- Call Us: (02) 9590 3987
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- Call Us: (02) 9590 3987
- Suite 113/26-32 Piramma Road, Pyrmont, NSW, 2009
If the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) cancelled your visa or refused your visa application, it is usually possible to apply for a review of the decision to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).
Acting promptly and getting expert legal assistance is critical to protect your stay in Australia.
The AAT reviews visa decisions by stepping into the shoes of the original decision-maker and reconsidering the merits of your case. It:
With legal assistance, it is very common for applicants to have a refused or cancelled visa overturned at the AAT.
Visa applications can fail for a variety of reasons. Some of the most frequent issues include:
The AAT offers a chance to address these problems and have your case reconsidered.
When you retain our firm, we prepare a review package and attend your AAT hearing to provide legal submissions. Our services include:
Strict time limits apply when lodging an appeal to the AAT:
Contact us immediately if you’ve been refused a visa or had a visa cancelled, so we can advise on your options and deadlines.
Yes, most visa refusals and visa cancellations can be appealed within the strict timeframes.
Usually 28 days from the decision notice; late lodgements are only accepted in limited circumstances.
Include identity proof, visa application details, supporting evidence, and any new material for the Tribunal.
While not mandatory, expert legal representation greatly increases the chance of success.
Depending on your visa type, you may remain lawfully while your appeal is being considered.
If you would like to proceed with our firm or require further information, simply complete our enquiry form below or email or phone us.
Send your message through our Enquiry Form and we’ll respond within 24 hours. Or, if you prefer, you can email or directly call us.
After an initial discussion, we can organise a confidential consultation with our legal experts to discuss all of your immigration needs.
We can come to you, you can come to us, or we can have a video or phone conference – whatever works best for your situation.