Visa Refusals, Appeals & Cancellations

Australian Visa Refusals

If your visa, nomination, or sponsorship application has been refused by the Department of Home Affairs, you may be able to have that decision reviewed by the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART).

The ART conducts a merits review, meaning it reassesses the facts, law, and policy relevant to your case from the beginning.

During this process, the ART has the authority to affirm, vary, set aside, or remit the Department’s decision.

Visa refusals can occur for a range of reasons, including:

Only certain decisions are reviewable under Part 5 of the Migration Act 1958. If you are unsure whether your matter is eligible for review, or if you believe the Department has incorrectly advised you about your review rights, please contact us for guidance.

It is essential to be aware that strict statutory time limits apply. If you do not lodge your review application within the required timeframe, you will lose the opportunity to have the decision reviewed.

Ministerial Intervention

Ministerial Intervention occurs when the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs exercises discretionary powers under the Migration Act 1958 to personally intervene in a case. The Minister may choose to do so if they believe it is in the public interest, which can result in a visa being granted to you and, where relevant, your family members.

It is important to understand that the Minister is not legally required to intervene or even consider a request for Ministerial Intervention. Only a small proportion of requests are successful, making it essential that any submission is carefully prepared and compelling.

Monarch Immigration Solutions has extensive experience assisting individuals and families seeking Ministerial Intervention in Australia.

Ministerial Intervention is typically a last resort for those wishing to have their matter reconsidered, and it is crucial to be represented by an experienced and highly skilled Registered Migration Agent. A wellprepared and compelling submission gives your case the best possible chance of being favourably considered by the Minister

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Ian successfully managed our entire International Workforce, his comprehensive understanding of migration law provided us with cost-effective solutions to achieve our business goals and ensured we maintained compliance with legislation. Ian’s approach kept the workforce loyal and hardworking, whilst at the same time maintaining adherence to regulations. When called upon for inspection, Immigration had no concerns.I would highly recommend Ian as he consistently achieved great results and was always willing to lend a hand.

Alan Russell

I want to give a huge shout out to Ian Parker at Monarch. In September 2021, Ian helped us appeal our 186 Visa refusal and guided us through the process. It was stressful, but he reassured us it was the right path to PR.
When the appeal wasn’t in our favour, it led to Ministerial intervention. Ian took charge, ensured everything was in place, and stayed in touch throughout.
In March 2025, we received a positive outcome with our PR visa granted. We highly recommend Ian Parker for complex visa issues. He is fair with his costs, committed, and never gave up on us — and he won’t give up on you.

Mathys from South Africa

I engaged Ian to assist me with getting a visitor visa for my Cambodian partner after I had received multiple refusals from Immigration. Ian advised to submit a Partner Visa application prior to submitting a further visitor visa application. This was a successful strategy. She received a 12 month visitor visa and subsequently, she received her partner visa. She is now well settled in Australia. Thanks to Ian for implementing a successful strategy that was based on his extensive experience.

Brian – Partner visa

I worked with Ian to gain my original working visa, and then my permanent residency, and I plan to work with him again for my citizenship. He made the process clear, straightforward, and most importantly fast! His knowledge of the process allowed me to start my new job in Australia sooner than expected and each step that followed has been easy. Very happy to use his services again.

Cameron - United Kingdom

My husband and I had an outstanding experience working with Ian from start to finish. His professionalism, knowledge, and attention to detail were exceptional, and he made what can probably be a complex and stressful process feel straightforward and manageable.
Ian took the time to clearly explain every step, ensured all documentation was accurate and complete, and was always responsive to any questions we had along the way. His proactive approach and thorough guidance gave us complete confidence that our application was in excellent hands.I would highly recommend Ian's services to anyone needing visa/migration assistance - the support and reassurance Ian provided made a significant difference, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.

Chloe and Steven – UK partner visa

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