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Finding yourself in an uncertain situation while waiting for your visa application to be processed? Parish Patience is here to guide you through the intricacies of the Bridging Visa A (BVA) in Australia, ensuring you maintain your legal status and peace of mind during the transition period. Let’s have a conversation and ensure the complete success of your BVA application. Contact our office today.
The Bridging Visa A (BVA) is a temporary visa granted to individuals who are already in Australia and have applied for a substantive visa but their current visa is about to expire. The BVA allows you to remain lawfully in Australia while your visa application is being reviewed and finalised. Here’s what the BVA allows you to do:
To be eligible for a Bridging Visa A, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Here are the steps that you need to follow for your Bridge Visa A Australia:
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If you don’t have one already, you need to create a free ImmiAccount online. This is now the only mode of application for this visa starting August 1, 2022.
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Collect all required documents for your application. Ensure that they are all accurate and complete.
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Upload all your requirements through ImmiAccount. These documents may include your passport, evidence of current visa status, new visa application, and character and health documents.
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After your application is lodged, you will be notified that your application is received. You will then wait until a representative from the Department Home Affairs will contact you about your application.
Visa Bridging A Australia applications are typically granted quickly if you meet all eligibility requirements. This could be within a few days or weeks. However, the processing time greatly depends on individual circumstances like the complexity of your case, or the volume of applications.
There is no application fee for this visa if you link this to your substantive visa application. However, if you are making this as a separate application from that of your substantive visa application there will be a fee of AUD$ 760.
Navigating the Bridging Visa A (BVA) process can be daunting, but with Parish Patience by your side it’s smooth sailing. We offer comprehensive support and solutions to ensure your application is flawless and meets all requirements. Our team can help you with the following:
Our lawyers at Parish Patience can thoroughly assess your situation, qualifications, and current visa status to confirm your eligibility for a BVA. This can help avoid application rejection due to overlooking crucial details.
If your case involves unique circumstances or additional visa applications, they can provide tailored advice and navigate potential complexities. At Parish Patience, we can guide you how to handle any changes in your situation that might affect your BVA application or eligibility.
Our expert immigration lawyers can help prepare a complete and accurate application, reducing the risk of errors or missing documents that could cause delays or rejection. They can assist in gathering documents and ensuring that they meet the required format and specifications.
If your case involves legal complexities or potential issues they can provide legal expertise and representation, protecting your rights and interests. If your BVA is rejected, they can advise you on appeal options to guide you through the appeals process.
Having an expert with you can reduce the stress and anxiety associated with your visa application. Our immigration lawyers can handle the intricacies of the application process, freeing up your time and energy.
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Thong and Marlene helped my partner gain permanent residency in Australia. We did the application ourselves but it turned out lots of information we needed to provide was missing. Thong and Marlene picked our case up and helped amend it. I really appreciate their help and guidance and look forward to contacting them again in the future. I am pleased by their efforts and professionalism.
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No, you cannot leave Australia on BVA. If you leave while it’s active, the visa cancels and you won’t be able to return unless you apply for a new visa outside Australia.
Yes, but this may be subject to specific conditions in your visa. However, this is not the definitive answer in all cases. You also need to check your previous visa type and its associated work rights and whether your BVA allows for a separate work rights application.
No, you cannot come back to Australia on a BVA. This visa only permits you to remain in Australia while waiting for a decision on your new visa application.
With the BVA, your benefits include:
• Legal stay: Avoids unlawful status while awaiting a new visa decision
• Work and income: Maintains work authorization depending on your visa conditions
• Medicare access: Potentially grants access to public healthcare depending on your visa conditions
• No visa gaps: Contributes to continuous residency pathways
While there is no fixed duration of this visa, you can stay on a BVA in Australia until you get a new visa decision granted or refused; you withdraw your new visa application; you leave Australia; or your current visa gets cancelled.