Topic

Visa period FAQs

Australian immigration FAQs about visa period, with checked and reviewed dates.

Questions

9 FAQs tagged with this topic.

Bridging visas

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.

Temporary Graduate visas Subclass 485

Can family members be included in a subclass 485 visa, and what visa period and conditions apply?

Eligible family members can be included, but their criteria can affect whether the whole 485 application can be approved.

Student visas Subclass 500

Can I apply for one Student visa for packaged courses?

Yes. You may be able to apply for one Student visa covering two or more courses if the courses fit together and show reasonable study progression.

Visitor visas Subclass 601

How long does an ETA last, and what happens if my passport expires?

An ETA is generally linked to your passport and may allow multiple trips, but it can end earlier if the passport stops being valid.

Bridging visas

What does finally determined mean for a bridging visa?

Finally determined generally means the visa application has reached an endpoint under the migration rules, such as a grant, a refusal with no review pathway left, or completion of merits review.

Visitor visas Subclass 600

What happens if my Visitor visa has a stay limit or departure rule?

You must follow the stay period and any extra stay-limit rules on the visa grant. Going over the allowed period can create cancellation, bond, sponsor and future visa problems.

Bridging visas

What happens to my bridging visa if I withdraw my visa or review application?

Withdrawing the related visa or review application can cause the bridging visa to cease after a set period. The timing depends on the type of withdrawal and when the bridging visa was granted.

Student visas Subclass 590

What visa period, work and study rules apply to a subclass 590 Student Guardian visa?

The 590 visa period is usually linked to the student's visa and age, and the guardian is usually restricted from working and from studying for more than a limited period.

Bridging visas

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.