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Visa refusal

27 April, 2026

Visa refusal

How to appeal a visa refusal

Can I appeal a visa refusal? If your visa is refused, you may be able to appeal the decision by applying for a merits review to the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART). In October 2024, the ART replaced the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) and continues to review migration and other government decisions, but with a stronger…
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Visa refusal

How to appeal a visa refusal