About us
For 30 years, Sable International has specialised in global mobility, simplifying the complexities of immigration and citizenship, cross-border tax, wealth and forex, and overseas education. So, if you want to build a life that spans countries and continents, we have exactly the expertise you need to move forward with ease and peace of mind, so that you can focus on what you care about most – building your future beyond borders.
Spanning 12 international offices across three continents, we are staffed by 250 skilled, talented people. We’re driven by more than ambition — our corporate values are the heartbeat of who we are. Care, Solve, Grow, and Enjoy aren’t just words on a wall; they shape how we think, work, and connect every day.
In 2014, we set out on an exciting journey — our Good-to-Great initiative — with a clear and passionate goal: to build not just a good company, but a truly great one. A place where our people thrive, our clients feel the difference, and our values come to life in everything we do.
We help people pursue their lives, careers and travel aspirations in the UK and Australia.
If you're moving to the UK, we can help you get your visa, manage your finances and everything in between.
If you’re looking to move to Australia, our immigration experts can help you get the correct visa and give you advice about setting up your life Down Under.
Meet your Australian immigration team
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Sam HopwoodDirector: Australia and Oceania Region
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Jamie-Lee Le RouxAustralian Migration Manager
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Nicole BevieSenior Migration Administrator
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Nicole LawrenceSenior Migration Consultant
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Beaudine KaderMigration Administrator
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Kelly-Ann JuliesMigration Administrator
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Kalcey SmithMigration Consultant
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Fay YonMigration Administrator
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Allison PickMigration Consultant
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Jason RoperRegistered Australian Migration Agent
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David PenzhornImmigration consultant and caseworker
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Tamara ThomasRegistered Australian Migration Agent
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Sam HopwoodDirector: Australia and Oceania Region
Sam is a registered migration agent and a member of the Migration Institute of Australia.
Sam studied as an undergraduate at the University of Newcastle, NSW and later completed the postgraduate certificate in immigration law at Victorian University. He has worked in the area of Australian immigration law for 14 years and has helped thousands of people relocate to Australia.
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Jamie-Lee Le RouxAustralian Migration Manager
After spending a number of years working in various retail, customer service and team leading positions, Jamie decided it was time for a change and applied for an administrative position at Sable international.
Here she discovered a passion for helping individuals and families relocate to Australia and fast became part of the Migration team as a consultant, working with clients from the initial consulting stage right up to visa grant. She has since moved into a leadership role within the team and now works as the Australian Migration Manager, where she is hands on in ensuring a seamless and successful experience for every client.
Outside of work, Jamie is a mom to twins and spends most of her time with family and close friends.
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Nicole BevieSenior Migration Administrator
Born in Cape Town and having split her childhood years between Johannesburg and the Mother City, Nicole has spent several years working in various retail and team-leading positions. She attended Wynberg Girls’ High School and has so far completed three years of her four-year BA Degree in Journalism at the University of Cape Town.
Before joining Sable International as an Immigration Administrator, she was the Team Leader for the Discovery Vaccination Site in Newlands, where she was tasked with assisting South African citizens in receiving the vaccine – a job she feels, along with her previous work experience, has prepared and ignited a passion within her for working with people from all walks of life.
Outside of work, Nicole loves spending most of her time with family and friends. She enjoys reading, going to the beach and trying and tasting delicious food. -
Nicole LawrenceSenior Migration Consultant
Nicole was born and raised in Cape Town and attended Groote Schuur High School in Newlands. She studied at the University of Cape Town, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in social development and Sociology as well as an Honours degree in Social Development.
Before she joined Sable International, she was a research intern at the Human Sciences Research Council. She completed training and was tasked with interviewing South African citizens about the impact of Covid-19.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family shooting pool, playing dominos and watching soccer.
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Beaudine KaderMigration Administrator
Beaudine was born and raised in Cape Town. She obtained a certificate in an entrepreneur business programme at Stellenbosch University.
After Matric, she studied Business Management at False Bay College and obtained her certificate in Business Management. She au paired abroad for two years before returning home and has joined our Australian Migration team as a Migration Administrator.
She is very open minded and always tends to look on the bright side. She enjoys trying different restaurants as well as being outdoors, especially where it involves being at a café or out in nature.
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Kelly-Ann JuliesMigration Administrator
Kelly-Ann is from the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town and holds an NQF Level 4 qualification in Transport and Logistics from the College of Cape Town. She gained valuable experience working at Worldwide Coordination, a logistics company that specializes in relocating customers' household goods from the United States to destinations around the world.
