When you lodge a Partner Visa (subclass 820/801) application while in Australia, you may be granted a Bridging Visa to allow you to remain lawfully while your application is being processed. Read on for valuable insights into how bridging visas work in the partner visa context.
What Is a Bridging Visa?
A Bridging Visa is a temporary visa that allows you to stay in Australia lawfully while you wait for a decision on your substantive visa application. When you lodge an onshore Partner Visa application, you typically receive a Bridging Visa A (BVA).
When Does the Bridging Visa Activate?
Your Bridging Visa does not activate immediately upon grant. It remains dormant until your current substantive visa expires. At that point, the Bridging Visa activates and you continue to hold lawful status.
Work Rights on Bridging Visas
Most Bridging Visa A grants associated with Partner Visa applications include full work rights, allowing the holder to work in Australia without restrictions while waiting for their Partner Visa decision.
Travel on a Bridging Visa
What about the ability to travel on bridging visa? A standard Bridging Visa A does not permit re-entry to Australia. If you need to travel, you must apply for a Bridging Visa B before departing.It is important:
- to apply for a Bridging Visa B before any planned travel
- Ensuring you return before the BVB expiry date
- Understanding that travel without a valid travel-enabled bridging visa can affect your application
Checking Your Bridging Visa Conditions
Use VEVO cehck to cehck your:
Your bridging visa grant date
- – Work rights conditions
- – Any travel restrictions
- – The visa’s current status
Disclaimer: This is general advice only and may not apply to your specific circumstances. For personalised guidance on your visa application, please book a consultation with one of our registered migration agents.
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