Sue Rainsford

Sue Rainsford is a highly experienced registered immigration specialist with over three decades in the commercial immigration industry. Her career is dedicated to advising on Australia's visa options and application requirements, helping individuals and organisations navigate their temporary and permanent residency needs. Sue's expertise spans Work, Skilled, Partner, and Family visa applications, delivered with a commitment to professional and proactive service. Since founding Rainsford & Associates in 2001, Sue has expertly managed immigration processes for corporate clients across diverse sectors including IT, aviation, financial services, insurance, retail, building, and manufacturing. Her work also involves ensuring immigration compliance and strategic planning, while she assists individuals with Partner, Child, and Parent visas, as well as Working Holiday Makers and New Zealand nationals with their visa requirements. Her approach is both practical and supportive, regularly mentoring clients and colleagues. Before establishing her consultancy, Sue gained invaluable experience with leading firms such as Coopers & Lybrand, KPMG, PwC, and Deloitte. Over 14 years, she aided businesses locally and internationally with complex immigration needs, addressing visa compliance and relocation challenges while enhancing the technical skills of her teams. Academically, Sue holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business with a focus on Industrial Relations and Human Resources from Charles Sturt University, equipping her with a strong foundation for her extensive career in immigration. A Fellow of the Migration Institute of Australia Limited since 1992, Sue continues to liaise regularly with authorities like the Australian Department of Immigration, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of current issues and trends in immigration law.