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15 Visa Pathways · Published Government Criteria

See where
you stand.

HARBOX compares your profile against published Australian visa criteria — clearly and simply, so you understand your situation before making any big decisions.

See How It Works
Educational information only — not immigration advice.
Built using publicly available information from official Australian Government sources
HARBOX is an educational platform. We help you understand Australian visa pathways by organising official government information into clear educational reports generated from your questionnaire responses and published government criteria. We are not a migration agent and we do not provide immigration advice. For professional advice on your specific circumstances, a MARA-registered migration agent can help.

HARBOX is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Australian Government or the Department of Home Affairs.
190+ Passport Countries
15 Visa Pathways
Published Government Criteria
Migration Regulations 1994
Updated Continuously
Available 24/7
Free to Start
190+ Passport Countries
15 Visa Pathways
Published Government Criteria
Migration Regulations 1994
Updated Continuously
Available 24/7
Free to Start
The Challenge

Immigration shouldn't feel this confusing.

Millions want to build a new life in Australia — but the visa process is complex, time-consuming, and often difficult to understand without professional help. Most people don't know where to start.

HARBOX changes that. We organise publicly available government information and put it directly in your hands — clearly, simply, and affordably.

Weeks
Of research before any clarity emerges
6–18 mo
Typical processing time
280k+
Annual AU visa apps
Complex
100+ visa subclasses
01
Know what's possible before you spend a cent
An initial consultation with a migration agent — just to understand which pathways might apply to you — can cost several hundred dollars. Full-service support can run into the thousands, depending on the provider and complexity. Most people pay those fees before they even know which published criteria their profile appears to align with. HARBOX shows you that first — so when you do talk to a professional, you arrive informed. Not starting from zero.
02
You've read the government website. You still don't understand.
Hours on homeaffairs.gov.au. Acronyms everywhere — MLTSSL, STSOL, Schedule 6D, skills assessments, points allocations. And the most basic question is still unanswered: what does this mean for me? HARBOX organises those published criteria and shows how they may relate to the information you provide — in plain language.
03
You're paying for answers before you know the questions
Most people hire help before they understand where they stand — so they pay a professional to explain things they could have understood for free. HARBOX gives you that understanding first, so every dollar you spend later is spent with purpose.
04
The not-knowing is the hardest part
Waiting, wondering, refreshing forums at midnight. The uncertainty is exhausting — not because the answer is bad, but because no one has shown you the answer clearly. HARBOX turns the unknown into something you can actually see.
How It Works

Four steps to seeing where you stand

From your first question to seeing exactly where you stand — structured, simple, and explained every step of the way.

01
Answer Your Profile
Simple questions about your background, education, work experience and goals. Plain language, no jargon — takes about 5–10 minutes.
02
We Compare Your Profile
Based on your answers, we check your profile against the published criteria for 15 Australian visa pathways — and show you which published criteria your stated profile appears to align with.
03
Review Your Pathway Overview
Your Pathway Report shows you, for each visa category, which published criteria may already be satisfied based on your answers, and which areas may still need attention — all explained in plain language.
04
Understand What's Next
Understand what comes next — with published information about each step of the process, clearly explained. For support with your specific circumstances, a registered migration agent or immigration lawyer can help.
What We Offer

Built for Every Stage of the Journey

Pathway Comparison
Compare your stated profile against publicly available Australian visa pathway criteria. Your results are for educational purposes only and do not constitute immigration advice.
Pathway Report
Your personalised Pathway Report — showing you, for each visa category, which published criteria may already be satisfied based on your answers, and which areas may still need attention. With plain-language explanations and the official source for each criterion.
Educational Report
Skills Assessment Guide
Educational overview of skills assessment requirements for your occupation, including TRA, Engineers Australia, AHPRA and other assessing authorities.
Skilled Workers
Application Overview
An educational overview of the published application process — including the types of documents typically required, the main steps involved, and what to expect along the way. For support with your specific application, a MARA-registered migration agent can assist.
Step-by-Step
Getting Started in Australia
TFN, ABN, bank account, housing, job search — your full settlement journey explained.
After Arrival
Your Dashboard

Everything in one intelligent place

Track your visa research, documents, preparation tasks and profile comparison — all in one clear, organised dashboard.

