Down Under Centre

What Down Under Centre does

Down Under Centre is a UK and Australia-based migration consultancy that assists individuals with relocating to Australia. Founded by Wes Zandt, the firm operates from offices in London, Dumbarton (UK), and Melbourne (Australia), and delivers services to clients originating from at least 14 countries spanning the UK, Ireland, Canada, the USA, New Zealand, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and the Pacific. Its core offerings cover four interlocking service lines: skills assessments, visa processing, employment support via the DUC Employment Hub, and relocation logistics via the DUC Relocation Hub.

The skills assessment workflow is delivered through a proprietary DUC Skills Assessment Portal and is conducted in partnership with TRA-approved Registered Training Organisations — most prominently Australian Trade Training College (ATTC) and Get Skilled Training — which enable the firm to issue AQF III-aligned assessments. Visa processing and migration advice are delivered by six MARA-registered migration agents across multiple Australian visa subclasses, including skilled migration, partner/parent, and working holiday categories. The underlying technology stack is workflow- and document-centric rather than AI-driven, with the portal functioning as a client intake and case management layer.

The business operates a professional services revenue model with per-engagement pricing: skills assessments are priced at approximately £600 + VAT, full visa processing ranges from £2,000 to £2,500 + VAT, partner/parent visas around AUD $4,400, and working holiday services from approximately £150. Go-to-market is sales-led via digital inbound channels and free monthly migration webinars hosted by the founder, with the DUC Club and Employment Hub providing freemium touchpoints designed to extend client engagement beyond the core transactional visa case. The firm is privately held, has operated for more than ten years, and has not disclosed external funding.

Name

Down Under Centre

Legal name

Down Under Centre

Website

https://downundercentre.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Down Under Centre is a UK and Australia-based migration consultancy that helps individuals relocate to Australia through skills assessments, visa processing, employment support, and relocation services, delivered by six MARA-registered agents from offices in London, Dumbarton, and Melbourne.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Migration Consultancy Services

NAICS

Business Service Centers (56143)

SIC

Services-Management Services (8741)

akta.pro primary industry

Immigration Case Management Platforms & Document Workflow (THACAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Work Permit & Employment Authorization Services (THACAKAB), Destination Services & Settling-In Support (THACALAB), Workplace & Career Integration for Immigrants (Credentialing, Job Readiness) (EDAAADAE)

Keywords

• Migration consultancy services
• Visa application processing
• Skills assessment coordination
• Relocation support services
• Employment placement platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Melbourne

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Skills Assessment Services: Agency service for assisting clients with gathering documentation for skills assessments, including access to bespoke Skills Assessment Portal, client manager assignment, and assessor support. Documented as Agency Fee & Processing of Skills Assessment.
2. Visa Application Processing: Processing of Expression of Interest, State Nomination and Visa Application services for skilled, employer-sponsored, partner, parent, and other visa subclasses. Includes multiple submission stages and ongoing support throughout processing.
3. DUC Employment Hub: Free membership to employment hub connecting migrants to Australian employers. Additional paid relocation services including Home Search Service for rental property assistance.
4. Technical Interview and Practical Assessment Coordination: Coordination and hosting of technical interviews for trade skills assessments conducted at UK offices (London, Dumbarton) and international locations (Australia, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Philippines, Vietnam, South Africa, UAE, Fiji).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Down Under Centre is a migration consultancy that helps individuals and Australian employers navigate the Australian immigration system end-to-end. The company provides skills assessment services for trade and professional occupations, processes visa applications across multiple subclasses (skilled, employer-sponsored, partner, parent, child, working holiday, student, tourist, citizenship, and resident return), and supports migrants with employment matching through the DUC Employment Hub and settlement assistance via the DUC Relocation Hub.

