Australian Visa Denial

Here are some of the common reasons why an Australia visa is rejected: 

1. Invalid passport: Your passport must be valid for a minimum of six months after you return from Australia, and it should be issued within the last 10 years. The Immigration Office will not grant visas in situations where passports fail to meet these requirements.

1. Character criteria failure: The Australia visa character requirement must be met in order to avoid visa rejection. You may not be eligible for another visa if your visa is refused based on moral character. 

1. Incomplete application form: There is a high chance your request for a visa will be rejected if your application is not completed. 

1. Incorrect information: It is required that you answer all of the questions truthfully and accurately when applying for an Australian visa. Your request for a visa may be rejected if it is found that you gave inaccurate information. 

1. No financial resources: You will not be issued a visa if you are unable to show proof of your ability to pay for your trip to Australia. 

1. Missing documents: The visa application will be rejected if any documents are missing.  

1. No health insurance: To obtain certain visas (student visas), health insurance is mandatory. If you don't have health insurance, your visa will be denied. 

1. Failure to respond to additional requests: The Immigration Office might need further documentation or information after you submit your visa application. You will not be granted a visa if you do not respond to these requests.

Australian Visa Rejection: Appeal Process

1. Apply to AAT: Submit an appeal online or via postal mail within 28 days (7 days if detained). A sponsor can apply on your behalf.
2. Strict Deadlines: Late appeals are not accepted by AAT or the Immigration Office. Processing time varies based on visa type.
3. Appeal Fee: A fee of AUD 1,826 must be paid before the deadline. A 50% concession may be available.
4. Payment Methods: Pay via EFTPOS, credit card, money order, or cheque before the deadline.
5. Refund Policy: If the appeal is successful, 50% of the fee is refunded. If unsuccessful, the fee is non-refundable.

Processing Time for Visa Appeal

The processing time for various types of Australia visas is listed below: 

Note that these are only approximate times; the processing of a visa appeal application can sometimes be longer or shorter. 

When you apply for an Australia visa, make sure to fill in all the details with clear and legible letters. Step-by-step instructions must be followed and all the questions in the application must be answered correctly.

Also make sure to go through the checklist and get a clear idea of which documents must be annexed. Exercising care when filling in the application form can go a long way towards gaining your visa.