Character & PIC Issues

Overview

Character and public interest criteria require precise disclosure and evidence.

Character concerns and public interest criteria can affect visa applications, cancellations and review matters. The relevant test, procedural stage and evidence must be identified before a response is prepared.

How we can help

Advice tailored to the criterion in issue.

• Identify the applicable character or public interest criterion
• Review disclosure obligations and prior answers
• Prepare supporting evidence and submissions
• Coordinate the issue with the wider migration strategy

Matters we assist with

Issues that may require detailed explanation.

• Criminal charges, convictions and sentencing history
• Character test concerns
• Identity, information and document issues
• Health-related public interest criteria
• Prior non-compliance or adverse immigration history

Our approach

Accurate disclosure supported by relevant context.

1. 01

   Establish the complete factual history

2. 02

   Identify the statutory issue and decision stage

3. 03

   Gather reliable primary records

4. 04

   Prepare a direct, consistent and evidence-based response

Documents & information

Records depend on the issue raised.

• Department notices and correspondence
• Police, court or sentencing records where relevant
• Health or identity documentation where relevant
• Evidence of circumstances, conduct and rehabilitation
• Complete visa and disclosure history

Why Trinity Visa

Careful preparation for sensitive matters.

We approach sensitive histories without judgement, test the record for consistency and focus the response on the criterion the decision-maker must apply.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about character and PIC matters.