Section 137RMigration Act 1958 (Cth)

Representations concerning cancellation etc.

(1) Before cancelling a person’s visa under section 137Q, the Minister must give the person a written notice:

(a) stating that the Minister proposes to cancel the visa; and

(b) inviting the person to make representations to the Minister concerning the proposed cancellation within:

(i) if the notice is given in Australia—28 days after the notice is given; or

(ii) if the notice is given outside Australia—70 days after the notice is given.

(2) The Minister must consider any representations received within that period.

(3) If the Minister decides not to proceed with the cancellation, the Minister must give the person written notice of the decision.

(4) A notice under subsection (1) or (3) must be given in the prescribed way.

Sourced from the Federal Register of Legislation at 26 May 2026. For the latest information on Australian Government law please go to https://www.legislation.gov.au. Verify the current text against the official source before relying on it.

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