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Bridging Visas

The purpose of bridging visas is to provide lawful status for non-citizens who are currently dealing with other visa matters.

Bridging Visas are not substantive visas.

There are 7 bridging visas in Australia.

 

What is a Bridging visa?

A bridging visa is a temporary visa that allows a person to remain lawfully in Australia after their current substantive visa ends. A substantive visa is any visa which is not a bridging visa or a criminal justice visa or an enforcement visa.

Find out more about the different types of bridging visas and eligibility criteria below!

“BVA”

The bridging visa A is generally granted where there is an ongoing visa application or appeal.

“BVB”

The bridging visa B is granted when a BVA holder wishes to depart and re-enter within 3 months.

“BVC”

The bridging visa C is granted if the applicant does not hold a substantive visa.

“BVD”

The bridging visa D is granted for several days if an invalid application was made.

“BVE”

The bridging visa E is for unlawful non-citizens who have a pending matter in Australia.

“BVR”

The bridging visa R is granted in circumstances a person is pending removal.

“BVF”

The bridging visa F is used for woman trafficking cases.