Visa reviews
Visa cancellation
Received a notice of intention to cancel, or had your visa cancelled? Act now.
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About visa cancellation
Home Affairs can cancel a visa for reasons such as breaching visa conditions, incorrect information, or character concerns. Usually you'll first receive a Notice of Intention to Consider Cancellation (NOICC) and a short time to respond.
A strong, well-evidenced response can stop a cancellation. If your visa has already been cancelled, review or revocation may be possible.
Common grounds
- Breaching visa conditions (e.g. work limits, course attendance)
- Incorrect or misleading information in an application
- Character concerns
- No longer meeting the visa's requirements
Common mistakes
- Missing the response deadline
- Responding without evidence or legal argument
- Admitting to facts without understanding the consequences
- Not checking review or revocation options
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What Home Affairs charges, current as at 1 July 2026. These are not our professional fees.
Visa reviews
| Fee | Amount (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Review Tribunal, review of a migration decision ART fee from 1 July 2026. A 50% reduction may be granted on financial hardship grounds. | $3,727 |
| Administrative Review Tribunal, review of a protection decision ART fee from 1 July 2026. Generally payable only if the review is unsuccessful. | $2,293 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Notice of Intention to Consider Cancellation (NOICC)?
A NOICC is a letter from Home Affairs saying it is considering cancelling your visa. It sets out the reasons and gives you a chance to respond in writing before a decision is made. Your response is your best chance to keep your visa.
How long do I have to respond to a visa cancellation notice?
The time is stated in the notice and is often very short, sometimes only a few days. Contact us immediately. We can review the notice, gather evidence and prepare your written response.
Can a visa cancellation be reviewed?
Many visa cancellations can be reviewed by the Administrative Review Tribunal. Character cancellations follow a different process, and some mandatory cancellations require a revocation request within a strict deadline, often 28 days.
What happens to my family's visas if my visa is cancelled?
Family members who hold visas as your dependants may also have their visas cancelled. We explain the risks for your whole family and plan the response together.
General information only, not migration advice. Visa rules change often. We'll confirm what applies to you in a consultation. Last reviewed October 2026 by SavieMEC's registered migration agents.