The Migration Institute of Australia (MIA) is the nation’s leading association for migration professionals. The members of the MIA accept their responsibility to their clients and the community and shall always act in a way that enhances the integrity of the profession. Members of the MIA provide migration advice to prospective migrants, workers, students, families and humanitarian entrants, and to employers seeking to obtain skilled overseas workers, when there are none suitable in Australia. All MIA members must meet strict requirements, they must firstly be nominated and seconded by a Member, probity checks are then carried out and applications are then referred to a membership committee for consideration. Final membership approval is granted by the Board of Directors. MIA members must abide by the MIA Code of Ethics and Practice in order to join and remain a member of the Institute. MIA Members can attain additional professional status by completing rigorous courses and assessments to become Fellows of the Institute (FMIA) and Associate Fellows (AFMIA). The MIA supports its members by providing up to date information on legislative changes, weekly eNewsletters, mentoring and networking opportunities, professional support and advocacy, a members’ forum (with over 100,000 posts), complimentary travel insurance and sponsor benefits.