Visa Refusal Services in Australia
What is a Visa Refusal?
A visa refusal decision is made by the Department of Home Affairs. This happens after a visa has been applied for and has been assessed based on the information provided to the Department. Refusals most commonly occur for business, student, work and skilled visas, but any visa application may be refused. If a visa is refused, the applicant may not be able to enter Australia or, if already in Australia, may be required to leave.
Why Was
My Visa Refused?
Australian visas can be refused for reasons such as false, misleading or inadequate information, not meeting Australia’s health or character requirements or failing to meet the conditions of a previous visa. In most cases, however, it is due to simple mistakes. Visa applications are complicated and lengthy. Applying incorrectly or for the wrong type of visa is often the reason for the refusal. Under s48 of the Migration Act, if a visa is refused or cancelled while the applicant is in Australia, then the applicant will need to depart Australia before any possibility of reapplying (except in a minimal number of exceptional cases).
What Can I Do Next?
Once a visa is refused, the applicant can ask for a reconsideration or application review. However, responding to a visa refusal has a strict timeline, so contact us immediately. We can sort through the Time of Application, Time of Decision criteria, and any other legal concerns. We can also advise and assist in applying or reapplying for the correct visa for your needs. Strict time limits apply.
View an example of a visa appeal
