‘$32K lost’: Filipina among dozens accusing migration consultancy of alleged failed service

Tala paid $32,000 to a migration consultancy - she now claims she was scammed (SBS).jpg

Tala paid $32,000 to a migration consultancy - she now claims she was scammed (SBS)

Thousands of dollars paid by complainants were not refunded following claims of unfulfilled services by a migration consultancy.


Key Points
  • One Filipina, referred to under the alias Tala, spent over $50,000 on a migration consultancy firm called My Ambition Consulting but is now complaining about its poor service.
  • Over 70 people have lodged complaints against the company for failing to return the money they had paid.
  • According to industry experts, cases like this often occur due to the complexities of Australia's migration system. They advise clients to recognise warning signs when dealing with migration agents.

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