A refusal affecting your partner’s migration plans can be distressing. Read the decision and review-rights notice immediately, and seek personal advice about the reasons, available options and deadlines.
Act on the actual notice
Do not assume that every refusal can be reviewed, that either partner can initiate a review, or that a general time period covers your case. Have the complete decision, the date it was received and relevant correspondence ready for an assessment.
Deadlines can be strict. Do not delay while gathering every possible record; obtain advice promptly about what needs to happen next.
Separate review from lawful stay and travel
Review rights, lawful status and travel arrangements are separate questions. Beginning a review does not itself settle permission to remain, work or travel. Check the current notices and conditions before making commitments.
Discuss costs and representation
Check the current ART fee information where review is relevant. Discuss any professional services and fees separately before engaging assistance. Do not assume that a reduction or refund will cover representation costs.
Assess the circumstances without promises
The refusal reasons, evidence and relevant rules need individual consideration. No general success percentage can predict the result. A favourable review does not necessarily complete the entire immigration process, and later requirements may still need attention.
If circumstances change, including pregnancy or other family developments, tell your adviser. Do not assume that a change overturns a decision or removes a deadline. See our pregnancy and migration planning guidance.
Ask about the appropriate professional
OZVISA can discuss migration advice and assistance within an agreed scope. Professional assistance is optional and no outcome is guaranteed.
Questions about court proceedings require prompt advice from an Australian legal practitioner with a current practising certificate. Registration as a migration agent alone does not authorise court representation. See the court’s migration-review guidance.