Illustrative Preview
HARBOX — My Immigration Dashboard
Subclass 189
Overview
Visa Comparison
Checklist
Checklist
Roadmap
Getting Started
Settings
HARBOX Educational Alignment Indicator
87%
Educational only — based on stated answers — not a government assessment or visa outcome prediction
Visa Pathways Explored
6
Based on your stated profile
Preparation Progress
62%
3 tasks remaining
Requirements Progress
Skills Assessment
Done
English Test (IELTS)
Done
Profile Comparison
80%
Police Clearance
35%
Health Examination
Document Tracker
Passport (valid)
IELTS Certificate
Skills Assessment
Police Clearance
Health Check
Employment Letters
Built on Authority

Everything we show you comes from one place

Every criterion, every points allocation, every requirement is sourced directly from the Australian Department of Home Affairs and the Migration Regulations 1994 — the same published rules that govern every visa decision. We don't interpret. We don't guess. We don't give opinions. We organise what's already published — and show you exactly where your profile sits against it.

🏛️
Published Government Criteria
All data sourced from the Australian Department of Home Affairs — homeaffairs.gov.au
⚖️
Migration Regulations 1994
Built on Schedule 2 — the same published criteria referenced across the Australian visa system
🔄
Updated as Criteria Change
Tracked against published rules so your report reflects current requirements
Why We Built HARBOX

"I went through the Australian visa process myself — months of government websites, conflicting forum advice, and quotes from agents I couldn't afford. I never found one place that simply showed me where I stood. So we built it. HARBOX is the tool I wish I'd had: clear, honest, and free to start."

— The HARBOX Founders
Pricing

Start With Clarity

Two options for migrants. One for professionals.
No subscription required.

For Migrants
Free
$0

See where you stand — at no cost. No credit card. No commitment. Just clarity.

  • Your profile checked against 15 Australian visa pathways
  • A HARBOX educational alignment indicator for each visa pathway — based solely on your stated answers, not a government assessment or visa outcome prediction
  • A one-line summary for each visa based on your stated profile
  • Honest notes if anything in your situation needs extra attention
  • Plain-language explanation of what's not covered (health, character)

Migrants pay once. They own their report forever.
No subscription. No surprise charges. Pay once, refer back anytime.

For Migration Agents & Immigration Lawyers
Professional Marketplace
AUD $99 / month

Get discovered by HARBOX users actively researching their visa pathways. All applicants arrive prepared — they've already used HARBOX to understand how their stated profile compares with published criteria, gather criteria, and prepare their documents. Less diagnostic time. Better-informed enquiries. HARBOX does not endorse, recommend, or guarantee any listed professional.

  • Listed profile on the HARBOX marketplace
  • Featured by specialisation (skilled, partner, employer-sponsored, student)
  • Filterable by state, language, MARA registration number
  • User ratings and reviews
  • Lead notifications when a user requests contact
  • HARBOX listing badge (registration status checked against publicly available records at time of onboarding)
  • Profile analytics — views, contact requests, conversions

Requirements

Current MARA registration (checked at onboarding — users should independently confirm current registration before engaging) · Or current legal practising certificate (Australian immigration lawyer)

Start With Clarity

You've read the forums. You've stared at government websites. Now understand where your profile sits against the published criteria.

See How It Works

Free to start · No credit card · Your results in minutes

HARBOX is an independent educational platform. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Australian Government or the Department of Home Affairs. We do not provide immigration advice, legal advice, or visa application services. All content is based on publicly available information from official Australian Government sources. Profile comparisons and Pathway Reports are educational tools only — they do not predict, guarantee, or determine visa outcomes. For advice on your personal circumstances, consult a MARA-registered migration agent at mara.gov.au or a qualified immigration lawyer.