Appeals against refusals
A refusal is not always the end. We read the decision with you and look for the best way forward, without missing the deadlines.
What it involves
An appeal against an immigration refusal is the way to ask for a review of a decision that has said no to you: an arraigo, a renewal, family reunification or any other permit. Sometimes the authorities make mistakes, assess your documents wrongly or fail to take something important into account. The deadlines to appeal are short.
Is this your case?
- Your arraigo has been refused and you believe you met the conditions.
- Your renewal has been refused and your card has already expired.
- The decision says a document is missing that you did submit.
- You don't understand the reasons for the refusal or what you can do now.
How we help
We read the decision and your file to understand why you were refused. Then we explain your options clearly: appeal, provide what was missing or submit a new application through another route. If appealing is the best option, we draft the appeal and submit it within the deadline. If necessary, we take the case to court. We can help you in Spanish, Arabic, Tamazight, French and English, at our offices in Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Málaga and Barcelona or online, wherever you are in Spain.
Depending on the case, the route goes through administrative appeals or through judicial review appeals before the court.
Frequently asked questions
- Is it better to appeal or to apply again?
- It depends on the reason for the refusal. If the authorities made a mistake, it usually makes sense to appeal; if something really was missing, it is sometimes quicker to submit a new, well-prepared application. We decide with you after reading the decision.
- What do I do if I receive a refusal and don't understand it?
- Keep it, write down the day you received it and contact us as soon as possible, because the deadline to appeal starts from the date of notification. We explain what it says and what you can do.
- If my renewal is refused, am I left without papers?
- Not always immediately, but your situation can become complicated. Appealing in time or finding another route can help you keep or recover your residence. We review it based on your case.
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