Bridging visa E

A bridging visa that helps people who are unlawful, or in limited circumstances, to remain lawful while they make arrangements to leave Australia or resolve their immigration status.

At a glance

Visa typeBridging

Keeps youLawful in Australia

ForResolving status / departure

TravelNot included

WorkOften limited

Our officeCanberra, ACT

Overview

Bridging visa E (subclass 050) is for people who are unlawful, or in certain limited situations, and need to stay lawful while they arrange to depart Australia, finalise a visa application, or pursue a review. It is often short-term, may carry conditions, and work rights are usually limited. Getting advice early is important because timeframes can be tight.

How the pathway works

The flowchart below shows the journey and the key decision points along the way. Where the answer is “no”, we show how AuzRoo can help you find another way forward.

What this visa lets you do

Stay lawfully in Australia in limited circumstances
Make arrangements to depart or resolve your status
Apply for limited work rights in some cases

Who can apply

To be granted this visa you generally need to meet all of the following. Every case is assessed on its own facts, so treat this as a guide rather than a checklist.

A limited or unlawful situation

This visa is for people who are unlawful or in specific limited circumstances.

A purpose

You are usually arranging to depart, finalising a visa application, or pursuing a review.

Conditions

Conditions often apply, and work rights are usually limited.

Act quickly

Timeframes can be short, so early advice is important.

How to apply, step by step

Seek advice immediately if you are unlawful or your visa is ending.
Apply for the Bridging visa E to become or stay lawful.
Explain your purpose whether departure, an application or a review.
Apply for work rights where the rules allow.
Follow the plan to resolve your status lawfully.

Costs and processing

Charges depend on your circumstances. Work-right requests may need supporting evidence. Government charges and processing times change and depend on your circumstances, so we confirm the current figures for your case during your consultation.

When you have the visa

Comply strictly with your conditions and act within any timeframes. This visa is often short-term, so keep in close contact with us to keep your status lawful.

Important: This page is general information only and is not personal migration advice. Points, age limits, occupation lists, charges and requirements change regularly. Confirm the current criteria for your situation in a consultation. No visa outcome can be guaranteed.

For more information on the current official requirements, read the Department of Home Affairs page for this visa. Click here →