Having an unsuccessful outcome from a visa decision, sponsorship application, or nomination application is never welcomed news. Unfortunately, most of refusals stem from a lack of in-depth knowledge of the Australian migration legislations when assessing an individual’s eligibility or because of insufficient supporting evidence submitted.

However, some decisions from the Department of Home Affairs - also called reviewable migration decisions - can be reviewed at the ART.

If you have been affected by such a decision, we can assist you in making representation before the ART on your behalf. Please note that strict time limits apply when applying for merits review.

We also provide assistance with merits review rights in relation to visa refusal and visa cancellation on character grounds. However, we do not provide assistance with representation before the relevant courts if you are seeking judicial review of a decision. You will need to contact a legal practitioner in that case.