Administrative Review and Appeal processes for UK visas

Below is a general overview of the Administrative Review and Appeal processes : 

Administrative Review:

• • After receiving a refusal decision on your visa application, you may have the option to apply for an Administrative Review.
  • Administrative Review is a process where the decision is reviewed by a different immigration officer.
  • It is not an opportunity to submit new evidence but to challenge errors or misunderstandings in the initial decision.
  • How to Apply for Administrative Review:

• • The refusal letter you receive should contain information on how to apply for Administrative Review.
  • You typically need to complete a form and pay a fee for the Administrative Review process.
  • Timeframe:

• • There is usually a specific timeframe within which you must apply for Administrative Review (within 28 days of receiving the decision).
  • Outcome of Administrative Review:

• • After the review, the decision may be maintained, overturned, or the case may be sent back for further consideration.
  • Appeal Process:

• • If the Administrative Review is unsuccessful, you may have the option to appeal the decision.
  • The right to appeal depends on the type of visa application and the specific circumstances.
  • Appeal Rights and Tribunals:

• • Appeals are typically heard by an independent tribunal.
  • The tribunal will consider the case based on the evidence and legal arguments presented.
  • Legal Representation:

• • You have the right to be represented by legal counsel during the appeal process.

Administrative Review was generally available for the following types of visa applications:

Points-Based System (PBS) Visas:

• • Tier 1 (General), Tier 1 (Entrepreneur), Tier 1 (Investor), Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent)
  • Tier 2 (General), Tier 2 (Intra-Company Transfer), Tier 2 (Sportsperson), Tier 2 (Minister of Religion)
  • Tier 4 (General) Student Visas
  • Family and Partner Visas:

• • Spouse, civil partner, unmarried partner, and dependent child applications 
  • Other Visa Categories:

• • Other visa categories such as Ancestry Visas, Representative of an Overseas Business, etc.

It’s important to check the specific refusal letter received from the Home Office as it will contain information about whether Administrative Review is available for the particular visa category and how to apply for it.

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