About Us
More Than a Migration Practice
At Be & Belong Strategic Migration Services, we believe migration is about far more than obtaining a visa. It is about creating opportunities, building a future, and finding a place where you can truly belong.
Our name reflects our philosophy.
Be You means embracing your individual story, qualifications, experience, and aspirations. Every client comes to us with a unique background, and we believe your migration strategy should be just as unique as you.
Belong Here reflects the experience we want every client to have from the moment they contact us. Whether your goal is to study, work, reunite with family, or achieve permanent residency, we're committed to helping you navigate your migration journey with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
We do not believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every migration strategy is carefully tailored to your personal circumstances, long-term goals, and the ever-evolving Australian migration framework. We believe everyone deserves not only to belong in Australia, but also to feel a genuine sense of belonging throughout their migration journey.
Born in Brazil, Italian by heritage, and Australian by choice. My passion for international education and migration began early in life — I completed a Diploma in Tourism at SENAC in 2000 and worked in local travel agencies, helping people explore the world.
My legal career started after completing a Bachelor of Law in 2005. With over 10 years of experience in Mediation and Arbitration, as well as serving as Legal Manager for a retail software development company, I developed a strong foundation in legal analysis, negotiation, and client advocacy.
I moved to Australia in 2015 and completed a Diploma in Legal Services, which deepened my understanding of the Australian legal system. Later, I worked in the international education sector for two years and became a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QEAC) after completing the Education Agent Training Course in December 2021.
Soon after, I pursued my passion for migration law through the Graduate Diploma in Australian Migration Law and Practice, leading to my registration with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA) in November 2025.
Before founding Be & Belong Strategic Migration Services, I gained valuable experience as a Case Manager Assistant in reputable migration firms. Today, I combine my background in Law, Tourism, and Education to provide strategic, empathetic, and client-focused migration advice.
At Be & Belong, you are supported by your registered migration agent every step of the way — from your first consultation to the final visa decision. My mission is simple: to guide you with integrity, professionalism, and care so you can truly Be You and Belong Here.
Beatriz Barbosa
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