Visa cancellations generally occur based on a breach of visa conditions, failing to meet character requirements or providing false information on a visa application.
Providing incorrect information can affect a person’s visa status right up to the point of their citizenship application. This type of cancellation has been increasing in recent years affecting refugees and asylum seekers in particular.
In Australia, the avenues for challenging a visa cancellation decision are different depending on the types of cancellation, but in general, people have the rights to appeal through the , also known as the AAT, if their visa has been refused or cancelled under Section 501 of the Migration Act.
You can apply for a bridging visa to stay lawful in Australia before your visa expires, while you await your review outcome by the AAT or as you make attempts to leave the country during the coronavirus pandemic.
Please note that the comments provided here do not apply to all individual circumstances. If you are concerned about your visa status, it is best that you seek legal advice as soon as possible.
For free legal advice, contact your local state or territory Legal Aid.
or RAILS is a free service based in Queensland. You can call RAILS on (07) 3846 9300.
You can also call on (03) 9413 0100 Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am to 2pm for free advice.
For free translation service, call 13 14 50, specify your language and ask to be connected to your designated organisation.
The emergency relief is available for people on temporary visas. Visit the Red Cross website for more information.
