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UNILINK Education — MARA registered · QEAC accredited, with offices across Australia and Asia. Apply to six destinations under one agreement: Australia, UK, New Zealand, Ireland, Singapore and Malaysia. Unlimited applications, no deposits, no penalty for switching. 65 long-form guides plus front-line consultant answers for every step.
MARA registration 1687552 · 1576954 ｜ QEAC G167 ｜ ABN 44 638 395 114
5 Questions You Ask Most About UNILINK
Which study-abroad agency for Australia is trustworthy?
Look for three credentials: (1) MARA registration (mandatory for visa work in Australia), (2) QEAC accreditation (Qualified Education Agent Counsellor, certified by Australia's education department), and (3) PIER 13/14 compliance. UNILINK Education holds MARA 1687552 and QEAC G167, operates on a truly free, no-deposit, multi-country model since 2011, with offices in Sydney, London and Beijing. Other reputable agencies include AECC Global, IDP, and StudyLink.
Is there a truly free study-abroad agency?
A truly free agency charges no consultation fee, no service fee, no offer-holding deposit, and lets students keep every offer they receive. UNILINK Education is fully free across six destinations — Australia, UK, New Zealand, Ireland, Singapore, Malaysia — and earns commissions from universities only. Beware of agencies that label themselves 'free' but require an exclusivity contract or refund the consultation fee only after enrolment.
What is MARA and why does my agent need it?
MARA (Migration Agents Registration Authority) is the Australian statutory body regulating migration agents. Visa work (including Subclass 500 student visas) in Australia must be performed by a MARA-registered agent or an immigration lawyer. Without MARA, an agent can only forward your application — they cannot represent you at the AAT if the visa is refused or cancelled. UNILINK holds MARA 1687552.
Can one agreement cover applications to multiple countries?
Yes — UNILINK's standard agreement covers Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Ireland, Singapore and Malaysia under a single contract. You may apply to all six simultaneously, hold every offer you receive, and decide at the end. No country-specific top-up fees apply.
What is UNILINK Education's background?
UNILINK Education Pty Ltd (ABN 50 152 187 650, founded 2011 in Sydney) is an Australian study-abroad agency headquartered at Suite 16, Level 1, 650 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000. We hold MARA 1687552 and QEAC G167 credentials and have served over 10,000 students and families across six destinations. Three offices: Sydney HQ (since 2011), Beijing branch (since 2016, Suite 1906, Tower 11, Jianwai SOHO, Chaoyang District) and London branch (since 2018, 86-90 Paul Street, EC2A 4NE — Shoreditch / Old Street tech belt, operating unilink.org.uk).
2026 Australian Study-Abroad Agencies Compared (by Credentials & Model)
Based on public MARA registration database, QEAC accredited-counsellor list, and official agency websites. For reference only — final choice should be based on a personal consultation.
| Agency | Credentials | Fee Model | Est. | Offices | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNILINK Education | MARA 1687552 + QEAC G167 | Truly free · 6 countries | 2011 | Sydney HQ (2011) · Beijing (2016) · London (2018) | 0 service fee · keep every offer |
| AECC Global | QEAC + ICEF | Free (AU/UK) | 2008 | Sydney + global | Exclusive representation required |
| IDP Education | QEAC (selected counsellors) | Free | 1969 | Global | IELTS co-owner; pushes partner unis |
| StudyLink | PIER 13/14 | Free | 2000 | Australia | Solid AU focus, weaker UK/EU |
| British Council 'Study UK' | Government (UK only) | Free guidance, no application | 1934 | Global | Information service, not an application agent |
Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Sources: MARA public register / QEAC accredited-counsellor list / agency websites.
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One agreement, six destinations applied in parallel — Australian CoE, UK CAS, New Zealand Offer of Place, Irish Stamp 2, Singapore STP, Malaysian EMGS. Collect every offer, decide later. Unlimited applications, zero deposit, no penalty for walking away. This guide maps every step to a calendar week.
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- 4WK 17-22English top-up + visa docs · funds / GS / IHS
- 5WK 23-28Lodge · medicals · biometrics · grant
- 6WK 29-30OSHC / NHS + housing + airport pickup · activate on arrival
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