Case Details
- [2025] ARTA 995
- Class BB Subclass 155 – Five Year Resident Return Visa
- Administrative Review Tribunal
- The Tribunal affirmed the delegate’s decision to cancel the visa.
At a glance
A long-term Indonesian resident lost his Resident Return visa after a serious drug conviction. The Tribunal found his risk of reoffending and the seriousness of the offence outweighed family ties and hardship factors.
Facts summary
The applicant, an Indonesian citizen, had lived in Australia for more than 20 years with close family. His Resident Return visa was cancelled after a serious drug offence. Although the Tribunal acknowledged his long residence and strong family ties, it ultimately decided that protecting the community was more important and upheld the cancellation.
Decision
The Tribunal affirmed the cancellation, finding the offence was very serious, the risk of reoffending was not tolerable, and community expectations weighed against him, despite his long residence and family in Australia.
Why it matters
This case shows that even long residence and family ties may not prevent visa cancellation where serious drug offences are involved. The Tribunal gives priority to protecting the community and meeting community expectations.
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Disclaimer
General information only — not legal advice. This case note summarises a public decision and is anonymised for privacy. Outcomes depend on individual facts, current law and policy. For advice about your situation, please seek a consultation.