Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) Reviews for visa, sponsorship, or
nomination refusals and cancellations allow applicants to challenge decisions made
by the Department of Home Affairs.

  • Eligibility: Applicants must have received a refusal or cancellation notice with
    review rights.
  • Types of Decisions Reviewed:
    ◦ Visa refusals (e.g., skilled, partner, visitor, student visas).
    ◦ Sponsorship or nomination refusals for employer-sponsored visas.
    ◦ Visa cancellations due to character issues or non-compliance.
  • Process:
    ◦ Lodge an application for review within the specified time frame.
    ◦ The ART will reassess the decision based on evidence and submissions
    provided.
    ◦ A hearing may be held to allow applicants to present their case.
  • Outcomes: The ART can affirm, vary, set aside, or remit the decision for
    reconsideration by the Department.
    The ART review provides an opportunity for a fair reassessment, ensuring all
    evidence and circumstances are considered before finalizing the outcome.