Bridging Visa A Subclass 010

Overview

A Bridging visa A (subclass 010), commonly called a BVA, is a temporary visa that generally allows a person to remain lawfully in Australia after their current substantive visa ceases while an associated substantive visa application is being processed.

Many Bridging visa A applications arise automatically with an eligible substantive visa application, but a separate application can be needed in some circumstances. The grant notice and VEVO show when the BVA is in effect and which conditions apply.

Bridging Visa A Subclass 010 Requirements

The points below are a general orientation to the current government material. Meeting one item does not establish eligibility, and criteria can differ by stream or applicant circumstances.

• The applicant must be in Australia when applying and, if the criteria are met, when the visa is granted.
• A BVA does not provide a travel facility for leaving and returning to Australia.
• Work rights are not automatic and depend on the conditions attached to the granted BVA.
• The BVA may not come into effect until the current substantive visa or another bridging visa ceases.
• VEVO and the grant letter should be used to check status, effect dates and conditions.

Bridging Visa A Subclass 010 Document Checklist

Document planning can include passport and identity records, evidence of the associated substantive visa application or review, and evidence supporting any request to change work restrictions. The required method depends on how the associated application was lodged.

• Use the visa page's step-by-step instructions and any document checklist linked from it.
• Provide accurate, consistent information and clear colour scans of requested documents.
• Arrange English translations in the form required by the Department.
• Check whether health examinations, police certificates, biometrics, skills evidence or sponsor documents are requested.

How to Apply for Bridging Visa A Subclass 010

A BVA linked to an online substantive visa application is generally managed through ImmiAccount. The Department also provides a webform for specified paper-application or review circumstances. Travel should not be undertaken on the assumption that a BVA permits return to Australia.

• Confirm the correct visa and stream on the Department of Home Affairs website.
• Read every eligibility and step-by-step section that applies to the applicant and any family members.
• Use ImmiAccount for the application unless the official page instructs otherwise.
• Keep contact, passport and circumstances information current after lodgement.
• Read the written decision and, if granted, check all conditions in the grant letter and VEVO.

Bridging Visa A Subclass 010 Fees, Processing Times and Conditions

Visa charges can change and may include additional applicant charges, later instalments or separate costs. Use the official Visa Pricing Estimator for the intended lodgement date.

Published processing times describe recently decided applications and are a guide only. They are not a promise for an individual application. Check the official processing-time guide and respond promptly if the Department requests more information.

Visa conditions are legally significant and vary. A visa holder should use the grant letter and Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) to check the conditions attached to the granted visa.