Visa category
Bridging visas FAQs
Bridging visas frequently asked questions for Australian immigration, with official source links and review dates.
Questions
5 published FAQs in this category.
Can family members be included in a bridging visa application?
Sometimes. Family members may be able to combine their bridging visa applications, but each person usually still needs to meet the criteria for the bridging visa.
Can section 48 or a no further stay rule stop me applying for a bridging visa?
Usually no. Section 48 and no further stay rules do not usually stop you from making a valid bridging visa application, because a bridging visa is not a substantive visa.
Is a bridging visa a substantive visa?
No. A bridging visa is not a substantive visa, even though it is still a visa.
What are the main types of bridging visas?
The main bridging visa types are Bridging A, B, C, D, E, F and R. Each type is used for different immigration situations.
What is a bridging visa for?
A bridging visa is usually a temporary visa that helps a person stay lawfully in Australia while another immigration matter is being processed or resolved.