Bridging Visas

Bridging visas are temporary visas that may allow a person to remain lawfully in Australia while another visa application, review matter or immigration process is being finalised. The type of bridging visa available will depend on the person’s current visa status, application history, location and individual circumstances.

Bridging visas can have different conditions attached to them, including work rights, travel restrictions, study conditions or reporting requirements. It is important to understand the conditions of a bridging visa carefully, as breaching those conditions may affect a person’s current status and future visa options.

Some bridging visa holders may need to apply separately for permission to travel, work rights or condition changes. Because bridging visa issues are often connected to pending applications, refusals, appeals or visa expiry dates, timely advice is important to avoid becoming unlawful or missing critical deadlines.