# Bridging visas

> act-s73 — as in force on 2026-06-04 — C2026C00232 · Compilation No. 171 — https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026C00232/latest/text

73 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).