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Visa Refused? Get Help from Visa Refusal Appeal Lawyers in Perth
If your Australian visa has been refused, you still have options to challenge the decision. Our Perth visa appeal lawyers provide 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 merits review
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When your visa is refused under Section 65 of the Migration Act, you'll receive a written decision outlining the reasons for refusal and whether you have the right to seek a review. In many cases, a reviewable migration decision can be appealed 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 initial consultation, you'll meet directly with one of our migration lawyers. They will explain our services, discuss your 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 in Perth, we also provide online appointments for your convenience.
Level 12/26 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000
Call us on 1300 150 745
Monday – Friday: 9am – 6pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9am – 1pm
Undercover parking at Wilson Parking (4 min walk)
Bank transfer, credit card (Mastercard, VISA, or AMEX), 3-6 monthly instalments available in some cases
We assist individuals and couples with partner visa applications, ensuring relationship evidence is properly prepared and presented.
Partner Visa
We provide sensitive, professional legal support for individuals seeking protection in Australia.
Protection Visa
Our team supports employers and employees with sponsorship obligations and visa requirements.
Employer-Sponsored Visa
We advise on skilled migration pathways, including points-tested and state-nominated visas.
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We represent clients in Administrative Review Tribunal matters, providing strategic submissions and advocacy.
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We assist with citizenship applications, ensuring eligibility requirements are met.
Australian Citizenship
Family visa pathways allow eligible individuals to reunite with relatives in Australia, subject to eligibility criteria.
Family Visa
Our lawyers advise on parent visa pathways, including contributory and non-contributory options.
Parent Visa
We assist with preparing and managing judicial review applications where a legal error may have occurred.
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We provide urgent legal advice and representation for individuals facing visa cancellation issues.
Visa Cancellation
We assist with visitor visa applications, including cases involving complex travel histories or previous refusals.
Visitor Visa
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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. You may be able to remain in Australia lawfully during the bridging visa appeal period while your matter is being decided, depending on your circumstances.
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 at 1 July 2026, the standard ART application fee for a reviewable migration decision is $3,727, with a 50% reduction available in cases of demonstrated financial hardship. A reviewable protection decision carries no fee to apply, with $2,293 payable only if the review is unsuccessful. Character-related refusals and cancellations carry a fee of $1,195, with a concessional fee of $100 available in eligible circumstances.
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 ensure 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-supported case.
Our Perth office brings nationally recognised immigration law expertise directly to Perth and Western Australia 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 Perth, you are working with a firm whose quality has been verified from the outside.
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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.
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.
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 Perth immigration lawyer can clarify details relating to specific visas and guide you on professional fees, Department of Home Affairs fees and other associated costs.
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Perth's history of migration dates back to the early 19th century, when the Swan River Colony was established in 1829 as a free settlement, attracting British settlers to Western Australia's coastline. The discovery of gold in the 1890s transformed Perth almost overnight, drawing migrants from across Australia, Britain, and beyond, and cementing the city's role as the commercial heart of the west. Read More
The post-World War II era brought significant waves of migrants from Italy, Greece, and other parts of Southern and Eastern Europe, with Fremantle serving as the first point of arrival for many migrant ships. Today, Western Australia has the highest proportion of overseas-born residents of any Australian state, with approximately one in three Perth residents born overseas. This diversity continues to grow, shaped by skilled migration, humanitarian entrants, and international students from across Asia, the subcontinent, and the Pacific. Read Less
Perth's history of migration dates back to the early 19th century, when the Swan River Colony was established in 1829 as a free settlement, attracting British settlers to Western Australia's coastline. The discovery of gold in the 1890s transformed Perth almost overnight, drawing migrants from across Australia, Britain, and beyond, and cementing the city's role as the commercial heart of the west.
The post-World War II era brought significant waves of migrants from Italy, Greece, and other parts of Southern and Eastern Europe, with Fremantle serving as the first point of arrival for many migrant ships. Today, Western Australia has the highest proportion of overseas-born residents of any Australian state, with approximately one in three Perth residents born overseas. This diversity continues to grow, shaped by skilled migration, humanitarian entrants, and international students from across Asia, the subcontinent, and the Pacific.
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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