Visa refused? Get urgent advice on ART review
A refusal is not always the end. But the clock is already running. Urgent advice after a visa refusal, cancellation or nomination refusal, including review at the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) and other options.
- Advice direct from a Registered Migration Agent
- Honest assessment, even when the answer is no
- Phone, video or in-person in Brisbane
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Read the date on your decision letter first
When a refusal arrives, people are understandably shaken. The most common mistake I see in that moment is waiting. Review deadlines are strict and are set out in your decision letter. In some cases they are very short, and the Tribunal cannot extend them.
The second most common mistake is paying the review fee without dealing with the reasons the visa was refused. A review is a fresh look at your case. It is your chance to fix the evidence, not just to disagree.
Send me the decision letter. I will tell you honestly whether a review is worth pursuing, and if it is not, what else may be possible.
Key facts about ART review
Strict deadlines
Your time limit is stated in the decision letter. Once it passes, the right to review is usually lost.
Application fee
The ART fee for most migration decisions is $3,727 from 1 July 2026. If the review succeeds, half is refunded.
Fee reduction
A reduction may be available in cases of severe financial hardship.
Fresh decision
The Tribunal looks at the case again on the evidence before it at hearing, including new evidence.
Figures are general information current at 14 October 2026 and change regularly. They are not advice about your circumstances.
How it works
Urgent decision review
Send us your decision letter. We check the deadline and the reasons for refusal first.
Honest assessment
We tell you whether review is realistic, or whether another visa or approach makes more sense.
Preparation and hearing
Submissions, evidence and preparation for the hearing, with you at every step.
Who you'll be speaking with
I'm Nathan Joo, founder and principal director of Cornerstone Migration and a Registered Migration Agent (MARN 1173091). For nearly two decades I have worked in Australian and New Zealand migration, employer sponsorship, skilled visa pathways and workforce strategy.
I started this practice because I believe migrants deserve advice that puts their future first. You will get an honest assessment, including when the answer is that a visa is unlikely, and you will deal with me, not a call centre.
You can verify my registration on the official register of migration agents.
What our clients say
Genuine reviews from Cornerstone Migration clients on Google.
64 Google reviews
“After my previous visa refusal, I was really stressed and worried about what would happen next. When I met Nathan, he made things feel a lot more manageable… My case wasn't simple, but he handled everything calmly and professionally.”
“The whole process has been incredibly fast, smooth, and professional. Communication has always been clear, polite, and very responsive… They genuinely care about their clients and explain everything clearly.”
“Everything was prepared so carefully and professionally, and I always felt that I was in good hands. The attention to detail and clear guidance made the whole process much less stressful.”
Common questions
How long do I have to apply for review?
It depends on the decision and whether you are in Australia. The exact deadline is in your letter. Contact us the same day if you can.
Can I stay in Australia during the review?
If you held a bridging visa linked to the original application, it often continues while the review is on foot. Check your circumstances with us.
Is a review always the best option?
No. Sometimes a fresh application or a different visa is faster and cheaper. We will tell you which.
My student visa was refused. Is the process different?
Student visa reviews can now be decided on the papers without a hearing, so written submissions matter even more.
Let's look at your situation
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