Product overview

Down Under Centre is a migration consultancy offering a comprehensive suite of services for individuals seeking to migrate to Australia. The core offering consists of visa processing services across multiple visa categories (skilled, employer-sponsored, partner, parent, child, working holiday, student, tourist, citizenship, and resident return visas) combined with Australian skills assessment services for nearly all trade and professional occupations. The company operates integrated platforms including the DUC Employment Hub for job connections and DUC Relocation Hub for settlement support. Additional services include GAP Training for licensed trades, English test preparation, resume services, and free monthly migration webinars. The product portfolio is organized as a unified migration advisory service with specialized modules for each visa type, skills assessment categories, and supporting relocation tools.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DUC Employment Hub: Employment platform connecting skilled migrants with Australian employers offering job opportunities and visa sponsorship
• DUC Relocation Hub
• DUC Club
• DUC Home Search Service

Products and services

• Skilled Visas Processing Service End-to-end assistance with Australian skilled visa applications (Subclasses 189, 190, 491), covering skills assessment coordination, Expression of Interest submissions (up to 3), state nomination, and visa application lodgement for individuals with occupations on the Australian Skilled Occupation List.
• Australian Skills Assessments Skills assessment services covering automotive, construction, electrical, fabrication, healthcare, hospitality, plumbing, and telecommunications occupations. Includes documentary assessment ($1,120 AUD), technical interview ($2,000 AUD), and practical assessment ($2,200 AUD for licensed trades) with interview venues in the UK, Australia, and multiple international locations.
• Employer Sponsored Visas Service Processing of employer-sponsored visa applications including Standard Business Sponsor setup ($2,000 + GST), employer nominations ($2,000-$2,500 + GST), Subclass 482/494 applications ($3,000-$3,500 + GST), and Subclass 186 applications ($2,500-$4,000). Designed for Australian businesses sponsoring skilled overseas workers.
• Partner Visas Service Assistance with partner visa applications including offshore Subclass 309/100 and onshore Subclass 820/801, plus Prospective Marriage Subclass 300. Priced at $4,400 (including taxes) and includes options explanation, document checklist, form completion, lodgement, health and character assistance, and ongoing support.
• Parent Visas Service Processing of parent visa applications including non-contributory (Subclass 804), contributory (Subclass 864, 884, 143, 173), and Sponsored Parent Temporary Visa (Subclass 870). Priced at $4,400 (including taxes) with document checklist, sponsorship form completion, application lodgement, and health/character assistance.
• Child Visas Service Assistance with child visa applications enabling children to join their parents in Australia, covering various child visa subclasses.
• Working Holiday Visas Service
• NZ Citizen Family Visas Service Assistance with Subclass 461 New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship Visa for non-NZ family members of NZ citizens to live, work, and study in Australia. Priced at $4,000-$4,400 AUD with processing times explanation, document checklist, visa application completion and lodgement.
• Resident Return Visas Service Processing of Resident Return Visas (Subclass 155 and 157) for Australian permanent residents to maintain or regain ability to travel internationally and return to Australia as permanent residents.
• Tourist Visas Service Assistance with eVisitor (Subclass 651) and Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) applications for tourists visiting Australia.
• Subclass 191 Permanent Residence Service Processing of Subclass 191 Permanent Residence visas for holders of Subclass 491 or 494 provisional visas who have lived, worked, and studied in designated regional areas. Priced at $1,500-$3,000 + GST depending on applicant category.
• Australian Citizenship Service Assistance with Australian citizenship applications through citizenship by conferral or descent pathways. Priced at $1,000 + GST for single applicants, $1,750 + GST for couples, and $2,500 + GST for families.
• DAMA Visas Service Assistance with Designated Area Migration Agreement visas including DAMA endorsement, labour agreement requests, nomination, and visa applications for regional employer-sponsored migration. Endorsement and labour agreement stage priced at $2,500 + GST.
• Student Visas Service Processing of Student Visa (Subclass 500) applications for international students wanting to study in Australia with approved education providers. Priced at $1,500 + GST and includes documentation explanation, course/provider review, Genuine Student response preparation, and Department liaison.
• DUC Employment Hub Online platform connecting skilled migrants with Australian employers, providing job listings, employer connections, and employment assistance for visa holders.
• DUC Relocation Hub Relocation assistance platform offering Home Search Service for rental properties, relocation agent call bookings, and settlement support for migrants preparing to move to Australia.
• GAP Training for Licensed Trades Australian context gap training and supervised employment program referrals for licensed trades (Electrician, Plumber, Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic) who hold Offshore Technical Skills Records, delivered in coordination with partner training providers.
• English Test for Migration Tuition services for English language tests required for Australian migration, including PTE Academic preparation.
• Resume Service Resume and cover letter preparation services specifically designed to attract Australian employers and align with Australian recruitment conventions.

