Do I need to have an Australian Business Number (ABN) to work as an agent for Australia? Or do I need to be part of an Australian company? December 18, 2015 06:28 No. This is not required. Related articles Do I need to be a Migration Agent to operate as an Education Agent? Do I need to hold some kind of license to work as an education agent? Do I need to be located in Australia to work as an education agent for Australia? How many attempts can I have at the QEAC exam? Where can I find my Agent ID?