Bridging Visas: Stay Legal in Australia
Remain lawfully in Australia while your visa is processed, appealed, or resolved.
How Maison Migration Can Help
Right Bridging Visa
BVA, BVB, BVC — we pick the best.
Urgent Applications
Last-minute or unlawful status.
Work Rights
Apply for permission to work.
Travel (BVB)
Leave & return safely.
Appeals & MI
Support for AAT or intervention.
PR Pathway
Bridge to permanent residency.
Bridging Visa Options – Full Breakdown
Bridging Visa A (BVA) – Subclass 010
Issued when you apply for a new visa while holding a valid one.
No travel
Work: Conditional
Bridging Visa B (BVB) – Subclass 020
Allows travel while waiting for a visa decision.
Travel allowed
Work: From BVA
Bridging Visa C (BVC) – Subclass 030
For unlawful non-citizens applying for a substantive visa.
Work: Hardship only
Bridging Visa D (BVD) – Subclass 040/041
Short-term (up to 5 days) for urgent action.
No work/travel
Bridging Visa E (BVE) – Subclass 050/051
Last resort for departure or final decision.
Work: Hardship only
Bridging Visa Application Fees
| Visa Type | Subclass | Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Bridging Visa A | 010 | FREE |
| Bridging Visa B | 020 | AUD 185 |
| Bridging Visa C | 030 | FREE |
| Bridging Visa D | 040 / 041 | N/A |
| Bridging Visa E | 050 / 051 | FREE |
Processing Times
Varies by case complexity and visa type.
Strategic Pathway
- Stay lawfully in Australia
- Work (if granted)
- Appeal or request Ministerial Intervention
- Bridge to permanent residency
Why Choose Maison Migration?
Expert Appeals
AAT, refusal, MI support.
Unlawful Recovery
Fix status fast.
Work Rights
Financial hardship applications.
Proven Results
Thousands kept legal.