Topic
Lawful status FAQs
Australian immigration FAQs about lawful status, with checked and reviewed dates.
Questions
4 FAQs tagged with this topic.
Can a bridging visa come back into effect after another visa ends?
Sometimes. A bridging visa can come back into effect if it only stopped being in effect because another visa came into effect and the bridging visa period has not ended.
Is a bridging visa a substantive visa?
No. A bridging visa is not a substantive visa, even though it is still a visa.
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.
When does a bridging visa come into effect and cease?
A bridging visa can be held before it is in effect. It usually comes into effect when the person no longer holds another visa that keeps them lawful, and it ceases when a specified event or date occurs.