{"id":"F2021L00899","name":"Migration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Instrument (LIN 21/045) 2021","slug":"migration-arrangements-for-bridging-visa-applications-instrument-lin-21-045-2021","collection":"legislative_instrument","jurisdiction":"commonwealth","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":null,"makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":101960,"registerId":"commonwealth-F2021L00899-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-03","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Migration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Instrument (LIN 21/045) 2021","content":"![Commonwealth Coat of Arms of Australia](image.001.png)\n\nMigration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Instrument (LIN 21/045) 2021\n\nmade under the Migration Regulations 1994\n\nCompilation No. 3\n\nCompilation date: 31 July 2024\n\nIncludes amendments: F2024L00938\n\nAbout this compilation\n\nThis compilation\n\nThis is a compilation of the Migration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Instrument (LIN 21/045) 2021 that shows the text of the law as amended and in force on 31 July 2024 (the compilation date).\n\nThe notes at the end of this compilation (the endnotes) include information about amending laws and the amendment history of provisions of the compiled law.\n\nUncommenced amendments\n\nThe effect of uncommenced amendments is not shown in the text of the compiled law. Any uncommenced amendments affecting the law are accessible on the Register (www.legislation.gov.au). The details of amendments made up to, but not commenced at, the compilation date are underlined in the endnotes. For more information on any uncommenced amendments, see the Register for the compiled law.\n\nApplication, saving and transitional provisions for provisions and amendments\n\nIf the operation of a provision or amendment of the compiled law is affected by an application, saving or transitional provision that is not included in this compilation, details are included in the endnotes.\n\nModifications\n\nIf the compiled law is modified by another law, the compiled law operates as modified but the modification does not amend the text of the law. Accordingly, this compilation does not show the text of the compiled law as modified. For more information on any modifications, see the Register for the compiled law.\n\nSelf‑repealing provisions\n\nIf a provision of the compiled law has been repealed in accordance with a provision of the law, details are included in the endnotes.\n\n1 Name\n\nThis instrument is the Migration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Instrument (LIN 21/045) 2021.\n\n3 Definitions\n\nIn this instrument:\n\n> Act means the Migration Act 1958.\n\n> Department means Department of Home Affairs.\n\n> electronic form means a form mentioned in paragraph 1.18(2)(c) of the Regulations.\n\n> ImmiAccount means the interactive portal for online services available through the Department’s website at https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.\n\n> Internet form means a form mentioned in paragraph 1.18(2)(b) of the Regulations.\n\n> online portal means the online services portal Submit your Bridging visa application online (Bridging visa A, B or C only) available through the Department’s website at https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/ \n> departmental-forms/online-forms.\n\n> Regulations means the Migration Regulations 1994.\n\n> written notice means an email from the Department authorising an applicant for a Bridging A (Class WA), Bridging B (Class WB) or Bridging C (Class WC) visa to submit an approved paper form to bv.abc.lodgement@homeaffairs.gov. \n> au.\n\n> Note 1 A number of expressions used in this instrument are defined in:\n\n (a) regulation 1.03 of the Regulations; and\n (b) subsection 5(1) of the Act, including approved form, substantive visa and visa.\n\n> Note 2 Subsection 172(2) of the Act provides for when a person is in immigration clearance.\n\n4 Approved form\n\n(1) For subregulation 2.07(5) of the Regulations, each form mentioned in an item in Schedule 1 is an approved form for the class of visa mentioned in the item.\n\n(2) For a Bridging A (Class WA) visa, form 482D, 482V or 494V is also an approved form if:\n\n(a) the applicant has been authorised by the Department to apply for a substantive visa; and\n\n(b) the application for the substantive visa is made using approved form 482D, 482V or 494V.\n\n(3) For a Bridging C (Class WC) visa, form 482D, 482V or 494V is also an approved form if:\n\n(a) the applicant has been authorised by the Department to apply for a substantive visa; and\n\n(b) the application for the substantive visa is made using approved form 482D, 482V or 494V.