Can you apply for a partner visa while on a bridging visa?

Bridging Visa C This visa will usually be issued to you if you lodge an application for a partner visa while you’re already on a bridging visa. It does not allow you to travel outside of the country and return, and is usually granted without work rights.

Can you apply for a partner visa while in Australia?

The requirements to apply for a partner visa to remain in Australia. The Onshore Partner Visa is also known as the Subclass 820/801 visa. It can only be applied for when the applicant is in Australia and there are no conditions or restrictions preventing them from applying for another visa while in Australia.

What are bridging visas?

A Bridging Visa A (BVA) allows you to stay in Australia after your current substantive visa has expired and while your substantive visa application is being processed. It can be granted if you apply in Australia for a substantive visa while you are still using a current substantive visa.

Can bridging visa C apply for bridging visa B?

Can I Apply for a Bridging Visa B if I have a BVC? If you hold a bridging visa C, you are not eligible to switch to a bridging visa B so you can travel. Only holders of a bridging visa A can apply for a BVB if they want to freely leave and return to Australia.

Can I leave Australia while waiting for partner visa?

While bridging visas let you remain in Australia lawfully, only a Bridging visa B (BVB) will let you leave and re-enter Australia while you wait for a decision.

Can I work in Australia while waiting for partner visa?

You must continue to meet the conditions of your visitor visa whilst is in effect. Once your visitor visa expires, you will be on the BVA associated with your lodged partner visa and you can work full time. Another handy tip is that you can enrol in Australia’s Medicare system as soon as your partner visa is lodged.

What is a partner visa for Australia?

(Subclasses 820 and 801) Partner visa (apply in Australia) Allows the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. You apply for the temporary and the permanent partner visas together.

What is a bridging visa for Australia?

A bridging visa is a temporary visa that allows you to remain in Australia legally whilst you are awaiting a decision to be made on your partner visa application.

Can my partner live in Australia if I am a citizen?

Allows the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. You apply for the temporary and the permanent partner visas together. In most circumstances, you must be the spouse (married) or de facto partner of an: Australian citizen.

Can I apply for a bridging visa for my partner?

Bridging Visas for Partner Visas. If you apply for a partner visa onshore, you will be granted a bridging visa as long as you are not unlawful.