Section 73Migration Act 1958 (Cth)

Bridging visas

If the Minister is satisfied that an eligible non‑citizen satisfies the criteria for a bridging visa as prescribed under subsection 31(3), the Minister may grant a bridging visa permitting the non‑citizen to remain in, or to travel to, enter and remain in Australia:

(a) during a specified period; or

(b) until a specified event happens.

Note: A bridging visa may be granted to an eligible non‑citizen on application, or without an application, made by the eligible non‑citizen (see section 45).

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