Visa Appeals
Visa Appeals
A visa refusal can feel overwhelming, but you may still have options. Sydney Migration Agents helps you understand why the decision was made, whether it can be reviewed and whether another visa may be a better path.
The Administrative Review Tribunal
On 14 October 2024, the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) replaced the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART), and the Immigration Assessment Authority closed. The ART can review decisions including:
- migration visa refusals and cancellations
- protection visa refusals and cancellations
- character-related refusals and cancellations
- nomination and sponsorship refusals, and sponsorship bars or cancellations
Time Limits
Review time limits are very strict. They depend on the type of decision and whether you are in immigration detention, and the Tribunal has no power to extend them. Your decision letter from Home Affairs states the deadline, so read it carefully and get advice immediately.
Review Fees
| Review type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Migration decisions (Part 5 of the Migration Act) | AUD3,727 (50% reduction for financial hardship) |
| Protection decisions | AUD2,293, payable only if the decision is affirmed |
| Standard fee, including character-related decisions | AUD1,195 |
For migration reviews, the fee must be paid before the review deadline.
Other Options After a Refusal
- Apply for another visa: you must meet its requirements and not be affected by a visa bar such as the section 48 bar.
- Court review: some decisions can only be challenged in the courts, which is limited to legal errors.
Speak With Our Team
Every situation is different. Contact Sydney Migration Agents for advice from a registered migration agent about your options.
- Phone: (02) 5550 1234
- Email: hello@sydneymigration.example
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Services
Check Official Sources
Visa rules, fees and income thresholds change regularly, usually on 1 July. Always confirm current requirements with the Department of Home Affairs before you apply.
Book a Consultation
Talk to a Registered Migration Agent
We’ll review your situation, explain your visa options and give you a fixed-fee quote before you commit.
