Bridging visas

A bridging visa lets you stay lawfully in Australia while another visa application or review is decided.

What to do

• Check your bridging visa grant notice for its type, conditions and when it ends.
• Work and study conditions differ by type. Breaking a condition can put the visa at risk.
• If a bridging visa is ending and you have no other pending application, act early, because options narrow quickly.

Documents to gather

• Bridging visa grant notice
• Your VEVO check
• Your pending application or review details
• Letters from the Department

Common questions

How long does a bridging visa last?

Until your application or review is finally determined, and often a short period after. Your notice states the details.

Can I work on a bridging visa?

It depends on the type and conditions. Check your grant notice or VEVO.

Registered agents near you

Enter your postcode to see the three closest registered migration agents on the public register. 4,846 agents are listed in Australia.

Other matters

A refusal letter explains why the delegate was not satisfied. It is not the end, but time limits are short.A cancellation can be a notice that cancellation is being considered, or a final decision. Which one you have changes what you can do.Section 501 lets the Minister or a delegate refuse or cancel a visa when a person does not pass the character test.A Protection visa is for people who fear serious harm if they return to their home country and who are in Australia.Student visa refusals often turn on genuine student requirements, financial capacity or English evidence.Skilled visa refusals often relate to skills assessments, points claims, English or nomination issues.Visitor visa refusals often relate to doubts about whether you will leave Australia or have enough funds.Citizenship refusals commonly relate to residence requirements, identity or character.Employer-sponsored visas depend on both the employer and the worker meeting requirements.The Administrative Review Tribunal reviews many visa decisions. Time limits are strict.

General information, not legal or migration advice. Rules, fees and deadlines change and every case is different. Check your own letters and speak to a registered migration agent or Australian legal practitioner before you act. Visa Wizard is not affiliated with the Department of Home Affairs, the Administrative Review Tribunal or OMARA.