Bridging Visa D
Amasha
April 9, 2025
4 min read
When Is a Bridging Visa D necessary?
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Unlawful Status: Provides a lawful stay in Australia for individuals with expired or canceled visas.
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Appeals or Immigration Issues: Ensures legal stay during the appeal or resolution process.
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Last Resort for Regularizing Status: Issued when other Bridging Visas are not suitable, especially for those applying for a visa without lawful status.
What are the key conditions attached to Bridging Visa D?
- Allows lawful stay in Australia while resolving immigration issues.
- Does not automatically grant work rights, but can be applied for if financial hardship is demonstrated.
- Travel restrictions: Cannot travel outside of Australia and return. If you leave, visa is canceled and new visa application will be required.
- Temporary nature: Designed to stay lawfully in Australia while resolving immigration issues.
- Limited rights: Does not automatically allow work or travel and is generally granted to those with unresolved immigration matters.
Considerations while applying for a Bridging Visa D in Australia:
- BVD is an online application.
- Current immigration status information is necessary.
- You must have a valid reason for being in Australia.
- The application must be submitted before the current visa expires or an illegal stay occurs.
- To prevent legal problems with overstaying in Australia, apply as soon as possible.
What happens after you apply for a BVD?
- Bridging Visa D is approved by the Department of Home Affairs.
- Both employment and travel are subject to restrictions.
- You cannot work- work rights must be applied for separately.
- If departing Australia, a new visa is needed to re-enter the country.
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