How long do AAT decisions take?

It can take anywhere from 2 weeks to 2 years to receive an AAT decision. If the AAT makes a decision in your favour, generally speaking, the matter will be remitted back the Department of Home affairs where they will typically either revoke the visa cancellation or grant the refused visa.

How long does it take for the AAT to make a decision?

If the review is not expedited, the Department will send us the decision and all relevant review documents within 28 days after being told the application has been received.

What happens if AAT refused?

If the matter is sent back to the Department for reconsideration, generally speaking, the Department will grant the visa or revoke the visa cancellation. The AAT can also decide that the Department’s decision was correct and confirm this in its decision.

How long does it take for visa appeal?

If your case is about a refusal or cancellation of a visa under section 501 or about a revocation request under section 501CA, the Tribunal must make its decision within 84 days (or 12 weeks) after the day on which you were notified of the decision.

Can I appeal AAT?

If a party believes an AAT decision is wrong, they can appeal the decision to a higher court. Parties may appeal to either the Federal Circuit and Family Court or the Federal Court depending on the type of decision being appealed. An appeal to a higher court can only be about a question of law.

Can AAT make a decision without a hearing?

You will receive our decision at the end of the hearing or in writing at a later date. We might make a decision without conducting a hearing if: we decide we have no jurisdiction to review the decision.

What are the chances of winning AAT?

Interesting Facts about AAT!



According to a recent report from AAT, you have 51% chance of winning and only 31% chance of losing on partner visa refusal.

Why AAT is taking so long?

The time it takes us to complete the review process depends on a range of factors, including the number of applications for review we receive, the number of members available to conduct reviews, the type of decision under review, the strategies we have in place for dealing with different caseloads, and the complexity

What happens after winning AAT case?

If the AAT makes a decision in your favour, generally speaking, the matter will be remitted back the Department of Home affairs where they will typically either revoke the visa cancellation or grant the refused visa.

Are all AAT decisions published?

Many decisions with written reasons are published in full, but not all decisions. The AAT must not publish information if its disclosure is prohibited or restricted by law.

How long do AAT appeals take?

If the review is about a decision made under section 197D of the Migration Act 1958 that a protection finding would no longer be made about a person, we must make a decision on the review within 120 days after we receive your application unless we extend that period with your agreement.

Can I travel overseas on AAT?

If you want to travel overseas you must contact us before making any travel arrangements to check the status of the review. If you have questions about your ability to travel or re-enter Australia or whether travel might affect your eligibility for a visa, you should contact the Department of Home Affairs.

How often are visa appeals successful?

Are Visa Appeals Successful? Recent stats indicate that out of all the appeals the immigration tribunal receives, over 50% of them are a success.

Can the AAT consider new evidence?

In most cases, the AAT can look at new information that was not available to the original decision-maker. We consider all the information before us and decide what the legally correct decision is or, if there can be more than one correct decision, the preferable decision.

Can a decision of administrative tribunal be challenged?

1990, c.J.1 (the “JRPA”), the Divisional Court can: compel the tribunal or administrative body to perform a statutory duty (mandamus); require that the tribunal cease certain action (prohibition); or. quash the tribunal’s decision for not having been made properly (certiorari).

What matters does the AAT hear?

The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) conducts independent merits review of administrative decisions made under Commonwealth laws. We review decisions made by Australian Government ministers, departments and agencies and, in limited circumstances, decisions made by state government and non-government bodies.

Why AAT is taking so long?

The time it takes us to complete the review process depends on a range of factors, including the number of applications for review we receive, the number of members available to conduct reviews, the type of decision under review, the strategies we have in place for dealing with different caseloads, and the complexity

What happens after AAT remit decision?

For example, after AAT remit decision, the AAT will send the matter back to the department to make a new decision in accordance with the AAT’s instructions or recommendations.

Do you get letters after your name with AAT?

AAT bookkeeping membership offers you the opportunity to demonstrate your bookkeeping skills and expertise to employers, colleagues and clients. You’ll gain professional recognition using the designatory letters AATQB after your name, and can even apply to become self-employed and offer bookkeeping services.

Are all AAT decisions published?

Many decisions with written reasons are published in full, but not all decisions. The AAT must not publish information if its disclosure is prohibited or restricted by law.

How many times can you fail AAT?

Students and apprentices who are 16 – 19 and studying full time and are taking either foundation (level 2), or advanced (level 3) are subject to the resit rule, where they can only attempt each assessment twice within 24 months.

Can you fail the AAT?

Can I resit my AAT assessments if I fail? Yes, you are entitled to resit any assessment that you fail.