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Refusals, Appeals & Australian Tribunal Hearings
The Administrative Review Tribunal (A.R.T.) is an independent Australian body responsible for reviewing administrative decisions made under Commonwealth law. If your visa has been refused or cancelled, you may have the right to appeal this decision to the A.R.T.
Once a valid appeal is lodged, the Tribunal will provide further instructions regarding the next steps in the process. This usually includes an invitation to submit additional information, supporting documents and evidence relevant to your case, as well as an invitation to attend a Tribunal Hearing.
It is important to respond promptly and accurately to any requests from the Tribunal. Failure to do so may result in your appeal being determined without a hearing, significantly affecting your ability to present your case and achieve a favourable outcome.
Given the complexity of the Tribunal appeals process and the numerous steps involved, we recommend booking a complimentary consultation with Andreas Athanasiou to discuss your specific circumstances and pathway options.
Overview
Andreas Athanasiou has successfully represented clients in numerous Tribunal Hearings across a wide range of visa subclasses, consistently achieving exceptional outcomes. Our firm is equipped to assist you with every stage of the Tribunal process, including:
• Lodging your appeal with the Tribunal
• Preparing detailed written submissions before and after any request for information
• Conducting 2–3 comprehensive mock hearings (in person or via Zoom) to ensure you are fully prepared
• Attending and representing you at the Tribunal Hearing(s)
• Preparing and submitting any post-hearing arguments or supporting evidence
We offer a complimentary consultation to assess your circumstances and advise you on the best way forward.
Tribunal Fees
You must pay a Tribunal appeal fee when lodging an application to review most migration-related decisions. The current appeal fee is $3,580, and it must be paid in full before the application deadline in order for your review to be accepted by the A.R.T.
In certain circumstances, you may be eligible for a 50% reduction of the initial fee if you can demonstrate that paying the full amount would cause severe financial hardship. If your appeal is successful, the Tribunal will refund 50% of the full fee (if you have paid the full amount).
Please note that our professional fees* are separate from the Tribunal fee and will vary depending on the complexity of your matter and the specific level of assistance you require throughout the Tribunal process.
*To help reduce financial pressure, Olympus Migration offers flexible payment plans, allowing professional fees to be paid in instalments over a period of up to 15 months.
Processing Times
The time it takes for the Administrative Review Tribunal to finalise an appeal varies significantly and is influenced by several factors, including the volume of applications currently before the Tribunal, the availability of Tribunal Members to hear cases, the type of visa decision under review and the overall complexity and evidentiary requirements of the case.
Based on current processing trends, the approximate timeframes to receive a decision can be up to 5 years, depending on the factors above.
In some cases, where the matter is straightforward and lacks complexity, the Tribunal may reach a decision within a few weeks or months. However, applicants should be prepared for the possibility of extended delays due to the high volume of cases and limited Tribunal resources.
In the following link you can find testimonials by past Clients and by individuals who have sought Australian immigration advice from our Director, Andreas Athanasiou.
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Our ‘Peace of Mind’ Policy
Our Director and Registered Migration Agent, Andreas Athanasiou, has dedicated over a decade to helping people build a future in Australia. Being an immigrant himself, is journey is deeply personal — he understands that every visa is not just an application, but a life, a dream, and a family hoping for a better tomorrow.
With more than 1,000 visas successfully prepared, Andreas has supported individuals and families from over 100 countries, each with their own story. Many of our clients began this journey feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain — but they found comfort, clarity, and success when they placed their trust in him. You can read more about his journey in our About Us section.
Whether you meet Andreas in person in Melbourne or speak with him via Zoom from anywhere in the world, you will be treated with kindness, dignity, and respect. Your concerns will be heard, your questions will be answered, and your future will be handled with care.
We offer a full 1-hour complimentary consultation because you deserve time, attention and genuine guidance — not rushed advice or expensive upfront fees. We firmly believe you should not have to pay hundreds of dollars just to understand your options, or be charged heavily before receiving real clarity.
We are committed to standing by your side every step of the way. In the unlikely event your application is refused, Olympus Migration will prepare and lodge a new application or appeal to the Tribunal at no additional professional fees, if you are eligible. This is our promise to you, and our ‘Peace of Mind’ policy. We do this because we believe in you — and we don’t give up on our clients.
At Olympus Migration, you are not just another file.
You are our family — and your journey is our mission.
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Why Olympus Migration?
Expert Advice
Our Director, Andreas Athanasiou, is a Registered Migration Agent (MARN: 1685134) and a member of the Migration Institute of Australia, with over a decade of experience and more than 1,000 successful visa lodgements to his name.
Fixed Fees
We operate strictly on a fixed-fee basis, ensuring complete transparency with no hidden costs or unexpected charges at any stage. To ease financial pressure, we also offer flexible payment plans of up to 15 months for our valued clients.
Prompt Service
Our clients are the heart of our company and the very reason we exist. We are deeply committed to their complete satisfaction, treating every matter as a top priority and always responding within the same business day.
Peace of Mind
In the unlikely event that an application is refused, we will re-apply or appeal the decision without charging any additional professional fees to Olympus Migration clients. This is our commitment to you — our Peace of Mind policy.
Book a Complimentary 1-Hour Consultation
You can discuss your case and concerns with Andreas Athanasiou either Face-to-Face or via Zoom.
You can book a confidential and complimentary 1-hour consultation to assess your eligibility using any of the options below:
• Email: andreas@olympusmigration.com.au
• Call: 1300 804 204
• Message us directly (in this section)
We are available 7 days a week, including on Public Holidays.
• Head Office: L10, 440 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
• Satellite Office: Templestowe VIC 3106
• Satellite Office: Epping VIC 3076
All Office meetings are by appointment only