Is this your situation?
You have a visa problem that needs immediate attention. Your visa was refused and the review deadline is days away. Your visa is being cancelled and you received a NOICC. You got a section 57 natural justice letter. Your bridging visa is about to expire. Or you have already become unlawful and you need to do something before the situation gets worse.
Whatever the urgency, the common thread is that time is working against you and every day of delay reduces your options.
When you need urgent help
The most time-critical migration situations are ART review deadlines (21 days from deemed receipt for most onshore refusals, 7 working days if in detention), NOICC response deadlines (usually 28 days), section 57 natural justice responses (timeframe varies but usually 14-28 days), bridging visa expiring with no plan in place, and visa cancellation with a short review window.
In all of these, the deadline is fixed by legislation or by the Department. Missing it closes off the relevant option permanently or makes the situation significantly harder to resolve.
Migration agent vs immigration lawyer
In Australia, registered migration agents (registered with the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority) can provide immigration advice, prepare visa applications, and represent you at the ART. For matters that go to the Federal Circuit Court or Federal Court, you need a lawyer admitted to practice.
Some migration agents are also lawyers. Some complex cases require both a migration agent for the immigration advice and a lawyer for any court proceedings.
Bullseye Consultant are registered migration agents. For matters requiring legal representation in court, they can refer you to an appropriate immigration lawyer.
How Bullseye Consultant can help
Amanpreet Bhangoo (MARN 1573884) and his agents handle urgent matters regularly. They can assess your situation quickly and take action within your deadline. Call (07) 3519 7009 now.
FAQ
Q: Do I need a lawyer or a migration agent?
For most visa matters including applications, refusals, NOICC responses, and ART reviews, a registered migration agent can handle your case. If your matter proceeds to court (Federal Circuit Court or Federal Court), you will need a lawyer.
Q: How quickly can you assess my case?
For urgent matters, Bullseye Consultant will prioritise your assessment. If you call with a deadline approaching, they will look at your case the same day or next business day.