\n\n(4) For a Bridging E (Class WE) visa, form 1008 (Internet) is also an approved form, if the applicant does not have another pending BVE application.\n\n(5) For subsection (4), an applicant has a pending BVE application if:\n\n(a) the applicant has made an application for Bridging E (Class WE) visa; and\n\n(b) the application has not been determined to be invalid, or withdrawn by the applicant; and\n\n(c) the Minister has neither granted nor refused to grant the Bridging E (Class WE) visa.\n\n(6) For a Bridging A (Class WA), Bridging C (Class WC) and Bridging E (Class WE) visa, form 1364 and form 1364 (Internet) are not approved forms, if the applicant holds a Subclass 785 (Temporary Protection) visa or a Subclass 790 (Safe Haven Enterprise) visa.\n\n(7) Despite subsection (1), for a Bridging E (Class WE) visa, form 866 and form 866 (Internet) are not approved forms if the applicant holds a Subclass 785 (Temporary Protection) visa or a Subclass 790 (Safe Haven Enterprise) visa.\n\n5 Place and manner of making application\n\n(1) For paragraphs 1301(3)(a), 1302(3)(a) and 1303(3)(a) of Schedule 1 to the Regulations, the application must be made:\n\n(a) if the same form is used for a substantive visa application—at the same place, and in the same manner, as specified in an instrument under subregulation 2.07(5) of the Regulations for the substantive visa application; or\n\n(b) if the application cannot be made at the place and in the manner mentioned in paragraph (a):\n\n(i) using an Internet form in ImmiAccount as an Internet application; or\n\n(ii) using an electronic form in the online portal.\n\n> Note 1 Regulation 2.10C of the Regulations provides for the time of making an Internet application.\n\n> Note 2 An unlawful non-citizen located by an officer of Immigration may also apply for a bridging visa directly to that officer – see subregulations 2.10(2A) and (3) of the Regulations.\n\n(2) However, if the application cannot be made in accordance with subsection (1), it may be made using an approved paper form by email to bv.abc.lodgement@ homeaffairs.gov.au if:\n\n(a) the Department has given a written notice to the applicant authorising the applicant to make the visa application using an approved paper form; and\n\n(b) the applicant is not in immigration clearance; and\n\n(c) the written notice is attached to the application; and\n\n(d) the application is submitted within 7 calendar days after the written notice was sent (AEST or AEDST as applicable to the date when the written notice was sent).\n\n(3) For paragraphs 1304(3)(a), 1305(3)(a) and 1306(3)(a) of Schedule 1 to the Regulations, an application for a visa must be made:\n\n(a) if the same form is used for a substantive visa application—at the same place, and in the same manner, as specified in an instrument under subregulation 2.07(5) of the Regulations for the substantive visa application; or\n\n(b) in any other case:\n\n(i) if the application form used is an Internet form in ImmiAccount—as an Internet application; or\n\n(ii) if the application form used is not an Internet form in ImmiAccount—at an office of Immigration in Australia, but not in immigration clearance.\n\n> Note Regulation 2.10C of the Regulations provides for the time of making an Internet application.\n\n6 Additional place and manner for making a Bridging D (Class WD) visa application\n\nFor paragraph 1304(3)(a) of Schedule 1 to the Regulations, an application for a Bridging D (Class WD) visa using paper form 1007:\n\n (a) must not be made by any electronic means, including by fax or email; and\n (b) must be made:\n (i) in person at an interview with an officer of Immigration, but not in immigration clearance; or\n (ii) by post to an office of Immigration in Australia.\n\n7 Additional place and manner for making a Bridging E (Class WE) visa application\n\nFor paragraph 1305(3)(a) of Schedule 1 to the Regulations, an application for a Bridging E (Class WE) visa using paper form 1008:\n\n(a) must not be made by any electronic means, including by fax or email; and\n\n(b) must be made:\n\n (i) for an applicant in immigration detention – by hand to an officer of Immigration; or\n (ii) in person at an interview with an officer of Immigration, but not in immigration clearance; or\n (iii) by post to an office of Immigration in Australia.\n\n> Note Subparagraphs 7(b)(ii) and 7(b)(iii) apply to any applicant, including an applicant in immigration detention.\n\n \n\nSchedule 1 Forms for bridging visa applications\n\n(section 4)\n\n```html\n

