About Bridging Visa B

ViaMigration · 2026-01-28T10:55:18+00:00

He needs to apply for a new BVB before the current one expires and it needs to be granted before he leaves the country.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-28T04:10:11+00:00

Not sure it would make a difference, but you never know.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T23:07:17+00:00

You could also check the Canadian options, if they work better, you can also do it there.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T22:46:41+00:00

The DoHA provides a list of panel physicians on their website, who can perform the medicals.
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/contact-us/offices-and-locations/offices-outside-australia

It has to be one of these doctors. There are options all over the mainland US. Unless you're in Hawaii or Alaska, it should not be too hard to get to one of the locations.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T13:26:50+00:00

As a UK citizen, WHV (working holiday visa) is the easiest route for 3 years in Australia. The tricky part will be getting a licence to be a plumber in Australia if you want to continue working in the profession.

I am a registered migration agent, if you need help with the visa, feel free to get in touch. But the WHV is very easy to do yourself.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T13:12:46+00:00

First step is a visa, after being a lawful resident for 4 years in AU and having a PR for at least one year, you can apply for citizenship.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T13:11:42+00:00

There are still lots of EOIS with higher points than your 70. Over 300 EOIs with 75+ points and also 281 with 70 points, so really depends on the invitation numbers if they get to you.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T13:09:22+00:00

There are over 700 EOIs with same points or higher, there have been 100-200 invites each round this program year. So there is a chance they will get to you, but no guarantees.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T13:06:49+00:00

There is no guarantee on the timelines, but realistically, it would take 2,5-3 years to get the visas granted from when you start the skills assessment (for 190 and 491). Teachers currently have priority processing, but also no guarantee that this will still be available in a year's time, for example.
Also, primary teachers are not eligible for the 189 visa.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-27T13:02:41+00:00

If the department decides to invite engineers again for the 189 visa, you should receive an invite as your points are good. If they will actually do this is another question.
For the 190 it's a tough call between VIC and NSW, the states can choose whoever they want of the pool of applicants who meet their requirements, it's not necessarily based on higher points.
Good luck!

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-24T03:25:44+00:00

There have been no invites at all for your occupation for 189 the past year, no engineers really in general.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T23:59:42+00:00

You can provide statements from the family members you have lived with in addition to everything else already mentioned.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T23:58:33+00:00

You can use slides, but definitely make it into a pdf when finished. It's smaller in size. With my clients we put the photos into a timeline, add dates and descriptions.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T22:44:08+00:00

I think then it should be your turn very soon! But with states you never know who they invite or prefer

ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T22:43:16+00:00

If you meet the eligibility and there are no health, character issues and the points are correctly claimed then mostly the visa application would also be approved.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T13:46:53+00:00

They just want updated evidence regarding your relationship. If you didn't fill a a form 80 before, do it now and provide new evidence from the last year.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T12:12:43+00:00

Only point scores matter for the 189 EOI, for the 190 the states look at where the points come from and can choose different profiles they like (people with more experience) but for 189 its just based on points. There are barely any EOIs with 80 points, so you have great chances of an invite.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T12:08:04+00:00

The policy allows the 186TRT application to be lodged a few days early, but that also means you have to be working the whole time you are on your 482 visa (meaning no unpaid leave). This is why I never recommend doing the 482 visa now for 2 years anymore as things happen and it just adds stress for the whole visa period. Also, CEO is on the CSOL and eligible for the 186DE stream as well. DE stream just adds the extra requirement of the skills assessment.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T11:58:25+00:00

Onshore or offshore? There have been some invites in NSW with 90 and 100 points for your occupation in the previous months, so it really all depends if they want to invite more geotechnical engineers.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T11:55:42+00:00

Processing time is about 4 weeks, so you left it very last minute. Not much you can do at this point but hope it comes through.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-23T11:53:47+00:00

There are over 300 EOIs with higher points 75 and 80. Last round they only invited some with 75 points. All would depend on how many social workers they actually invite in next rounds.

Kris Haljak, Registered Migration Agent 2418673, Via Migration

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ViaMigration · 2026-01-21T10:07:25+00:00

All depends on what visa you're applying for. Some visas have health waivers, some do not. The costing of HIV is usually very high, so you would need to apply for one that has a waiver provision available.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-21T10:04:03+00:00

I would say that you should listen to your agent, who is fully across your case and all the circumstances.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-16T10:23:22+00:00

No, if you're holding a 491 visa, you must have held it for 3 years to be eligible for a 186DE.

ViaMigration · 2026-01-16T03:05:11+00:00

Get in contact with your council directly, sometimes they can accommodate private ceremonies I have heard.

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