
Administrative Review Tribunal Bill 2025: Major Changes for Visa Applicants
The Australian Government has introduced the Administrative Review Tribunal and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2025. This bill proposes significant changes in how the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) conducts its reviews. If enacted, certain visa applications could be decided based solely on written submissions, eliminating the need for oral hearings in most temporary visa cases. This shift carries important implications for visa applicants, legal practitioners, and the broader Australian migration system. What Is the Administrative Review Tribunal (ART)? The Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) began operations on 14 October 2024, replacing the former Administrative Appeals Tribunal. The ART is Australia’s federal body