Visitor visa cancellation

As a Tourist visa holder, you must meet character requirements set out by the Australian government, and remain of good character.

You may not meet the character requirements if:

• You have a substantial criminal record, that is if you have committed an offence and been sentenced to imprisonment of 12 months or more
• You have been convicted of a sexual offence involving a child
• You have been convicted of escaping from immigration detention
• You have committed an offence while you were in immigration detention, during an escape from immigration detention, or after an escape but before you were taken into immigration detention again
• You have been convicted of a domestic violence offence
• The Australian government considers you would pose a risk to the Australian community.

It is crucial to recognise that providing false or misleading information, whether intentionally or inadvertently, can lead to the cancellation of your visa, even after it has been granted. The Department possesses the authority and resources to conduct thorough checks and verifications to confirm the accuracy of the information you have provided during the visa application process. It is a common misconception to assume that the Department lacks the means to verify your details. On the contrary, they are well-equipped to scrutinise the information, ensuring the integrity of the visa program. Therefore, it is imperative to be entirely truthful and accurate in all your interactions with the Department, as any discrepancies can have serious consequences for your tourist visa and further visa applications.