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These Terms and Conditions, together with any documents that expressly incorporate by reference (the Terms) govern your access to our websites, https://www.MigrationHotline.com and https://MigrationHotline.com.au, including access to and use of any of its content, features, online forms or any other content, document or information, registered by Smartlaw Australia Pty Ltd TA MigrationHotline ACN 641 108 714 (MigrationHotline, We, Us, Our). You means you individuals, business and other entities.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must cease using this website immediately.

The content, including publications, on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on matters of interest. It is not intended to be comprehensive, nor does it constitute legal advice.

Australian migration law and policy are subject to frequent change. We attempt to ensure that the content is current, but we provide no guarantee that it is current, accurate, complete and/or up-to-date with respect to changes in law. You should seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained within this website.

You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included on this site without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue.

This website may include forms or other features that allow you to provide information to us. By submitting information through this website, you acknowledge and agree that:

Your use of this website or the receipt of any information from us on this website is not intended to create nor does it create a solicitor-client relationship between you and MigrationHotline. Such a relationship is only formed once you have formally signed a Costs Agreement with us.

You are responsible for ensuring that all information you provide is true, accurate, and complete to the best of your knowledge.

We are not responsible to you or anyone else for any loss suffered in connection with the use of this website or any of the content. This includes, but is not limited to, the transmission of any computer virus.

MigrationHotline makes no warranties or representations about this website or any of the content. We exclude, to the maximum extent permitted by law, any liability which may arise as a result of the use of this website, its content or the information on it.

Where liability cannot be excluded, any liability incurred by us in relation to the use of this website or the content is limited as provided under the Trade Practices Act 1974 (s68A). We will never be liable for any indirect, incidental, special or consequential loss arising out of the use of this website, including loss of business profits.

Unless otherwise indicated, MigrationHotline owns the copyright in the content on this website. Some of the copyright in the content may be owned by another party and is included on our website under a licence or agreement.

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of, this website by any third party.

You may only access and use the content for non-commercial or personal use unless you have prior written approval from us. You may print out any content on this website for your personal use. All other use, copying or reproduction of this website or any part of it is prohibited (except to the extent permitted by law). None of the content or any part of it may be reproduced on any other Internet website without our express permission provided in writing.

Prohibited behaviour includes using this website for any fraudulent or unlawful purpose; transmitting any material that is defamatory, offensive, or of an obscene character; attempting to gain unauthorised access to our systems or data; or using any automated system or software to extract data from this website for commercial purposes.

The publications, including blogs, fact sheets, checklists and other documents, provided on this website are for your information and interest only. They are not intended to be comprehensive, and they do not constitute and must not be relied on as legal advice. You must seek specific advice tailored to your circumstances.

Our website is linked to other websites over which we have no control. We make no representations about the accuracy of information contained on those websites. We are not liable for the content on those websites.

We may advertise or offer free initial consultations. The offer of a free consultation applies only where the request is made with a genuine intention to potentially engage our services, and not for the sole purpose of obtaining free information or having specific questions answered. Where a free consultation is offered, its purpose is to identify whether you may be eligible for a particular type of sponsorship or visa, or may have reasonable prospects of seeking review or appeal of an adverse decision affecting your migration status.

MigrationHotline operate as an incorporated legal practice and is regulated under the Legal Profession Uniform Law (Queensland). We are committed to upholding the principles of fair and reasonable costs. In accordance with the law, all clients are provided with a Costs Agreement and Disclosure Statement, or Abbreviated Cost Agreement and Disclosure before we commence any substantive work, ensuring full transparency regarding the scope of work and estimated legal fees.

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Queensland, Australia. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of that State.

This website is created and controlled by MigrationHotline.

MigrationHotline does not represent that it holds the authorisations and approvals required to provide legal advice in all jurisdictions where the material on this website may be viewed or received. You must ensure that access to and use of this website is in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction.

MigrationHotline publishes electronic addresses on this website to facilitate communication relating to our business functions. This is not to be inferred as consent by MigrationHotline or the relevant addressees to receiving unsolicited commercial electronic messages or SPAM.

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us via the details provided on our website.