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A merits review is time-sensitive, and the Tribunal application fee is separate from any professional fees. Applicants should understand both the cost and the deadline before deciding what to do. Current as at 12 August 2026.
ART processing figures can help with planning, but they describe previously finalised cases. They are not a promise about how long a current review will take. Current as at 12 August 2026.