Can I Get Full Work Permission if I’m on a Bridging Visa E?
Holding on to a Bridging Visa E (BVE) (Subclass 050) without any work permission can interfere with daily life while waiting for a visa decision. BVE is commonly used as a bridge for individuals seeking lawful status while making arrangements to leave the country or during the resolution of a visa application or appeal. Typically, a BVE comes with specific restrictions, which could include a “no work” condition, a “no study” condition, and more.
How do I Get a Work Condition on a Bridging Visa E (BVE) (SC050)?
Whether you can work on a BVE depends largely on the conditions applied to your specific situation:
Some BVEs come with conditions that do not allow visa holders to have work rights. If your BVE has a “no work” condition, you are not allowed to engage in employment unless you apply for and are granted a change in condition.
In some circumstances, you are allowed to work, but restrictions might apply, such as limited hours or specific work types.
If you face financial hardship or your circumstances change, you may apply to have the “no work” condition lifted. You’ll need to engage with an immigration lawyer to assist to put together a legal submission to request for it. Additionally, you will also have to provide evidence of your financial hardship situation, such as and not limited to:
Medical reports
Eviction notices
Proof of dependents
The Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) considers applications on a case-by-case basis, evaluating the specific hardships and supporting evidence.
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How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
While full work permission may not be granted automatically with a BVE, it is possible to obtain it with professional assistance. For further clarification, consult with an immigration lawyer at Agape Henry Crux to assess your situation and receive professional guidance tailored to your circumstances. Our team of immigration lawyers work closely with two of our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law specialising in highly complex matters. You can schedule an appointment to seek professional legal advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.
We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If this isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.
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