Step 8 of 9
What if Problems?
Handling refusals, AAT review, complex cases, document issues, policy changes.
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Common questions at this stage
Straight answers to what people actually ask at this point.
Can I lose my PR?
Yes, and this is more common than most people realise. A permanent visa can be c… Read full answer →
How to apply for visa cancellation in Australia?
There are two very different processes here depending on who is initiating the c… Read full answer →
Can I appeal if my Australian visa is rejected?
Yes, in most cases — but the right to appeal depends on the visa type, your loca… Read full answer →
Can a 491 visa be refused?
Yes, and refusals of the Subclass 491 visa are not uncommon despite applicants h… Read full answer →
Can a 190 visa be rejected?
Yes. A Subclass 190 visa refusal is less common than a 491 refusal in proportion… Read full answer →
What are common reasons for Australia visa rejections?
The Department does not publish a single unified list, but across skilled, partn… Read full answer →
What is the rejection rate for partner visa?
The Department of Home Affairs publishes annual visa statistics. Partner visa re… Read full answer →
What happens if your Australian visa is cancelled?
A visa cancellation has immediate and serious legal consequences. The moment a v… Read full answer →
How to request visa cancellation in Australia?
The process for requesting your own voluntary cancellation is straightforward, b… Read full answer →
What can cause visa cancellation?
Visa cancellations are generally triggered by one of three categories: breach of… Read full answer →
Can I cancel my own visa in Australia?
Yes. Voluntary visa cancellation is legally permitted and does happen — typicall… Read full answer →
What is an AAT review?
The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) — now formally rebranded as the Admini… Read full answer →
What comes after AAT refusal?
If the ART affirms the Department's refusal decision, you have several potential… Read full answer →
How long does it take to appeal a visa refusal?
The end-to-end timeline for a full ART appeal — from lodgement to a final decisi… Read full answer →
How often are visa appeals successful?
Success rates vary significantly by visa type and the ground of refusal, but in … Read full answer →
Can I travel while on AAT?
The answer is: only if you hold a Bridging Visa B (BVB). When you lodge an ART r… Read full answer →
Can I apply for another visa while on AAT?
Yes, in most circumstances — and it is often a strategically sound decision to d… Read full answer →
Why is my visa taking so long?
Most delays fall into one of five categories, and knowing which applies to your … Read full answer →
How much does it cost to appeal a visa refusal in Australia?
Appealing a visa refusal to the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) — which rep… Read full answer →
How much does the AAT review cost?
The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) — now restructured as the Administrati… Read full answer →
What if I lose my job on 482?
Losing your sponsoring employer while on a Subclass 482 is serious but not immed… Read full answer →
What if my employer withdraws sponsorship?
Sponsorship withdrawal does not immediately void your visa, but it does create a… Read full answer →
Common Mistakes When Switching Visas
These are the errors our team sees most frequently — and they are avoidable with… Read full answer →
What happens when my visa expires?
If your substantive visa expires and you have a pending application for a new su… Read full answer →
Can I appeal ACS result?
Yes — a formal reassessment and an appeal are both available, but they serve dif… Read full answer →
Can I get a refund from my migration agent?
Whether you can get a refund depends on your Costs Agreement and at what stage y… Read full answer →
Can I get a refund if my assessment fails?
No — a negative or "unsuitable" outcome does not entitle you to a refund from an… Read full answer →
What happens if my employer cancels sponsorship?
If your employer cancels their sponsorship or ceases to employ you, you have a 6… Read full answer →
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