A visa refusal or cancellation can be a significant setback, with serious implications for your ability to live, work, or study in Australia. At Visas First, our migration law experts provide specialised services to help clients respond effectively to refusals or cancellations, navigate complex legal processes, and explore alternative pathways to achieve their migration goals. 

Our services are designed to provide comprehensive support at every stage of the visa refusal or cancellation process, ensuring that you understand your options and take the best course of action for your situation. 

• Detailed Case Analysis: We review your visa application or cancellation notice in detail, identifying the reasons for the decision and determining whether errors, misrepresentations, or incomplete information contributed to the outcome. 
• Drafting and Lodging Appeals: For clients eligible to appeal a visa refusal or cancellation, we prepare detailed submissions for the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART). This includes gathering additional evidence, addressing concerns raised in the decision, and presenting a clear, well-supported case for review. 
• Responding to Notices of Intention to Consider Cancellation (NOICC): If you have received a notice indicating that your visa may be cancelled, we assist in preparing a thorough response that demonstrates why the visa should remain valid, addressing legal and policy criteria effectively. 
• Ministerial Intervention Requests: Where no further tribunal review options are available, we prepare compelling submissions for ministerial intervention. These applications focus on unique or compassionate circumstances that warrant special consideration under immigration law. 
• Judicial Review: If your visa refusal or cancellation involves procedural errors or jurisdictional issues, we assist in preparing and lodging an application for judicial review with the Federal Circuit and Family Court or Federal Court. Our services include identifying grounds for review, drafting precise and persuasive legal submissions, and collaborating with experienced legal counsel to present a well-constructed case aimed at achieving the best possible outcome.
• Exploring Alternative Options: In situations where the original visa application is no longer viable, we assess your eligibility for other visa pathways. This may include temporary or permanent visa options that align with your long-term goals.
• Post-Decision Strategies: We help clients understand the implications of a refusal or cancellation, including conditions for reapplying, potential travel bans, or eligibility for other visas. Our goal is to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

At Visas First, we understand the complexities of visa refusals and cancellations and the importance of getting the process right. Our team is dedicated to helping you secure a positive resolution and regain control of your migration journey.