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132/310 Wattle Street
Ultimo, Sydney, NSW, 2007
Sydney Visa is a registered migration practice based in inner Sydney, led by registered migration agent Alexei Grinko (MARN 0103440). The firm has operated since 2001 and works across skilled, family, employer-sponsored, business and student visa streams. It publishes material in Russian and Spanish as well as English, and its client base is noticeably international.
Based on publicly available information and CompareMyAgents research. Last updated July 2026.
Best for
Applicants who would rather deal with an agent in their own language. The practice runs Russian and Spanish language versions of its site and publishes country-specific guidance for around thirty nationalities — unusual depth for a small firm, and worth having if English is not your first language.
| Service | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Consultation | Free | Eligibility assessment before you commit to an application. |
| Skilled Migration Visas (189, 190, 491) | Contact for quote |
| Points-tested independent, state-nominated and regional skilled visas. |
| Family & Partner Visas | Contact for quote | Partner, parent, child and other family stream applications. |
| Employer Sponsored Visas (482, 494, 186) | Contact for quote | Temporary and permanent employer-sponsored pathways. |
| Business & Investor Visas | Contact for quote | Business Innovation and Investment stream applications. |
| Student Visas (Subclass 500) | Contact for quote | Student visa lodgement and related advice. |
Pricing based on publicly available information. Verify directly with the consultant.
Registered Migration Agent (MARN 0103440) operating in Sydney since 2001, covering skilled, family, employer-sponsored, business, student and visitor visas.
Multilingual service in English, Russian and Spanish — useful for applicants more comfortable outside English.
A large body of detailed Google reviews that name individual agents and describe specific outcomes.
Headline claims such as "Top 10 migration agencies" and a "92% success rate" are self-stated and not independently verified — weigh them against the reviews.
Parts of the website still show placeholder ("Lorem Ipsum") text on some visa pages, so confirm current detail directly with the agent.
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Free assessment
Book a consultation to review your visa options, check your points score, and identify the right pathway for your situation.
Strategy and preparation
Your MARA-registered agent builds your case strategy, provides a document checklist, and sets realistic timelines.
Application lodgement
Your agent prepares and lodges your application through ImmiAccount, ensuring all documentation requirements are met.
Post-lodgement support
Your agent tracks the application, responds to Department of Home Affairs queries, and keeps you updated until a decision is reached.
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One of the longer-established practices on this list, operating since 2001 under an agent whose registration dates from the same era. The firm advertises a specific visa success rate and a "top 10 agencies" ranking; neither is independently verifiable, and success rates in this industry depend heavily on which cases a firm agrees to take on. Treat those as marketing, and judge the practice on the registration, the tenure and your own consultation. Note the register lists the office in Ultimo while the firm's site says Pyrmont — adjacent suburbs, but confirm the meeting address.
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Google · 107 reviews
Fantastic and professional service from Alexei. Absolute dedication, at no time ever have we felt like we were left to ourselves on this journey! Could not recommend Alexei any higher! Thank you for your commitment Alexei!
Karina K
Google Maps
Great work. Although the process took ages in our case, we got the visas. Thanks, Sydney Visa, for your support and all relevant updates made in time. I am glad we used your assistance!
Daniil Yakovlev
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We recently had the pleasure of working with Sydney Visa, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the exceptional service and support we received. From start to finish, they were professional, responsive, and went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. Alexei and Anna have an incredible attention to detail and a genuine care for their clients, which made me feel valued and understood throughout the entire process. They was always available to answer our questions and provided valuable insights that helped me make right decisions. Thank you for your outstanding work and dedication. Your expertise and commitment to excellence are truly commendable. I highly recommend Sydney Visa to anyone in need of visa service!
Serguei Rubis
Google Maps
We had a great experience working with Alex from Sydney Visa. He handled our Business Visa (subclass 188) application with professionalism and expertise, and we were thrilled to receive our Permanent Visa in a surprisingly short time. This type of visa usually involves a long and complicated process, but Alex made everything feel straightforward and manageable. He clearly knows the system well and gave us confidence every step of the way. We truly appreciate his help and would highly recommend his services to anyone needing reliable immigration support.
Ilona Khudieva
Google Maps
Lost thousands and they couldn’t even explain me the reason of my visa refusal. Communication with agents very hard, sometimes they answer the next day sometimes after two days. I wouldn’t recommend this agency.
Franco Amin
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