Kelly-Ann is an adventurous spirit who loves the outdoors. She enjoys exploring new restaurants and binge-watching TV shows in her downtime. A fan of classical music, she is also a violinist who has performed with numerous orchestras.
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Kalcey SmithMigration Consultant
Kalcey recently completed her studies at the University of the Western Cape, where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts and BA Honours Psychology degrees. Before starting at Sable International, she volunteered within the nonprofit sector in under-resourced communities in the Western Cape. Most recently she worked as the Assistant Counsellor for a nonprofit in the field of neurodiversity.
She is a musician, and outside of work she enjoys reading, outdoor activities, travelling, and has a passion for the world of psychology. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and beloved dog.
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Fay YonMigration Administrator
Fay was born and raised in the Northern suburbs of Cape Town. She grew up in a large family, being the youngest of six siblings. She completed a Diploma in Tourism, a Higher Certificate in Accounting Practice and is currently studying towards a Diploma in HR.
Before joining Sable, she worked as an Immigration Administrator as well as a Resolution Specialist in Customer Service.
In her role with Sable International she will be preparing and processing applications as well as maintaining correspondence with clients.
Outside of work, she enjoy cooking, de-cluttering and trying out new restaurants. She loves spending time with her family, but also enjoys being alone. She would love to take up candle-making as a hobby in the near future.
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Allison PickMigration Consultant
Allison recently moved back to South Africa after being abroad in South Korea and Taiwan for a few years. She was an English teacher, although she didn’t see that as part of her future.
She studied at Helderberg College in Somerset West and graduated in 2015. She is a Migration Consultant in Sable International's Australian immigration team.
After work she usually takes her dog for a walk because that helps her destress. She is a huge animal lover and secretly wishes she had a farm filled with different animals. She enjoys traveling and doing outdoor activities, depending on the season and weather.
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Jason RoperRegistered Australian Migration Agent
Originally from the UK, Jason made the move to Australia in 2023 and now calls Melbourne home. In 2024, he completed a Graduate Diploma in Migration Law at Victoria University and successfully passed the Migration Agents Capstone Assessment.
Before transitioning into migration services, Jason worked in the social housing sector in both the UK and Australia, where he supported vulnerable individuals at risk of homelessness—a role that shaped his compassionate, client-focused approach.
Outside of work, Jason enjoys weekend getaways, exploring Melbourne’s vibrant food and coffee scene, and cheering on his beloved Arsenal FC.
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David PenzhornImmigration consultant and caseworker
David has been with Sable International since 2010 and has built a long-standing career specialising in UK immigration and citizenship.
He currently leads all UK applications for clients based in Australia and New Zealand, guiding individuals and families through complex pathways with clarity and confidence. With deep technical knowledge and extensive practical experience, he understands both the legal requirements and the real challenges of relocating abroad.
Outside of work, David enjoys watching rugby and cricket with friends and family, lacing up his shoes to go for a run in the mornings, and considers himself an above-average home cook and stand-up comedian. His wife disagrees on the latter.
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Tamara ThomasRegistered Australian Migration Agent
Born in Thailand, Tamara was issued with her first passport as a baby and flew to Australia at eight weeks of age. Her blended, multicultural family were somewhat nomadic, and they travelled extensively throughout Australia – living in a caravan – and also residing in the Philippines for a small period.
Tamara obtained a Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law and Practice through the Australian National University in 2008. She has worked within the Australian migration advisory industry since 2006, in a mix of larger corporate and smaller boutique consultancies. She qualified as a Registered Migration Agent in 2009.
She is a Melbourne local and lives in an inner-city location with her 10-year-old cat, Mia. In her free time, she enjoys visiting markets, dining out, seeing art and cultural exhibitions, weekends away and spending time with her partner, friends, and family.
1st Contact Australia opens its doors
Soon after the opening of the 1st Contact London office, we realised we were helping many citizens from Australia and New Zealand apply for visas and move to the UK. In order to be closer to this important market, 1st Contact Australia was born.
What started as UK immigration assistance service, has grown to include foreign exchange services, lifestyle advice and Australian visa processing.
After 30 years, this market is still one of our largest and most-valued client bases.
What our customers say
Registered Migration Agent, licensed by the Migration Agents Registration Authority 1382205
Members of the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA)
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