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How long is bridging visa B valid for?
12 months
A BVB can be granted for up to 12 months, though your requested period of travel should be consistent with your reasons for wanting to travel.
What type of visa is bridging visa A?
temporary visa
A Bridging visa A (BVA) is a temporary visa. It allows you to stay in Australia after your current substantive visa ceases and while your substantive visa application is being processed. It can be granted if you lodge an application in Australia for a substantive visa while you still hold a substantive visa.
How much does a bridging visa B cost?
Bridging Visa B (BVB) Fees:
| Base charge | $155 |
|---|---|
| Additional applicant Charge | $0 |
| Additional applicant Charge -18 | $0 |
Can I travel on bridging visa B?
If you currently hold a Bridging visa A, B or C, this will allow you to stay in Australia while your existing visa application or review is being processed. However, Bridging visa B holders will be denied entry to Australia until travel restrictions are lifted, unless an exemption applies.
Can I return to Australia with bridging visa B?
If you want to return to Australia in the future, you will need to apply for another visa to allow you to return. Bridging visa B applications continue to be processed. However, Bridging visa B holders will be denied entry to Australia until travel restrictions are lifted, unless an exemption applies.
How long does it take to get bridging visa B in Australia?
Unfortunately, the Australian Department of Internal Affairs currently does not provide an estimated processing time for bridging visas. That said, one week is considered normal to process a bridging visa application.
Can I get bridging visa B?
You are eligible for a bridging visa B if you: Hold or held previously a substantive visa. Hold or held a bridging visa A or bridging visa B. Have applied for a new substantive visa.
Can I work on bridging visa B in Australia?
Which bridging visas can you work with? Bridging A and B visas generally have the same work rights as the visa held when the main visa application was lodged, and in some cases full work rights will apply.
How long does a bridging visa B take to process?
The Bridging Visa B currently is $155 and there are no processing times for this visa. Typically it is granted within a few days of applying provided you are eligible for this visa.