# Representations concerning cancellation etc.

> act-s137R — as in force on 2026-06-04 — C2026C00232 · Compilation No. 171 — https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026C00232/latest/text

137R 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.