EMC Australia / Subclass 030
You applied without a full visa — often more limited than a BVA.
A BVC often applies when you did not hold a substantive visa when you applied, but the application can still be considered. Work rights are often more limited. Get advice before you apply from this position — especially if you have been unlawful, or a previous visa was refused.
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Official source: Department of Home Affairs – Bridging visa C (subclass 030)
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Who We Assist
Who We Assist
- You are applying in Australia without a substantive visa
- You were told you will get a BVC not a BVA
How it works
What this visa asks of you
These are the parts of this visa, in the order they usually matter.
Australia
The application has to be one you can make
Schedule 3 and unlawful time sit here. A BVC is not permission to ignore them.
Partner visas lodged without a substantive visa are a common BVC story — and a common Schedule 3 problem.
Read about The application has to be one you can make
How EMC works
How we help
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Apply, or do not
Sometimes the better advice is not to lodge from this position. We will say that.
What to Prepare
What to Prepare for Your Consultation
- When your last visa ended
- Any refusal
- The visa you want to apply for
Before you apply
Important Considerations Before Applying
- Work rights are often refused on BVC.
- Unlawful time still counts.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
BVA usually needs you to have held a substantive visa when you applied. If you did not, BVC is common.
Start with your situation.
You do not need to memorise the subclass. Book a consultation, or send a short note. MARN 1800335 · Level 14, 333 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000.
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This page is general information, not advice about your circumstances. Australian migration law changes. You should consult a Registered Migration Agent before you apply. EMC Australia is OMARA-registered (MARN 1800335).