My application is refused - is this the end of the road?

You may have recently received a refusal for an application.

Do not despair, you may have options available to you including the following:

1. Request for the refusal to be vacated

A refusal may only be vacated on limited circumstances such as where the Department of Home Affairs have made an unlawful decision

2. Merits Review

You may have an option to lodge an application at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) for a merits review of the decision within 21 days after the day on which you are taken to have received the refusal letter

3. Re-lodge an application

Depending on what the application is, reasons for the refusal and your circumstances, there may be an option to re-lodge an application

4. Lodge an alternative application

This may be an option if the requirements can be met

You may have questions on what your Next Steps will be. Our consultants have the expertise to work together with you to come up with the options best suited to your circumstances and assist with the process.

Time is of essence when a refusal decision is received for an application. Contact one of our consultants today to discuss your options and strategies to move forward.

Disclaimer: The information provided herein is of a general nature only and does not constitute immigration advice. For more detailed and case specific information or advice, please contact SCA Connect.