Item

Class of visa

Paper form

Internet form in ImmiAccount

Electronic form in online portal

1

Bridging A (Class WA)

47SP

47CH

47PA

47PT

47OF

47ES

47BT

47BU

47SV

47GT

147

157A

157G

491D

852

866

918

1002

1005

1066

1150

1208

1276

1364

1383

1403

1409

1479

1480

47SP (Internet)

47GT (Internet)

157A (Internet)

157G (Internet)

482D (Internet)

482V (Internet)

494V (Internet)

866 (Internet)

1005 (Internet)

1066 (Internet)

1066S (Internet)

1150E (Internet)

1208 (Internet)

1276 (Internet)

1364 (Internet)

1393 (Internet)

1396 (Internet)

1397 (Internet)

1398 (Internet)

1403 (Internet)

1408 (Internet)

1479 (Internet)

1480 (Internet)

1502 (Internet)

1005 (electronic)

2

Bridging B (Class WB)

1005

1006

1005 (Internet)

1006 (Internet)

1005 (electronic)

1006 (electronic)

3

Bridging C (Class WC)

47PT

47SP

47CH

47PA

47OF

47ES

47BU

47SV

47GT

147

157A

157G

491D

852

866

918

1002

1005

1066

1150

1208

1276

1364

1383

1403

1409

1479

1480

47SP (Internet)

47GT (Internet)

157A (Internet)

157G (Internet)

482D (Internet)

482V (Internet)

494V (Internet)

866 (Internet)

1005 (Internet)

1066 (Internet)

1066S (Internet)

1150E (Internet)

1208 (Internet)

1276 (Internet)

1364 (Internet)

1393 (Internet)

1396 (Internet)

1397 (Internet)

1398 (Internet)

1403 (Internet)

1408 (Internet)

1479 (Internet)

1480 (Internet)

1502 (Internet)

1005 (electronic)

4

Bridging D (Class WD)

1007

Not permitted

Not permitted

5

Bridging E (Class WE)

47PT

47SP

47CH

47PA

47OF

47ES

47BU

47SV

47GT

147

157A

157G

790

852

866

918

1002

1008

1066

1150

1208

1276

1364

1383

1403

1409

1479

1480

47SP (Internet)

47GT (Internet)

157A (Internet)

157G (Internet)

866 (Internet)

1066 (Internet)

1066S (Internet)

1150E (Internet)

1208 (Internet)

1276 (Internet)

1364 (Internet)

1403 (Internet)

1479 (Internet)

1480 (Internet)

1502 (Internet)

Not permitted

6

Bridging F (Class WF)

1239

Not permitted

Not permitted

\n```\n\n> Note: Endnotes\n\n> Note: Endnote 1—About the endnotes\n\nThe endnotes provide information about this compilation and the compiled law.\n\nThe following endnotes are included in every compilation:\n\nEndnote 1—About the endnotes\n\nEndnote 2—Abbreviation key\n\nEndnote 3—Legislation history\n\nEndnote 4—Amendment history\n\nAbbreviation key—Endnote 2\n\nThe abbreviation key sets out abbreviations that may be used in the endnotes.\n\nLegislation history and amendment history—Endnotes 3 and 4\n\nAmending laws are annotated in the legislation history and amendment history.\n\nThe legislation history in endnote 3 provides information about each law that has amended (or will amend) the compiled law. The information includes commencement details for amending laws and details of any application, saving or transitional provisions that are not included in this compilation.\n\nThe amendment history in endnote 4 provides information about amendments at the provision (generally section or equivalent) level. It also includes information about any provision of the compiled law that has been repealed in accordance with a provision of the law.\n\nMisdescribed amendments\n\nA misdescribed amendment is an amendment that does not accurately describe how an amendment is to be made. If, despite the misdescription, the amendment can be given effect as intended, then the misdescribed amendment can be incorporated through an editorial change made under section 15V of the Legislation Act 2003.\n\nIf a misdescribed amendment cannot be given effect as intended, the amendment is not incorporated and “(md not incorp)” is added to the amendment history.\n\n \n\n> Note: Endnote 2—Abbreviation key\n\n| ad = added or inserted | orig = original |\n| ---------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------- |\n| am = amended | par = paragraph(s)/subparagraph(s) |\n| amdt = amendment | /sub‑subparagraph(s) |\n| c = clause(s) | pres = present |\n| C[x] = Compilation No. x | prev = previous |\n| Ch = Chapter(s) | (prev…) = previously |\n| def = definition(s) | Pt = Part(s) |\n| Dict = Dictionary | r = regulation(s)/rule(s) |\n| disallowed = disallowed by Parliament | reloc = relocated |\n| Div = Division(s) | renum = renumbered |\n| exp = expires/expired or ceases/ceased to have | rep = repealed |\n| effect | rs = repealed and substituted |\n| F = Federal Register of Legislation | s = section(s)/subsection(s) |\n| gaz = gazette | Sch = Schedule(s) |\n| LA = Legislation Act 2003 | Sdiv = Subdivision(s) |\n| LIA = Legislative Instruments Act 2003 | SLI = Select Legislative Instrument |\n| (md not incorp) = misdescribed amendment | SR = Statutory Rules |\n| cannot be given effect | Sub‑Ch = Sub‑Chapter(s) |\n| mod = modified/modification | SubPt = Subpart(s) |\n| No. = Number(s) | underlining = whole or part not |\n| o = order(s) | commenced or to be commenced |\n| Ord = Ordinance | |\n\n \n\n> Note: Endnote 3—Legislation history\n\n| Name | Registration | Number | Commencement | Application, saving or transitional provisions |\n| ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------- | ----------- | ---------------- | ---------------------------------------------- |\n| Migration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Instrument (LIN 21/045) 2021 | 29 June 2021 | F2021L00899 | 1 July 2021 | - |\n| Migration (Arrangements for bridging visa applications) Amendment Instrument (LIN 22/030) 2022 | 29 July 2022 | F2022L01029 | 1 August 2022 | - |\n| Migration (Arrangements for bridging visa applications) Amendment Instrument (LIN 23/019) 2023 | 13 February 2023 | F2023L00102 | 14 February 2023 | - |\n| Migration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Amendment Instrument (LIN 24/045) 2024 | 30 July 2024 | F2024L00938 | 31 July 2024 | - |\n| | | | | |\n\n \n\n> Note: Endnote 4—Amendment history\n\n```html\n

