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Bridging visa A room

Is a Bridging visa A a return-travel permission?

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Curated answer No. Home Affairs says an in-effect BVA ceases on departure and cannot be used to return. Its guidance distinguishes BVA from Bridging visa B travel permission. Official reference (checked 2026-09-30): https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/bridging-visa-a-010 (official reference, opens in a new tab) General information. No lawyer or registered migration agent reviewed this editorial answer.

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