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Bridging visa D (BVD) - Non-Applicant

Tourist Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1-3 days

Application Fee

Free

Stay Duration

5 days

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Official Information

Living in Australia

Cost of Living

1% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryA$67,200

Quality of Life

190/200

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Overview

The Bridging Visa D (Subclass 041) is an Australian emergency bridging status for unlawful non-citizens who are physically in Australia, hold no substantive visa, and cannot or will not apply for one at that time. It provides a brief window of lawful status to avoid the consequences of unlawful presence.

Valid for only 5 working days from grant, it carries no right to work (condition 8101) and no re-entry right if the holder departs. The application is free. It does not lead to permanent residence and typically precedes a Bridging Visa E (Subclass 050) if the holder needs more time to regularise their status.

This visa is ideal for individuals physically in Australia with no valid visa who need a short legal grace period to arrange departure or transition to a Bridging Visa E.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

5 days

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Australia

050 — Bridging visa E (BVE) - General

ValidityUntil specified event

Processing1-30 days

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be physically present in Australia.

Must not hold a substantive visa.

Must be unable or unwilling to apply for a substantive visa.

Must be in a situation where an authorised officer is not available to interview the applicant.

Must meet character requirements.

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed Form 1007.

Valid passport or official identification.

Evidence of current immigration status or lack thereof.

Explanation of why temporary lawful status is required.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Provides temporary lawful status for 5 working days.
Allows time to prepare for departure or to be granted a Bridging Visa E (BVE).
No application fee.
Helps maintain compliance while resolving immigration status.

Worth Knowing

Does not allow work.
Does not allow re-entry if you leave Australia.
Very short validity (5 working days).
Intended for those who cannot or do not wish to apply for a substantive visa.

Application Process

Complete Form 1007 (Application for a bridging visa D).

Lodge the application at an Australian Department of Home Affairs office.

Ensure you are in Australia at the time of application and grant.

Await the decision.

Application Forms

Form 1007

Application for a Bridging visa D

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Verified Claims (15)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps	Complete Form 1007 (Application for a bridging visa D).; Lodge the application at an Australian Depa…	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Dependent Visa	No	ahclawyers.com
Fees	Free	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Forms	Form 1007	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Included Nationalities	—	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Official Info	https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/bridging-visa-d-040-041	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Max Stay	5 working days	classic.austlii.edu.au
Max Stay Estimate	type: days, initialDays: 5	classic.austlii.edu.au

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