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Form 1446: Withdrawal of a visa application
Form 1446 is used to formally withdraw a visa application submitted to the Department of Home Affairs. It should be used when you no longer wish to proceed with a visa application before a decision has been made.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form 1446 - Withdrawal of a visa application
Form 1446 is used to formally withdraw a visa application submitted to the Department of Home Affairs. It should be used when you no longer wish to proceed with a visa application before a decision has been made.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always include your correct visa application reference number to ensure the withdrawal is processed for the right application.
- 2Withdrawing after a decision has been made
- 3Not providing correct application reference details
- 4Failing to submit through the correct channel
- 5Not receiving confirmation of withdrawal
Plain English
This form lets you tell the Australian government you've changed your mind about a visa application you've submitted. Think of it as hitting the cancel button on your migration plans.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form as soon as you've decided to withdraw your visa application, before any decision is made on your application.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- When you've decided you no longer want to proceed with a visa application
- If you've submitted multiple applications and want to withdraw one
- When you want to cancel a visa application before a decision is made
- If you've made an error in your application and want to start fresh
- When you've been invited for a visa but no longer wish to proceed
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Visa refusal review
If your visa was already refused
✓ Check if the refusal decision is still under review period
Visa cancellation
If your visa has already been granted but you want it cancelled
✓ Check if your visa is still current
Change of address or details
If you need to update your contact details instead of withdrawing
✓ Confirm your details need updating, not withdrawal
New visa application
If you want to apply for a different visa instead of withdrawing
✓ Check if you're eligible for the new visa type
Migration agent appointment
If you need to appoint or change an agent
✓ Verify if you actually need to change agents or withdraw
Deadline or filing window
There is typically no strict deadline for withdrawing a visa application, but it should be submitted before a decision is made on your application to avoid unnecessary processing.
Before you submit
- 1Have your visa application reference number ready
- 2Verify your personal details match those on your original application
- 3Check that you're using the most current version of the form
- 4Ensure all required sections are completed
- 5Confirm the withdrawal is for the correct application
- 6Make sure you understand the implications of withdrawal
- 7Prepare to receive confirmation of withdrawal
How to file this form
- 1Locate your visa application reference number
- 2Access the form through ImmiAccount or download from the Department website
- 3Complete all required sections with accurate information
- 4Sign and date the form if required
- 5Submit through ImmiAccount or by mail to the appropriate processing center
- 6Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records
- 7Wait for confirmation that your application has been withdrawn
Known limitations
- 1Cannot be used to withdraw a visa that has already been granted
- 2May not be suitable for complex situations involving multiple applications
- 3Withdrawal does not guarantee refund of application fees in all cases
- 4Some visa types may have specific withdrawal procedures not covered by this form
- 5Cannot be used to appeal a visa decision
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Applicant
3 items
Your name exactly as shown in your passport.
Your date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY).
Passport number, country of issue, and expiry date.
Contact
1 items
Current residential address, postal address, email, and phone number.
Request
1 items
The visa, citizenship, or sponsorship request this form relates to.
Evidence
1 items
Certified copies of identity and other documents required for the request.
Declaration
1 items
Declare that the information is true and correct, then sign and date.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 1446 is the current version for withdrawing visa applications. Always check the Department of Home Affairs website for the most recent version before submitting.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the form is the most current version from the Department of Home Affairs website
- Check if any personal details sections have been updated
- Confirm if digital signature requirements have changed
- Ensure you're using the correct form for your visa subclass
- Check if there are any new supporting document requirements
- Verify if the processing timeframes have been updated
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm number: 1446 (confirmed in official source)
- SRCIssuing agency: Department of Home Affairs (confirmed in official source)
- SRCForm purpose: Withdrawal of visa applications (confirmed in official source)
- SRCSubmission method: ImmiAccount and/or mail (not confirmed in official source)
- SRCProcessing timeframes (not confirmed in official source)
- SRCFee refund policy (not confirmed in official source)
- SRCSpecific visa subclasses covered (not confirmed in official source)
- SRCDigital signature requirements (not confirmed in official source)
Common confusion points
Confusing withdrawal with cancellation of a granted visa
Not understanding that withdrawal doesn't automatically mean refund of fees
Thinking withdrawal can be done after a decision has been made
Using the wrong form number or version
Submitting through incorrect channels
Not providing complete application details
Assuming withdrawal has no impact on future applications
Not keeping records of the withdrawal submission
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