ad. = added or inserted am. = amended rep. = repealed rs. = repealed and substituted

Provision affected

How affected

s. 2..................

rep. Legislation Act 2003, section 48D

s. 3..................

am. F2022L01029

s. 4..................

am. F2023L00102

am. F2024L00938

s. 5..................

rs. F2022L01029

am. F2024L00938

s. 6…………………

rs. F2024L00938

s. 7..................

rep. Legislation Act 2003, section 48C

ad. 2024L00938

Schedule 1.............

am. F2022L01029

rs. F2023L00102

am. F2024L00938

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While amendments have added new forms (e.g., 482D, 482V, 494V) and refined submission pathways (such as the 7-day email authorisation process), these are operational updates within the existing framework rather than expansion into new policy areas."},"complexity_factors":["Multiple overlapping conditions in sections 4–7 (e.g., subsections (2)–(7) of section 4 each add conditional exceptions)","Extensive cross-referencing to the Migration Regulations 1994 (e.g., subregulation 2.07(5), paragraphs 1301(3)(a)–1306(3)(a) of Schedule 1)","Large Schedule 1 table with 6 visa classes and 3 submission methods, containing approximately 80+ individual form entries","Nested conditional logic: 'if (a) and (b), then X, unless Y' structure appears repeatedly","Defined terms rely on external instruments and the Migration Act 1958 (e.g., 'immigration clearance', 'substantive visa')","Time-sensitive requirement in section 5(2)(d): 7-day deadline from written notice, with timezone specificity (AEST/AEDST)","Specific exclusions for visa subclasses (785 and 790) creating carve-outs that override general rules"],"plain_english_summary":"This instrument sets out the **rules for how people can apply for Bridging visas** in Australia—specifically, which forms to use, where to submit them, and how (online, by email, or in person).\n\n**What it does:**\n- **Specifies approved forms** for each class of Bridging visa (A, B, C, D, E, and F). These forms are listed in a detailed table (Schedule 1) showing paper forms, internet forms via ImmiAccount, and electronic forms via the online portal.\n- **Sets out where and how to apply:**\n - Most applications must be made online through **ImmiAccount** or the Department's **online portal**.\n - If online submission isn't possible, applicants may use a **paper form by email**—but only if the Department has given them a written notice authorising this, and they submit within 7 days.\n - **Bridging D and E visas** have special rules: they generally cannot be submitted electronically and must be made in person, by post, or (for Bridging E in detention) by hand to an immigration officer.\n- **Contains exceptions:**\n - Certain forms (482D, 482V, 494V) are approved for Bridging A and C visas only if the applicant has been authorised to apply for a substantive visa using those forms.\n - Forms 1364 and 866 are **not approved** for people holding Temporary Protection (Subclass 785) or Safe Haven Enterprise (Subclass 790) visas.\n - Bridging E applicants cannot use the internet form 1008 if they already have another Bridging E application pending.\n\n**Who it affects:**\n- Anyone in Australia applying for a **Bridging visa** to maintain lawful status while waiting for a substantive visa decision, seeking to travel (Bridging B), or needing to regularise their status (Bridging D or E).\n- Migration agents and Department of Home Affairs staff processing these applications.\n\n**Why it matters:**\nUsing the wrong form or submission method can make your application **invalid**—meaning it won't be processed and you could become unlawful. This instrument is the authoritative rulebook that determines whether your Bridging visa application is accepted."