Ashraf (Migration)

The Administrative Appeals Tribunal affirmed the decision to cancel the applicant's Subclass 500 (Student) visa. The dispute concerned allegations that the applicant provided incorrect information regarding their academic history in Pakistan, specifically concerning the timing of their studies and the authenticity of an official certificate, which was considered a "bogus document" under section 5 of the *Migration Act 1958*.

The Tribunal was required to determine whether the applicant had provided a bogus document and whether this constituted a ground for visa cancellation. The Tribunal also considered the exercise of discretion in relation to the cancellation, taking into account the applicant's Statement of Purpose and the role of an unscrupulous migration agent, while ultimately placing responsibility on the applicant for the accuracy of their application.

The Tribunal reasoned that the applicant had provided a document that was altered without authority, fitting the definition of a bogus document. Despite the applicant's claims about the migration agent's conduct, the Tribunal found that the applicant was responsible for the information provided in their visa application and for ensuring the authenticity of supporting documents. The Tribunal concluded that the applicant had breached their obligations under the *Migration Act 1958*, specifically in relation to providing a bogus document and potentially incorrect information.

The Tribunal affirmed the decision to cancel the applicant's visa.