The Bridging Visa A (BVA) is a temporary visa issued by the Australian government to people who have applied for another visa but are waiting for the outcome. It allows them to remain in Australia while their application is being processed. In some cases, it is possible to apply for a new visa while on a Bridging Visa A. This article will discuss the eligibility requirements and the process of applying for a new visa while on a BVA.
Applying for a New Visa
In order to apply for a new visa while on a Bridging Visa A, the individual must meet certain requirements. First, they must have applied for a new visa before the expiration of their BVA. Second, they must have valid travel documents and be able to show that they are in Australia lawfully. Third, they must have complied with any conditions of the BVA, such as not working in certain occupations or leaving Australia.
Once the individual has met these requirements, they can apply for a new visa. The process involves submitting an application form, providing relevant documents and paying the visa application fee. It is important to note that while the individual is on a BVA, they are not eligible for any services or concessions provided by the government, such as Medicare or Centrelink.
While on Bridging Visa A
There are certain restrictions that apply to individuals on a BVA. For example, they are not allowed to work or study. They are also not eligible for any government services or benefits. Additionally, they are not allowed to leave Australia unless they have a valid visa to re-enter. It is also important to note that a BVA does not give the individual any rights to remain in Australia indefinitely.
It is important to remember that the BVA is a temporary visa and the individual must apply for a new visa before their BVA expires. If they do not, they may be liable for deportation. The individual should also ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements for the visa they are applying for, as their application may be refused if they do not.
In conclusion, it is possible to apply for a new visa while on a Bridging Visa A, provided that the individual meets the eligibility requirements and complies with the conditions of the BVA. It is important to remember that the BVA is a temporary visa and the individual must apply for a new visa before it expires, as they may be liable for deportation if they do not.
The Australian Department of Home Affairs outlines a range of different visa types, and these visas may have different eligibility criteria and conditions. A bridging visa is one type of visa, and it allows a person to remain lawfully in Australia pending a decision on a substantive visa application.
But what happens if a person has already been granted a bridging visa but then wishes to lodge a further application for a different visa? Can they remain in Australia lawfully, and apply for a second visa type?
Yes, it is possible for a person on a bridging visa to make a further application for a different visa type. In this situation, the person must hold a bridging visa A, B, or C at the time of applying for the new visa.
The following criteria must also be met:
• The visa applicant must have yet to receive a decision on their existing bridging visa.
• The visa applicant must not have had their substantive visa application refused or cancelled before they applied for the bridging visa.
• The visa applicant must not have breached any conditions of their bridging visa, such as travelling outside of Australia, or engaging in unlawful activities.
If the applicant meets these criteria, then they may be granted a bridging visa that allows them to stay in Australia pending a decision on their further visa application.
There are, however, some circumstances in which a person may not be able to apply for a new visa while on a bridging visa. A person who has had their substantive visa application refused or cancelled due to non-compliance or misinformation, for example, may not be granted a further bridging visa. They may need to leave Australia before applying for a new visa.
The Department of Home Affairs provides guidance on these cases on its website. It is important to read and understand all guidance material before applying for another visa while on a bridging visa. This is to ensure that the visa applicant is eligible and that they meet all the relevant criteria and conditions.
Overall, it is possible for a person on a bridging visa to apply for another visa. But it is important to be aware of the criteria that must be met, and to double-check the conditions of the bridging visa before proceeding with a further visa application.
