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🔗 Bridging Visas (010–051)
Bridging Visas (BVs) are temporary visas that allow individuals to remain lawfully in Australia while their substantive visa application is being processed, during reviews or appeals, or while they make arrangements to depart Australia. Different Bridging Visas apply to different situations, providing essential legal protection for people awaiting visa decisions.
At Edvise Matrix, we help clients understand their Bridging Visa options and maintain lawful status during uncertain times.
🎯 About Bridging Visas (010–051)
✔️ Temporary visas to maintain lawful status between substantive visas
✔️ Different types apply depending on your situation:
| Bridging Visa Type | Purpose |
| BVA (010) | Stay in Australia while your new visa is being processed |
| BVB (020) | Travel overseas and return while awaiting a visa decision |
| BVC (030) | Stay lawfully in Australia if you’ve overstayed but are applying for a new visa |
| BVD (040) | Granted in limited situations to resolve status |
| BVE (050/051) | Stay lawfully if your substantive visa has expired or been cancelled, often used during appeals or final departure arrangements |
🎯 How Edvise Matrix Can Help
We assist with:
✔️ Determining the correct Bridging Visa for your situation
✔️ Preparing accurate, compliant applications
✔️ Advising on work rights, travel conditions, and obligations
✔️ Supporting clients during appeals or complex immigration matters
Maintaining lawful status in Australia is essential. Let Edvise Matrix guide you through the Bridging Visa process with confidence and care.
Contact us today for expert advice on your Bridging Visa options.
| Visa Type | Primary Purpose | Travel Rights | Work Rights | Processing Time (Estimates) | Application Fee |
| Bridging Visa A (BVA – 010) | Stay in Australia while a new visa application is processed | No (unless granted separately) | Possible, depends on individual circumstances | 1 – 2 weeks | Free |
| Bridging Visa B (BVB – 020) | Travel overseas and return while awaiting a visa decision | Yes, for approved travel period | Possible, depends on individual circumstances | 1 – 2 weeks | $180 |
| Bridging Visa C (BVC – 030) | Stay if you overstayed but applied for a new visa | No | Possible, depends on individual circumstances | 1 – 3 weeks | Free |
| Bridging Visa D (BVD – 040) | Resolve immigration status issues in specific situations | No | Limited or no work rights | Varies based on situation | Free |
| Bridging Visa E (BVE – 050/051) | Stay lawfully after visa expiry or cancellation, often during appeals | No (exceptions for compassionate grounds) | Possible, subject to application or compassionate grounds | Several weeks, longer for complex cases | Free |