Matilda Migration Raises $1M to Automate Visa Process
Matilda is a modern migration agency dedicated to simplifying the process for individuals seeking Employer Sponsored and Partner Visas in Australia.
Matilda Migration, co-founded by Damian Png and Niamh Mooney, is disrupting Australia’s notoriously complex visa application process by leveraging AI and automation. The duo, who raised $1 million in pre-seed funding led by Afterwork Ventures and backed by investors like Wollemi Capital, EverywhereVC, and Startmate, saw the inefficiency firsthand. Png’s frustrating experience with sponsoring a team member, coupled with Mooney’s background as a lawyer, inspired them to address a process that requires substantial manual effort and is marred by delays. Matilda’s platform aims to streamline this system, easing the burden for applicants, sponsors, and migration agents alike.
Matilda’s innovative solution is not just about automation, but about transforming an archaic, heavily regulated industry. By using AI to reduce administrative strain, the startup enhances the visa application experience while ensuring humans remain integral for complex cases. Matilda’s mission extends beyond just improving the process—it seeks to redefine Australia’s global reputation as a destination for skilled workers, addressing both economic and strategic needs.
Read more in Forbes Australia.