Administrative Review Tribunal Applications

If you have recently had a visa refused or cancelled, or a citizenship application refused, there may be steps you can take to have the decision reviewed by the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART).

The ART is an independent body that conducts merits review of certain visa and visa-related decisions made by the Department of Home Affairs. Merits review means the Tribunal takes a fresh look at the facts, law and policy, and can consider new evidence and submissions that were not before the original decision-maker.

After considering the material, the Tribunal Member may affirm the original decision, set it aside, or send the matter back to the Department with directions.

Time is critical. If the decision is reviewable, you usually have only a short period in which to apply. In most migration cases the ART cannot extend that deadline.

West Aussie Migration has substantial experience in ART reviews of visa refusals, cancellations and related decisions. We assess whether the decision is reviewable, identify the issues that actually matter, and assist with the process from lodgement through to hearing. We prepare a focused case theory, put forward the evidence the Tribunal needs, and appear with you as your representative.

If you have received a refusal or cancellation, contact us quickly. For official information about the ART process, see the Administrative Review Tribunal website.