AAT APPEALS

Appeal Refusal Visa Decisions with Statewide Migration - Your Path to Administrative Review

If your visa application has been refused by the Department of Home Affairs, Statewide Migration is here to provide expert guidance and support for administrative appeals. We understand that a visa refusal can be disheartening, but it doesn’t mean the end of your Australian dream. With our assistance, you can pursue an administrative review to challenge the decision.

Our Administrative Appeals Service includes:

  1. Comprehensive Assessment: We will carefully assess the reasons for your visa refusal, examining the decision and identifying potential grounds for appeal. Our experienced migration agents will provide an honest evaluation of your chances of success.
  2. Expert Advice: Statewide Migration will provide personalized and strategic advice on the administrative appeal process, explaining your rights and options. We will guide you through the complex procedures and requirements, ensuring you understand the necessary steps to take.
  3. Document Preparation: Our team will assist you in preparing a compelling case for review, including gathering supporting evidence, preparing legal submissions, and addressing any concerns raised in the refusal decision. We will help present your strongest arguments to maximize your chances of a successfu I outcome.
  4. Representation: Statewide Migration will act as your representative throughout the administrative review process. We will liaise with the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AA T) on your behalf, presenting your case and advocating for your rights. Our experienced migration agents will ensure your voice is heard and your interests are protected.
  5. Case Management: We will manage the entire administrative appeal process, ensuring all deadlines and requirements are met. We will keep you informed at every stage, providing updates on the progress of your case and addressing any concerns or queries you may have.

Please note that there are strict time limits for lodging an administrative appeal, so it’s crucial to act promptly. With Statewide Migration’s expertise in administrative appeals, you can take proactive steps towards overturning the visa refusal decision and securing your future in Australia. Contact Statewide Migration today to discuss your visa refusal and explore the possibilities of an administrative appeal. Our dedicated team is committed to providing professional and personalized assistance to help you navigate the complex administrative review process and achieve a positive outcome.

FAQs

The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) in Australia has the authority to review various Migration and Refugee decisions. Some of the common Migration and Refugee decisions that can be reviewed by the AAT include:

  1. Visa Refusals: If your application for a visa has been refused by the Department of Home Affairs, you may be able to seek a review of the decision at the AAT. This includes various visa subclasses such as partner visas, skilled visas, student visas, visitor visas, and more.
  2. Visa Cancellations: If your visa has been cancelled by the Department of Home Affairs on grounds such as character issues, non-compliance, or visa fraud, you may be able to seek a review of the cancellation decision at the AAT.
  3. Protection Visa Refusals or Cancellations: If your application for a protection visa has been refused or your existing protection visa has been cancelled, you may be eligible for review at the AAT. This applies to decisions related to asylum claims and refugee status.
  4. Bridging Visa Refusal or Cancellation: If your application for a bridging visa has been refused or your existing bridging visa has been cancelled, you may have the option to seek a review at the AAT.
  5. Character-related Decisions: If a decision has been made to refuse or cancel your visa on character grounds, the AA T can review such decisions and assess whether they are lawful and justified.

It’s important to note that there are specific time limits and procedures for lodging an appeal with the AAT. Statewide Migration can provide comprehensive assistance and guidance throughout the process, ensuring you understand your rights and options for seeking a review of Migration and Refugee decisions at the AAT. Our experienced team will work with you to build a strong case and advocate for your rights during the review process.

 

The time limit to apply for a review is usually 28 days after you receive the decision. For some types of decisions, it is longer and for others it is shorter.

Statewide Migration can assist you in understanding the applicable time limits for your specific case and provide guidance on the administrative appeal process. Our experienced migration agents will ensure that you are aware of the deadlines and assist you in preparing and lodging your appeal within the required timeframe.

  • Visa Refusals/Cancellations: $AU3,153 
  • Protection Visa Refusals or Cancellations: You do not have to pay an application fee at the time you lodge your application for a review. However, you must pay a fee of $1,940 if the review is not successful.
  • Bridging Visa Refusal or Cancellation: $AU3,153. There is no application fee if you lodge an application for review of a bridging visa decision that resulted in a person being placed in immigration detention.
  • Character-related Decisions: The standard application fee is $1,011

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