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Why MATES visa for Indian graduates (subclass 403) applications from India get refused

The grounds on which the MATES visa for Indian graduates is refused for Indian applicants, and what to do after a refusal.

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The grounds we see most

  1. 1

    Institution not on the specified NIRF list or graduation outside the window

  2. 2

    Field of study not eligible

  3. 3

    English below the threshold

Offshore refusals of student and tourist visas have no tribunal review. The path is a Freedom of Information request for the decision record, then a file that fixes the evidence gap.

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Questions

Can I appeal a refused subclass 403 from India?+

Offshore refusals of student and tourist visas have no merits review. Sponsored family visitor and partner visas carry a review right exercised by the Australian sponsor. For most Indian applicants the path is understanding the reasons and reapplying with a stronger file.

How do I see the officer's full reasons?+

Request your file under the Freedom of Information Act 1982. Personal records are free and the department must decide within 30 days.