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Subclass 010

Bridging visa A (BVA)

This temporary visa generally allows you to stay in Australia after your current substantive visa ceases and while your new substantive visa application is being processed.

Overview

​​​From 1 August 2022, the option to apply for a Bridging visa A (BVA), B (BVB) and C (BVC) in-person or via a paper form will no longer be available.

Applications for a Bridging visa A, B or C mu​​st be made online via ImmiAccount or the online webform​.​

Stay

Temporarily

Cost

Free

Processing times

There are no processing times available for this visa.

With this visa, you can:

  • stay lawfully in Australia until your substantive visa application is finally determined, or where granted in association with judicial review, until those proceedings are completed
  • work, if you meet the requirements for work

You must:

  • be in Australia when you apply
  • if you meet all the eligibility requirements, be in Australia at time of grant

Help with your visa

If you are getting help with your visa, before you pay someone, read information on Who can help with your visa application.