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Australian Trade Training College (ATTC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Down Under Centre works directly with Australian Trade Training College, a TRA-approved Registered Training Organisation, to deliver trade skills assessments for migrants. DUC and ATTC assess automotive electricians and other trades for Trades Recognition Australia (TRA). They use DUC venues for technical interviews and practical assessments, and jointly issue AQF III qualifications and skills assessment letters for migration purposes.
• Get Skilled TrainingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGet Skilled Training partners with Down Under Centre to deliver GAP Training services for Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics who hold OTSR (Offshore Technical Skills Record) and are ready to start their Australian context gap training in Australia. DUC refers clients to Get Skilled Training for this post-arrival training service.
• Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)coreTechnology or IntegrationTRA is the Australian Government body that approves RTOs to conduct skills assessments for migrants. Down Under Centre works with TRA-approved RTOs to deliver skills assessments. TRA sets the assessment fees ($1,120 documentary, $2,000 technical interview, $2,200 practical) that clients pay directly to TRA. Skills assessments are valid for 3 years.
• Australian State and Territory GovernmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDown Under Centre assists clients with State Nomination applications for skilled visas (190 and 491 subclasses). Each Australian state has its own occupation list and criteria for nomination. DUC liaises with state governments on behalf of clients and pays state nomination fees at time of submission.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Migration Alliance: Australia-based migration agency network representing MARA-registered agents; competes directly with DUC on skilled and employer-sponsored visa advisory services for the Australia corridor.
• VisaEnvoy: Australian migration law firm offering skilled, employer-sponsored, partner, and parent visa services; comparable end-to-end Australia migration offering targeting similar skilled-migrant segments as DUC.
• Emigrate2Australia: UK-based migration consultancy focused on Australia migration services from the same UK source market DUC serves, with overlapping skilled visa, skills assessment, and relocation offerings.
• Go Matilda: UK-based migration consultancy specialising in Australian skilled, employer-sponsored, and business visas; directly competes with DUC in the UK-to-Australia migration funnel.
• Australiance Migration: Migration consultancy providing Australia visa services from Europe, with comparable skilled visa and employer-sponsored offerings targeting European skilled migrants.
• Migration Solutions: Australian immigration advisory offering skilled and employer-sponsored visa services with strong employer-side practice; relevant as both a competitor for visa services and a partner candidate for DUC's employment hub.
• WORLDvisa (Immigration Worldwide Solutions): Migration consultancy covering Australia visas and skills assessments, including trade occupations; comparable skills assessment + visa processing model to DUC.

Others

• Trades Recognition Australia (TRA): Australian government body that sets skills assessment rules and fees for trades; not a competitor but a regulatory counterpart whose policy decisions directly affect DUC's skills assessment business.
• Get Skilled Training: Existing DUC referral partner for GAP Training of licensed trades (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration); adjacent Australian vocational training provider rather than competitor, but representative of the broader vocational-skills ecosystem DUC integrates with.

Broad incumbents

• SEEK Australia: Australia's dominant employment marketplace; overlaps with DUC's Employment Hub as a job-discovery channel for migrants and represents the broad incumbent whose scale DUC's employment platform competes against for employer attention.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@DownUnderCentreLondon
• Facebookfacebook.com/downundercentre
• Instagraminstagram.com/downundercentre_
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/down-under-centre

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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