Study in Australia
Universities, TAFE, VET, and English programs — find a course that fits your goals and budget.
Explore pathwayFilipino-focused Australia consulting
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Your journey to Australia starts here.
Study, work, visit, or build a new life — we turn the maze of Australian pathways into a clear, honest, step-by-step plan made for Filipinos.
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Honest, personalised guidance
No guarantees — just clarity
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Pathways
Four ways to make Australia happen
Every journey is different. Start with the pathway that matches your goal — or take the assessment and let us help you choose.
Work in Australia
Explore skilled, employer-sponsored, and regional pathways matched to your experience.
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Visit Australia
Tourism, family visits, and short business trips — prepare well and travel with confidence.
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Life in Australia
Housing, banking, Medicare, schools, and Filipino communities — settle in with a plan.
Explore pathwayFree pathway assessment
Not sure which pathway is right for you?
Answer a few questions and discover which Australia pathways may be worth exploring based on your goals and background. Free, and it takes about 3 minutes.
General guidance only — not a visa eligibility assessment.
Why Mabuhay Australia
Filipino warmth. Australian professionalism.
We built the consulting experience we wished our own families had when they started their Australia journeys.
Filipino-focused guidance
Advice shaped around Filipino qualifications, finances, and family realities — sa wikang malinaw sa'yo.
Clear and transparent process
You always know where you are, what's next, and what it costs. No hidden steps.
Personalised pathway planning
Your age, education, experience, and budget shape the plan — not a template.
Practical Australia preparation
Beyond paperwork: resumes, cost of living, housing, and settling in with confidence.
Trusted professional approach
Honest assessments and regulated advice referred to authorised professionals where required.
Ready when you are
Talk to a real consultant about your situation — first consultation, zero pressure.
Book a consultationHow it works
A clear process from first question to first day
No guesswork, no hidden steps — just a plan you can follow with confidence.
Tell Us Your Goal
Study, work, visit, or a bigger move — start with what you want to achieve.
Understand Your Options
We map the pathways that may fit your background, budget, and timeline.
Prepare Your Documents
A clear checklist of what you need, reviewed by our team as you go.
Plan Your Next Step
A realistic, personalised action plan — no overpromising, no guesswork.
Start Your Australia Journey
Move forward with support at every milestone, from application to arrival.
Success stories
Kwento ng mga kababayan natin
Real experiences from Filipinos we've guided — students, skilled workers, visitors, and families.
Study pathway
“Mabuhay Australia helped me understand my study options clearly. From course selection to document preparation, laging may sumasagot sa mga tanong ko. I'm now finishing my nursing degree in Melbourne!”
Kristine M.
Melbourne, VIC
Mar 2026
Work pathway
“As an electrician with 10 years of experience, I didn't know where to start. The team walked me through the skills assessment process step by step. Very honest and transparent about timelines.”
Dennis R.
Brisbane, QLD
Jan 2026
Visit pathway
“First time to travel abroad and I was so nervous. Their visitor checklist and preparation session made everything smooth. Nakita ko na ang Opera House!”
Joanna L.
Quezon City (visited Sydney)
Dec 2025
Life in Australia
“Moving with two kids was daunting. The Life in Australia guides — banking, Medicare, schools — saved us weeks of research. Salamat po!”
Carlo & Faith S.
Adelaide, SA
May 2026
Study pathway
“I compared three agencies and chose Mabuhay Australia because they never overpromised. They were clear that outcomes depend on my circumstances — and that honesty built my trust.”
Mika T.
Perth, WA
June 2026
Work pathway
“The occupation explorer showed me regional opportunities I never considered. Now working as a chef in a regional town and loving the lifestyle.”
Robert A.
Regional NSW
Apr 2026
Meet your advisers
Real people behind every plan
A small, senior team that knows both worlds — the Filipino starting point and the Australian destination.
Maria Santos
Founder & Principal Consultant
Built Mabuhay Australia after guiding her own family's move — 12 years in Philippine–Australia education and migration support.
- QEAC-qualified
- 12 yrs experience
Liza Fernandez
Senior Education Consultant
Course selection, admissions, and GTE preparation for university, TAFE, and VET applicants across all eight states.
- QEAC-qualified
- Education specialist
Paolo Reyes
Skilled Pathways Specialist
Skills assessments, occupation mapping, and employer-sponsored routes for Filipino professionals and tradespeople.
- Skills assessment expert
- 8 yrs experience
Grace Lim
Client Success Manager
Your single point of contact from first consultation to arrival — documents, timelines, and every question in between.
- Client care lead
- Fluent EN · TL · CEB
Where Australian migration law advice is required, we refer you to registered migration agents. Team profiles shown are illustrative for this prototype.
Free resources
Guides, checklists & Australia know-how
Practical, Filipino-focused information — free to read, updated regularly.
GuideStudy in Australia from the Philippines: A Complete Starter Guide
Everything Filipino students should know before applying — course types, costs, English requirements, and how to choose the right city.
2 July 2026
ArticleAustralian Resume Format: What Filipino Professionals Need to Change
Australian employers expect a different resume style. Here's how to adapt yours — length, photo, references, and language.
18 June 2026
ChecklistVisitor Visa Preparation Checklist for Filipinos
A practical checklist covering the documents and preparation most Filipino visitors organise before a trip to Australia.
30 May 2026
FAQ
Questions we hear every day
We help Filipinos understand and pursue pathways to study, work, visit, and build a life in Australia. That means honest assessments of your options, personalised pathway planning, document preparation support, and practical Australia preparation — from choosing a course to settling in.
No — and you should be cautious of anyone who says they can. Visa decisions are made solely by the Australian Government and depend on your individual circumstances. What we provide is clear information, realistic planning, and thorough preparation so you can put your best case forward.
Our initial pathway assessment tool is free. Consultation fees depend on the type of session — you'll see the details when you book. We're transparent about costs before you commit to anything.
Start with our free Find My Pathway assessment. Answer a few questions about your goals, education, work experience, and budget, and we'll show you which pathways may be worth exploring — then you can book a consultation to go deeper.
We provide guidance on skilled pathways, Australian-style resumes, and job search resources. We are not a recruitment agency and we do not sell job offers — again, be careful of anyone who does.
We serve clients across the Philippines and Filipinos overseas through online consultations, with our team based in Metro Manila.
Ready to explore your Australia pathway?
Take the free assessment or talk to our team — whichever step feels right today.
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