for the TRT stream

For regional skilled visas (such as Subclass 491 or 494), how is a 'designated regional area' primarily defined?

• ABy maps published quarterly by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)
• BAs any area located more than 100 kilometers from any state capital city
• CAs any local government area with a population under 50,000 residents
• DBy postcodes specified in a legislative instrument by the Minister

In the General Skilled Migration SkillSelect system, how are candidates selected to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)?

• ABy chronological EOI lodgement regardless of points
• BBy a monthly random lottery of eligible EOIs
• CBy points ranking, then by EOI date and time at that points level
• DBy the sponsorship fee paid during EOI submission

Under the General Skilled Migration points test, how many points are awarded for completing a professional year program in Australia?

• A5 points
• B10 points
• C15 points
• D0 points (professional years assist with skills assessments only)

What is a key eligibility requirement for a business to become an 'Accredited Sponsor' under the Subclass 482 visa program?

• AA minimum annual turnover of at least $50 million AUD in the preceding financial year
• BA history of high-volume, compliant visa sponsorships and a high ratio of Australian work…
• CAn official endorsement from the local state Premier or federal Minister for Trade
• DHaving no overseas workers currently employed in administrative roles

To lodge a valid nomination for a Subclass 482 visa, the employer must nominate an occupation that matches which classification standard?

• ANOC (National Occupational Classification)
• BO*NET (Occupational Information Network Classification)
• CASIC (Australian Standard Industrial Classification)
• DANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations)

Which of the following streams is a valid stream under the Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) visa?

• ACorporate Trainee Stream
• BSkilled Regional Graduate Stream
• CProfessional Year Graduate Stream
• DPost-Vocational Education Work Stream

For which stream of the Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa is a positive skills assessment mandatory at the time of application?

• ANo Subclass 485 stream requires a skills assessment
• BPost-Higher Education Work Stream
• CSecond Post-Higher Education Work Stream
• DPost-Vocational Education Work Stream