Visa refusal appeal support for international students

What is included

• Refusal-letter dissection: the exact statutory ground cited (INA §214(b), Appendix V, or IRPA s.11)
• Identification of the specific evidence the officer doubted — finances, ties, study plan, or documentation
• New-evidence checklist: what documents to gather, correct, or strengthen before reapplying
• Cross-check of your new Statement of Purpose against the prior refusal to avoid contradictions
• Draft reapplication or appeal letter addressing each element the officer flagged
• Link to the relevant SOP-after-refusal template for your jurisdiction
• Optional live consultation (Enhanced tier) to plan reapplication strategy with a US-licensed attorney

Pricing — compare all tiers

Full refund terms at /refund-policy/.

How it works

1. Upload your refusal letter, prior application, and any new evidence via the intake form.
2. We confirm scope and match you to the reviewer for your jurisdiction.
3. Your reviewer analyses the refusal ground, checks your new evidence, and drafts a reapplication strategy.
4. You receive the annotated refusal dissection, new-evidence checklist, and draft reapplication letter.

Who reviews your case

US immigration matters are reviewed by Denise Platter Cabrera (CA Bar #298948), a US-licensed attorney. UK and Canada matters are reviewed editorially by MyCaseworks staff against published UKVI and IRCC requirements. Attorney-review programs for UK and Canada are under development; until those programs launch, UK and Canada cases receive editorial verification, not legal advice.

Frequently asked questions

Can you guarantee my visa will be approved after your review?

No. A review improves the quality of your resubmission by identifying weaknesses in your evidence and helping you address the refusal ground. It does not guarantee approval. The consular or visa officer makes the final decision based on the law, your evidence, and their discretion.

What if my US F-1 was refused under INA §214(b)?

INA §214(b) presumes immigrant intent. The officer found your ties to your home country insufficient. Our review identifies which specific evidence was weak — finances, employment ties, family obligations, or property — and helps you strengthen those elements in a new application. We also cross-check your new Statement of Purpose against the prior refusal to avoid contradictions. See the SOP-after-refusal template for US F-1.

What if my UK Student Route was refused for financial maintenance?

UKVI requires funds held for 28 consecutive days ending no more than 31 days before application. Common reasons for refusal: unexplained large deposits, funds dipping below the threshold during the 28-day period, or a CAS that does not match financial documents. Our review checks your bank statements against Appendix V requirements and flags any gap. See the SOP-after-refusal template for UK Student Route.

What if my Canadian study permit was refused under IRPA s.11?

IRPA s.11 gives officers broad discretion to refuse if they are not satisfied you will leave Canada at the end of your studies. Common sub-grounds: an unclear study plan, insufficient financial proof, or weak ties to your home country. Our review helps you name the exact program, faculty, and research facility, and document a specific, dated post-graduation plan. See the SOP-after-refusal template for Canada.

Is this legal advice?

No. For US matters, the Essential tier includes document review by a US-licensed attorney, but this is document-specific guidance, not retained legal representation. For UK and Canada matters, review is editorial-only: we check your documents against published government requirements and flag gaps, but we do not provide legal advice. For case-specific legal advice, retain a licensed immigration attorney in your destination jurisdiction.

How soon should I reapply after a refusal?

It depends on what has changed. Reapplying with the same evidence usually produces the same result. Wait until you have new or stronger evidence that directly addresses the refusal ground. For US F-1 refusals under INA §214(b), there is no mandatory waiting period, but rushing a weak reapplication can damage credibility. For UK Student Route, you can reapply as soon as you have corrected the CAS or financial evidence. For Canada, there is no waiting period, but a new application should show material change.