What is a Bridging Visa R (BVR)?

The Bridging visa R (BVR) or Class WR visa is for people who are in immigration detention but their removal from Australia is not reasonably practicable. This allows them to be released from detention pending their removal.

When to Apply a Bridging Visa R?

A BVR cannot be applied for. They must have received a written invitation from the Minister to apply for the visa. Afterwards, the person must accept the invitation within 7 days. Upon acceptance, the ‘application’ is taken to have been made already. The Minister will then proceed to grant the visa.

Generally, people who have shown cooperation and meet the above circumstances may be referred for departmental assessment and the Minister for consideration.

What Conditions Do Bridging Visa R Contain?

The following conditions must be imposed on the BVR:

Not be involved in any violent or harming activities to Australian community
Must report at certain times to the Office of Immigration
Notify the Immigration at least 2 working days before any change in address
Notify Immigration their residential address within 5 working days of the grant
No material change in the circumstances the grant was based on
Must cooperate with removal from Australia

A number of other conditions may also be imposed depending on the case officer.

When will Bridging Visa R Expire?

The Bridging Visa R (Class WR) will cease immediately when the Minister gives notice to the holder in writing that their removal is now reasonably practicable, or if they have breached a visa condition.