When your application has been refused
Appeals against administrative refusals
Legal assistance when an application has been refused by a decision of the authorities: we review the decision and pursue the appeal or the most suitable route.
Is this the right option for you?
It is designed for people who have received a refusal from the Immigration Office, the Large Companies and Strategic Groups Unit (UGE-CE), a consulate or another government body, including if they started the procedure on their own or with another professional.
We review the decision and design the right legal strategy to defend your rights.
The deadlines to appeal are short: it is best to act as soon as you receive the notification.
Main requirements
These are the essential requirements. The specific documents may vary depending on your nationality, your personal situation and changes in the law.
Administrative appeal for reconsideration
One month from notification of the decision to file it with the same body that issued it (recurso de reposición).
Judicial review
Two months from notification to take the case to the administrative courts.
Real reason for the refusal
Reading the decision to identify the reason for the refusal, because the strategy depends on it.
Evidence and arguments
Gathering the documents and legal grounds that counter the reason for the refusal.
Alternatives
Sometimes, filing a new application through another route is more effective than appealing.
Notifications
We also check whether notifications were served correctly, because the deadlines depend on it.
Strategy
We consider with you an appeal, a new application or another route before acting.
How can we help?
- Initial eligibility review.
- Immigration strategy.
- Personalized checklist.
- Legal review of your documents.
- Preparing and filing your application.
- Follow-up with the authorities.
- Responding to requests for documents where applicable.
- Assistance with the steps after approval.
Usual documents
- The refusal decision.
- The application filed and its documents.
- New documents that counter the reason for the refusal.
- Proof of the date of notification.
The final documents will depend on the applicant’s personal circumstances, nationality and the applicable procedure. After the initial review you will receive a personalized checklist.
Tell us about your situation
We will review your case and explain which route may fit your circumstances.
The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration requirements may vary depending on the applicant’s personal circumstances and the legislation in force at the time of the application.