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Form 1446: Withdrawal of a visa application
Form 1446 is used to withdraw a visa application that has been lodged with the Department of Home Affairs. You should use this form if you no longer want to pursue a visa application you have already submitted.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form 1446 - Withdrawal of a visa application
Form 1446 is used to withdraw a visa application that has been lodged with the Department of Home Affairs. You should use this form if you no longer want to pursue a visa application you have already submitted.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1If you withdraw your visa application while in Australia and you don't hold another visa, you may become an unlawful non-citizen and be subject to detention and removal.
- 2Not signing the form – it will be rejected.
- 3Submitting without including all applicants – each applicant must be listed.
- 4Withdrawing while in Australia without another valid visa – you may become unlawful.
- 5Sending to the wrong address – use the one in your acknowledgement letter.
Plain English
This form lets you withdraw a visa application you've already lodged with the Department of Home Affairs. You can use it if you're the applicant or if you're acting on someone else's behalf, like a migration agent or a parent or guardian for someone under 18. Once you withdraw, your application stops being processed, and you'll need to lodge a new one if you change your mind later. You don't have to give a reason, but the Department may use your reason to plan its work.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form as soon as you decide to withdraw your visa application. There is no specific deadline, but it should be done before the Department makes a decision 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
- Use this form to formally withdraw a visa application that you have already lodged.
- You can use this form if you are the visa applicant, or if you have written authority to act on behalf of the applicant (e.g., a migration agent).
- If multiple applicants lodged a combined application, each applicant must complete and sign their own withdrawal form.
- This form is not for withdrawing a visa that has already been granted – it only applies to applications that are still being processed.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
If you want to change your visa application details
These forms update your details without withdrawing the application.
✓ Check the specific form instructions on the Home Affairs website.
Form 1023 (Notification of incorrect answers) or Form 929 (Change of address)
If you want to cancel a visa that has already been granted
This is a separate process from withdrawing an application.
✓ Confirm you meet the cancellation requirements before applying.
Form 1247i (Application for cancellation of a visa)
If you want to apply for a new visa after withdrawing
Withdrawing your current application may affect your bridging visa or legal status.
✓ Check your visa conditions and seek advice if needed.
Use the relevant visa application form for the new visa
Deadline or filing window
There is no strict deadline, but you should withdraw before the Department makes a decision. If you're in Australia, be aware that withdrawing may affect your current visa status.
Before you submit
- 1Complete all required sections of the form, including applicant details and the reason for withdrawal (optional but recommended).
- 2Sign and date the declaration in Part E. If the applicant is under 18, a parent or guardian must sign.
- 3If you are an authorised agent, include your Migration Agent Registration Number (MARN) or Offshore Agent ID.
- 4Attach any supporting documents if needed (e.g., evidence of authority to act on behalf of the applicant).
- 5Submit the form either online through ImmiAccount (if you have one) or by mail to the relevant processing centre.
- 6If mailing, send to the address provided in your application acknowledgement letter, or to your nearest Home Affairs office if no specific centre is listed.
- 7Keep a copy of the completed form for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Check if you are eligible to withdraw: you must be the visa applicant, or have written authority to act on their behalf (e.g. migration agent, parent/guardian for someone under 18).
- 2Complete Part C (Applicant details) for each person withdrawing their visa application. Fill in their Client ID, name, date of birth, passport number, nationality, and current address.
- 3Complete Part D (Reason for withdrawal) if you wish to provide a reason. This is optional, but the Department may use the information.
- 4Complete Part B (Details of authority) if you are withdrawing on behalf of another person. Provide your family name, given names, organisation (if any), address, and contact details. If you are a registered migration agent, include your MARN.
- 5Sign and date the declaration in Part E. Every applicant (or their parent/guardian/authority) must sign and date. If you are signing on behalf of someone under 18, note that.
- 6Submit the form: attach it to your ImmiAccount if you lodged online, or send it to the processing centre that sent you the acknowledgement letter. If you don't know the address, send it to your nearest Department of Home Affairs office.
Known limitations
- 1This form cannot be used to withdraw a visa that has already been granted – it only applies to pending applications.
- 2Withdrawing your application may have consequences for your current bridging visa or legal status in Australia. Seek advice if you are unsure.
- 3The form must be completed in English. If you need help, you may use a registered migration agent.
- 4If you are withdrawing on behalf of someone else, you must have written authority to do so.
- 5The Department may still process your application if the withdrawal is not properly completed or signed.
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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->This is the current version of Form 1446, with a design date of 07/17. It is used to withdraw a visa application with the Department of Home Affairs.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Ensure you are using the latest version of Form 1446 (design date 07/17). Older versions may not be accepted.
- Check that all sections are completed – Part A (applicant details), Part B (authority details if applicable), Part C (applicant details), Part D (reason for withdrawal), and the declaration.
- Verify that all applicants listed in the original application are included in Part C, if applicable.
- Confirm that the form is signed and dated by the correct person (applicant, parent/guardian, or authorised agent).
- Review the form for any missing information or signatures before submitting.
Quick Facts
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Sources
- SRCForm 1446 design date 07/17confirmed from page 1 of the form.
- SRCLegal basis: Section 49 of the Migration Act 1958confirmed from page 1.
- SRCWho can withdraw: applicant or authorised personconfirmed from page 3.
- SRCMultiple applicants: each must give written noticeconfirmed from page 1.
- SRCUnder 18: parent or guardian must signconfirmed from page 6.
- SRCSubmission options: ImmiAccount or mail to processing centreconfirmed from page 1.
- SRCRefund note: not automaticconfirmed from page 6.
- SRCBridging visa impact: not explicitly stated in the form, but implied by legal contextnot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Who needs to sign: Each applicant must sign their own form. A parent/guardian signs for applicants under 18.
Authorised agents: If you are a migration agent, you must include your MARN or Offshore Agent ID and sign in the correct section.
Multiple applicants: If you lodged a combined application, each person must submit their own Form 1446 – one form cannot cover all applicants unless each signs separately.
Reason for withdrawal: The reason is optional, but providing it may help the Department process your request faster.
Where to submit: The form can be lodged online via ImmiAccount or by mail. Sending to the wrong address may delay processing.
Effect on bridging visa: Withdrawing your application may automatically cancel your associated bridging visa. This is a common oversight.
Refund of application fee: Withdrawing does not guarantee a refund. The form states that a refund is not automatic.
Using an old version of the form: The Department may reject outdated forms. Always download the latest version from the official website.
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