Visa Changes

Visa Cancellation Reasons

• Incorrect information was provided.

• False documents were provided.

• Visa conditions were breached. 

• Character reasons.

• Circumstances under which the visa was granted no longer exist. (For example, where the relationship breaks down for the holder of a Spouse temporary visa).

Visa Cancellation Procedure

• Applicants are under an obligation to notify the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC )of changed circumstances or incorrect answers in the Application.

• DIAC investigates the alleged breach, and then issues a 'Notice of Intention to Cancel' to the Applicant.

• Applicant must respond to the 'Notice of Intention to Cancel', within a specified timeframe, with reasons why they believe the visa should not be cancelled.

• DIAC makes a decision after receiving a response from the Applicant. 

• If the visa is cancelled - Applicant has a right of review (Appeal).

• A non-citizen who is convicted of certain offences in Australia, after investigation, may be subject to criminal deportation.