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Visa Refused? Get Help from Visa Refusal Appeal Lawyers in Hobart
If your Australian visa has been refused, you still have options to challenge the decision. As an immigration appeal lawyer serving Hobart, our team provides clear advice, strategic guidance, and strong legal representation to help you respond quickly and effectively. We assist you in understanding your refusal reasons, identifying appeal pathways, and preparing a well-supported case for review.
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When your visa is refused by the Department of Home Affairs, you'll receive a written decision under Section 65 of the Migration Act outlining the reasons for refusal and whether you have the right to seek a review. In many cases, you may be eligible to appeal a reviewable migration decision through the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART).
Depending on your circumstances, strict deadlines apply, often ranging from a few days to several weeks. Acting quickly is essential to preserve your review rights and avoid losing the opportunity to appeal.
There are no hidden costs for our services. Our fees are clearly set out in a fee agreement.
From the first same-day response to the granting of your Australian visa, you'll have direct access to a lawyer.
Our experienced lawyers will give you regular updates and clear explanations of visa pathways.
We offer a client satisfaction guarantee in relation to our visa application services.
3 - 6 months installment options available on some visa types.
At your first meeting, you'll speak directly with a migration lawyer, who will explain our services, discuss your visa options, and guide you through the entire process. You'll also receive a fixed, upfront fee for ongoing services.
We offer a range of flexible payment options. In addition to our friendly, compassionate in-person support, we also provide online appointments for your convenience.
Call us on
1300 150 745
Monday – Friday: 9am – 6pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9am – 1pm
Bank transfer, credit card (VISA, Mastercard, or AMEX), 3-6 monthly instalments available in some cases
PO Box 13118
Law Courts 8010
We assist with partner visa applications, ensuring relationship evidence and eligibility requirements are properly addressed.
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We provide sensitive and professional legal support for protection visa applicants.
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We assist employers and employees with sponsorship and visa applications.
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We advise on skilled migration pathways, including state-nominated and points-tested visas.
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Our lawyers represent clients in Administrative Review Tribunal proceedings.
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We assist eligible applicants with citizenship applications and requirements.
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Our team provides guidance on family migration options to support family reunification.
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We assist with parent visa applications, including contributory and non-contributory pathways.
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We assist with judicial review applications in the Federal Circuit and Family Court on migration matters.
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We assist with judicial review applications in migration matters.
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We assist with visitor visa applications, including complex and refusal matters.
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Our legal expertise in migration law extends far beyond assisting clients in Australia's capital cities. We provide comprehensive support to individuals, families, and businesses in many locations across the country.
Strict deadlines apply depending on your visa type and location at the time of refusal. In many cases, you may only have a short period, often between 7 and 28 days, to lodge an appeal with the ART, though a time limit extension is rarely available and generally requires compelling circumstances the Tribunal considers exceptional.
Tribunal processing times can vary significantly depending on complexity and workload, commonly ranging from several months to over a year.
Administrative Review Tribunal application fees
As of 1 July 2026, the ART application fee for a reviewable migration decision is $3,727, and for a reviewable protection decision is $2,293 (generally only payable if the review is unsuccessful). A standard application fee of $1,195 applies to other reviewable decisions, and a concessional fee of $100 is available in eligible circumstances, such as financial hardship.
Legal representation and consultation costs
Legal fees vary depending on case complexity and the level of representation required.
Additional document preparation expenses
Costs may include translation, expert reports, or supporting evidence preparation.
Visa refusal appeals involve strict deadlines, complex legal criteria, and detailed evidence requirements. Professional legal assistance can help make sure your case is properly prepared, legally sound, and effectively presented.
We provide clear, strategic advice tailored to your situation, strong representation at tribunal hearings, and detailed preparation of legal submissions. Our focus is on guiding you through each stage of the appeal process with a well-prepared, well-evidenced case.
Our Hobart office brings nationally recognised immigration law expertise directly to Hobart and Tasmania clients. Every award listed below was earned through independent assessment, including peer review, client feedback, and workplace audits. When you work with our immigration lawyers in Hobart, you are working with a firm whose quality has been verified from the outside.
Perry Q. Wood is ranked as a Leading Immigration Lawyer in Victoria in Doyle's Guide 2026. Four consecutive years of inclusion in Doyle's Guide establishes a verified, long-term record of excellence and peer recognition in Australian immigration law.
Australian Migration Lawyers is ranked in the 2027 Best Law Firms - Australia edition by Best Lawyers. Firm rankings are determined through client feedback, peer nominations, and overall market reputation. Inclusion confirms the firm delivers top-tier legal services in immigration law at a national level.
Perry Q. Wood is recognised in the 2027 Best Lawyers in Australia™ edition for Immigration Law. This ranking is awarded exclusively through confidential peer review by senior lawyers in the same practice area. It is the leading global legal directory benchmark.
The government costs vary for each visa type, and you also need to factor in the cost of living while you await the outcome of your visa application. Consulting a reliable Hobart immigration lawyer can clarify details relating to specific visas and guide you on professional fees, Department of Home Affairs fees and other associated costs.
Hobart is Australia's second-oldest capital city, founded in 1804 as a British penal colony on the banks of the Derwent River. The Palawa people are the traditional custodians of the land, and their presence in Tasmania dates back at least 35,000 years. European settlement brought convicts primarily from England, Ireland, and Scotland, and the cessation of transportation in 1853 marked the beginning of Hobart's transition toward a free settler society. Read More
The post-World War II era brought migrants from Italy, Greece, Yugoslavia, and Poland to Hobart, gradually diversifying a city that had remained predominantly Anglo-Celtic throughout its early history. In more recent decades, Hobart has welcomed humanitarian entrants and skilled migrants from China, India, Bhutan, Nepal, and across Southeast Asia. Today, Hobart retains the highest proportion of Australian-born residents among Australia's capital cities, but its migrant community continues to grow steadily, enriching the city's cultural fabric and contributing to its ongoing economic recovery and growth. Read Less
Hobart is Australia's second-oldest capital city, founded in 1804 as a British penal colony on the banks of the Derwent River. The Palawa people are the traditional custodians of the land, and their presence in Tasmania dates back at least 35,000 years. European settlement brought convicts primarily from England, Ireland, and Scotland, and the cessation of transportation in 1853 marked the beginning of Hobart's transition toward a free settler society.
The post-World War II era brought migrants from Italy, Greece, Yugoslavia, and Poland to Hobart, gradually diversifying a city that had remained predominantly Anglo-Celtic throughout its early history. In more recent decades, Hobart has welcomed humanitarian entrants and skilled migrants from China, India, Bhutan, Nepal, and across Southeast Asia. Today, Hobart retains the highest proportion of Australian-born residents among Australia's capital cities, but its migrant community continues to grow steadily, enriching the city's cultural fabric and contributing to its ongoing economic recovery and growth.
Perry Q Wood is Immediate Past President of the Australian Institute of Administrative Law and one of Australia's leading administrative, immigration and human rights lawyers.
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