Introduction
Choosing a reputable consultant can be stressful, but it really shouldn’t be. It is vital, however, that you choose the right one for you to ensure a smooth and successful application process.
This article is going to provide some tips for you to keep in mind while browsing through consultancies to assist you with your Egyptian work permit, visa, or residence application.
Do Your Research
Before you consider consulting an immigration professional during any stage of your application processes, ensure that you are well-versed with the processes yourself.
Do ample research into what is required of you, be it documentation, fees, etc. Understand the different visa types and categories and understand the eligibility requirements.
Once you’re sure you know what you’re getting yourself into, consider the following when choosing a consultant.
Ask and Verify
Seek our recommendations from friends, family, colleagues, or even online sources such as forums and social media platforms. Personal experience is always a great indicator of whether a consultant is a good fit for you.
The first thing you need to do after getting a name and number is verify their integrity. Qualified immigration consultants will have relevant credentials, and it’s important to look for those who are authorised to provide immigration services.
Review Check
Next, you can do some review checking. Look for online reviews and testimonials about various immigration consultants.
Websites like Google, Yelp, or Facebook often have relevant reviews from previous clients.
Conduct Interviews
When you feel like you have a few consultants in mind, make sure to conduct thorough interviews. Emphasis on the plural, you don’t want to be settling on the first one you come across.
You need to ensure you’ve interviewed multiple consultants to get a sense of their professionalism knowledge, and communication skills.
You also need to make sure that your consultant has worked on cases like yours.
Consulting multiple interviews also provides you with various fee structures to choose from. Ensure that you get upfront contracts with written agreements detailing the services they offer, and the fees associated with them.
Consultant Red Flags
Ensure that you’ve given yourself enough time to go through a consultancy phase so that you don’t feel like you need to rush through anything.
Be wary of companies who ask for cash payments or make any promises that sound a little too good to be true. They’re not miracle workers; their job is to guide you to a positive conclusion and a successful application.
Conclusion
Remember, you do have the option to handle your applications yourself. However, this can lead to mistakes in your application, and worst of all, possible rejection.
However, a reputable immigration consultant can assist you, provide valuable insight and expertise, and guide you towards a positive application process.
Make informed decisions, and choose a consultant who is knowledgeable, trustworthy, and experienced, not just in general Egyptian immigration matters, but with your specific situation as well.
Written by Simon Carletti, PR and Creative Supervisor
