Bridging Visas
Bridging visas allows individuals to remain legally in Australia while awaiting the decision on a substantive visa application or preparing to leave the country. These visas ensure continuity of lawful status, enabling holders to maintain compliance with immigration rules.
Bridging Visa A (BVA)
Granted automatically when you apply for a substantive visa while in Australia.
Allows you to stay lawfully until a decision is made on your substantive visa.
Typically permits work rights depending on the conditions of your previous visa.
Bridging Visa B (BVB)
For BVA holders who need to travel outside Australia temporarily.
Allows temporary departure and return while your substantive visa application is processed.
Validity typically matches travel requirements provided at the application.
Bridging Visa C (BVC)
Granted when applying for a substantive visa while not holding a substantive visa.
Does not allow for travel outside Australia.
Typically issued if applying without holding a valid visa.
Bridging Visa D (BVD)
Short-term bridging visa granted in specific circumstances where your substantive visa has expired.
Provides limited time to lodge a valid substantive visa application or make arrangements to leave Australia.
Bridging Visa E (BVE)
For individuals with no lawful status who are making arrangements to leave Australia or resolving immigration matters.
Often issued to unlawful non-citizens cooperating with immigration authorities.
May carry restrictions, including no work rights.
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