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What Is Bridging Visa C?
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What Is Bridging Visa C?
Bridging Visa C (subclass 030) is a temporary visa for people in Australia who have become unlawful but have already applied for a new substantive visa. It allows you to remain legally in the country while your new visa application is being decided.
You might need a bridge visa C if:
- Your last visa has expired
- You applied late for a new visa
- You are currently unlawful in Australia
- This visa doesn’t give you permanent residency but gives you a legal status while waiting for your new visa decision.
Who Can Apply for a Bridging Visa C?
You may be eligible to apply for a bridging c visa if:
You’re in Australia at the time of applying.
You are currently unlawful (i.e., your previous visa expired).
You have already lodged a valid application for another visa (substantive visa).
You haven’t previously been granted a Bridging Visa E.
Make sure your new visa application is already submitted before applying for a Bridging Visa C.
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Bridging Visa C Conditions
The bridging visa c conditions depend on your circumstances. Below are some common ones:
- You cannot leave and re-enter Australia on this visa.
- You don’t get work rights unless granted separately.
- It remains valid until your new visa is approved, refused, or withdrawn.
- You shouldn’t have held a Bridging Visa E since becoming unlawful.
- It’s important to check your visa grant notice to understand your exact visa conditions.
Bridging Visa C Processing Time
Bridging Visa C processing time can vary depending on your situation but it’s usually quick often processed within a few days or a couple of weeks.
However, if:
- You request work rights or
- Your case involves complex immigration history,
it could take longer. - There’s no government fee for most BVC applications.
difference between bridging visa a and c
Who Can Apply?
Bridging Visa A
Issued to people who apply for a new visa while still holding a valid visa.
Bridging Visa C
Issued to people who became unlawful (their visa expired) and then apply for a new visa.
Work Rights
Bridging Visa A
Work rights may be automatically included depending on your previous visa.
Bridging Visa C
No automatic work rights. You must apply separately and show special reasons (e.g., financial hardship).
Travel Rights
Bridging Visa A
Travel outside Australia is not allowed unless you get a Bridging Visa B.
Bridging Visa C
No travel outside Australia permitted while holding this visa.
How It’s Granted
Bridging Visa A
Usually granted automatically when you apply for a new visa on time.
Bridging Visa C
You need to apply separately for this visa after lodging a valid new visa application.
Previous Visa Status
Bridging Visa A
You held a valid visa when applying for another visa.
Bridging Visa C
You were unlawful (no valid visa) when applying for the new visa.
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frequently asked questions
You can learn more from our asked questions
No. You must be in Australia when you apply and when the visa is granted.
Most BVBs are single-entry. However, multiple-entry BVBs can be granted in exceptional circumstances. You’ll need to request it with strong justification.
Yes—if your previous visa allowed work, your BVB will inherit the same rights.
Only within the approved travel period mentioned in your visa grant notice. Overstaying that can invalidate your BVB.
You may not be allowed to re-enter Australia. You could be forced to apply for a Visitor Visa and might lose your main visa application.
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