We support those looking to live visit or migrate to Australia, with expert legal advice.
Immigration law and policy is constantly changing. It can be confusing to know which visa to apply for and how to maximise your chance of being granted a visa.
If you are looking to travel to Australia for any reason, Hall Payne can help you navigate the often complex legal requirements for visa approval.
We help clients in Australia and internationally with:
We stay abreast of recent and proposed future changes in immigration law that could impact your visa application so we can give you the best possible chance to succeed.
We can expertly assist you in determining which visa to apply for, and support you at every stage of that application process.
We adhere to the Code of Conduct for registered migration agents and the Legal Practitioner Consumer Guide when dealing with your matter.
We can help guide you through the complexities of moving to Australia.
Our team works closely with you to identify the best solution for your circumstances, to ensure a smooth application process.
Find answers to common questions about our practice and how we work.
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We have experience working across a wide variety of visa sub-classes and can help you at any stage of your application, including if your initial application has been unsuccessful. Whether it’s a full visa preparation service you require, or assistance with one specific visa subclass related question, we can help.
We have assisted a wide range of clients seeking visas in the following areas:
This is one of the most difficult questions for you to answer on your own, particularly as the Department of Home Affairs website provides only limited, basic information.
The best way to be confident that you meet the relevant eligibility requirements for any type of visa is to consult with a Registered Migration Agent or lawyer. Hall Payne can work with you to address each stage of the application, including establishing your eligibility at the outset.
This will depend on your individual circumstances.
That said, given the amount of money people now need to invest in this process, we recommend you get legal adviceto ensure you don’t miss something relatively minor which could result in your application being refused.
Some visa processing times are shorter than others. Many permanent visa subclasses are experiencing significant delays due to ongoing backlogs and high demand for visas in various subclasses.
A complete and thoroughly prepared application takes time to assemble. Care should be taken to ensure that it includes all evidence available prior to lodgement. The sooner your application is submitted, the sooner you’ll hear back and be able to take the next step in your life. That said, a thoroughly prepared application can’t be rushed, and it is imperative that your application is prepared providing correct/accurate information to avoid a refusal.
If your application has been refused, there are many variables to determine how long an appeal will take. If your application has been refused, contact us immediately to discuss the specifics of your case as time limits apply.
This will depend on your circumstances, as well as your future plans.
If you’re in this situation, talking to an adviser will mean you can explore what options might be available to you, and what the next steps are. Contact Hall Payne for an appointment with a Registered Migration Agent today.
If your visa application is refused, short time frames apply to make an application for review.
Reviews are lodged through the Administrative Review Tribunal, as well as through the Federal Court system, both in very specific circumstances.
As a general rule, if you applied for your visa while you were out of Australia, you won’t have rights to a review. That said, there are exceptions, and a Registered Migration Agent can help you navigate what can be a complex process.
If you’re considering reviewing a decision through the Federal Court system, you need to seek urgent advice from a lawyer who has experience in migration and administrative law to provide advice on your prospects of success.
Contact Hall Payne today to discuss your options.
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