Judicial review of migration decisions In most instances, you can seek judicial review of a decision by the Administrative Review Tribunal where there is an “error of law”. Judicial review is the process through which Courts ensure that decisions made under the Migration Act, including by the Administrative Review Tribunal (formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal) […]
Visa refusal appeals (Administrative Review Tribunal) The Administrative Review Tribunal (Tribunal), formerly the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, can conduct “merits review” of certain decisions by the Department of Home Affairs to refuse to grant a visa application. The Tribunal is an independent body from the Department of Home Affairs, who will consider visa applications afresh. They […]
Visa Cancellations The Department can take steps to cancel either a temporary or permanent visa that has already been granted. It’s important to obtain legal advice before such a decision is made (to ensure an appropriate response is provided), or after such a decision has been made so you can know your full review/appeal rights, […]