Thayhorn Yim: Principal of Yim Migration Service

With over 30 years of experience in public services, community, and private sectors, Thayhorn Yim specializes in family migration, particularly for clients from Asian backgrounds. He has successfully represented clients at tribunals, the Immigration Department, and various embassies, consistently achieving the best outcomes and securing visas.

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Professional Background

Thayhorn served the Australian Government as a ‘Specialist Migrant Officer’ for 10 years, holding a senior position in the Commonwealth Public Services such as Commonwealth Employment Service (CES), Department of Employment, Education and Training (DEET), Department of Employment, Education, Training and Youth Affairs (DEETYA), Commonwealth Service Delivery Agency (CSDA), Department of Social Security (DSS), Centrelink. Additionally, he worked as a Field Coordinator for the UNHCR Resettlement section.

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Professional Affiliations

• Member of the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA) for over 30 years.

• Vice President/Committee Member of MIA Vic/Tas (2019-2023).

• Vice President/Committee Member of the school council for four years.

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Community Involvement

• Volunteered with Refugee Legal (formerly Refugee, Immigration and Legal Centre) for over 15 years.

• Active member of the Cambodian Buddhist Monk Council of Australia and New Zealand Inc. for over 25 years.

• Involved in various community action groups.

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Awards and Recognition

• Victoria’s Award for Excellence in Multicultural Affairs: Medal Award - Presented by the Governor of Victoria.

• Victoria’s Award for Excellence in Multicultural Affairs: Certificate Award - Presented by the Premier of Victoria.

• MIA Award for 25 Years of Continuous Membership - Recognizing his founding membership in MIA.

• Centrelink National Award for Excellence in Multicultural Youth Services - For exceptional service to Centrelink’s youth clients from non-English speaking backgrounds.

• Adult Multicultural Education Services (AMES): Humanitarian Award - For assisting refugees to settle in Australia.

• Yim's Khmer Service Award - For his work in social welfare and settlement services for Khmer communities.

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Published Works and Media Appearances

Thayhorn has written numerous newspaper articles and has been interviewed on various immigration topics. He has received multiple awards, including:

• Dandenong Star Journal: Immediate Family Members Visa Concession.

• Refugee Work: Honouring Multicultural Refugees and Migrants.

• King's Award: Recognizing contributions to the Modern Khmer Buddhist Park in Cambodia.

• SBS Radio Interviews: Covering topics like sponsoring religious workers and changes in visa and immigration laws.

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Advocacy and Expertise

Thayhorn is known for his excellent understanding of clients’ needs and his strong advocacy. His dedication and expertise make him a trusted and experienced Registered Migration Agent (RMA). He continues to provide invaluable immigration assistance, ensuring that clients receive accurate and reliable advice.

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Beware of Unlawful Operators

Only registered migration agents/lawyers can legally provide immigration assistance in Australia. Always check the Register of Migration Agents (RMA), held by the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) or law institute for lawyers, to ensure you are using a lawful operator. Unlawful operators may falsely claim to be registered agents, so it is crucial to verify their credentials.

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For more information, visit the MARA website or law institute of your state/territory.