},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":5,"scope_assessment":{"changed":true,"description":"The instrument’s scope has been amended since the original 2021 registration. The endnotes show subsequent amendment instruments and registration dates that altered definitions, approved forms, and place/manner rules (amendments recorded in Endnote 3 and the amendment history in Endnote 4). Specific provisions recorded as amended or replaced include section 3 (amended), section 4 (amended), section 5 (replaced and later amended), section 6 (replaced), and additions to Schedule 1 (amended/replaced across 2022–2024 instruments). (Endnote 3; Endnote 4; s 3; s 4; s 5; s 6; Sch 1.)"},"complexity_factors":["Multiple bridging‑visa classes (WA, WB, WC, WD, WE, WF) with different permitted forms and channels (Sch 1; s 4).","Large number of specific form numbers and mode permutations (paper form, Internet form in ImmiAccount, electronic form in online portal) listed in Schedule 1.","Conditional approvals that depend on Department authorisation or applicant status (s 4(2)–(3); s 4(4)–(5); s 4(6)–(7)).","Different place/manner rules cross‑referencing multiple provisions of the Migration Regulations (s 5 referencing paras 1301–1306 of Sch 1 to the Regulations).","Time‑limited, document‑dependent exceptions for paper‑by‑email lodgement (written notice, attachment, not in immigration clearance, 7 calendar‑day deadline) (s 5(2)).","Form‑specific prohibitions on electronic lodgement and prescriptive in‑person/postal requirements for some classes (s 6; s 7).","Dependence on the Department’s electronic systems (ImmiAccount and online portal) and on departmental procedural actions (issuing written notices) (s 3; s 5(2)(a))."],"plain_english_summary":"What this instrument does (mechanically)\n\n- It specifies which application forms and which submission channels are \"approved\" for each class of Bridging visa (A, B, C, D, E, F). See section 4 and Schedule 1. (s 4; Sch 1)\n- It tells applicants where and how to lodge those bridging visa applications — for example, by using an Internet form in ImmiAccount, an electronic form in the Department’s online portal, by post, or in person — and links the place/manner to how the corresponding substantive visa application is lodged. (s 5)\n- It allows the Department to authorise specific applicants to submit certain substantive visa forms as approved bridging‑visa forms (for Bridging A and C where the applicant is authorised and the substantive application uses the same approved form). (s 4(2)–(3))\n- It provides a process for the Department to permit an applicant to lodge an approved paper form by email where electronic filing is not available, but only if the Department gives the applicant a written notice and a strict set of conditions are met (including a 7 calendar‑day deadline and that the applicant is not in immigration clearance). (s 5(2))\n- It imposes form‑specific, method‑specific and applicant‑specific limits. Examples: Bridging D (form 1007) and Bridging E (form 1008) paper forms must not be lodged electronically and have prescribed in‑person/postal methods (s 6, s 7); some forms are excluded for applicants who hold Subclass 785 or 790 visas (s 4(6)–(7)); form 1008 (Internet) for Bridging E is approved only where the applicant does not have another pending Bridging E (BVE) application (s 4(4)–(5)). (s 4(4)–(7); s 6; s 7)\n\nWho this affects\n\n- People applying for a Bridging visa (Classes WA, WB, WC, WD, WE, WF) — the instrument determines which application forms they may use and how they must lodge them. (s 4; Sch 1)\n- The Department of Home Affairs — the instrument allocates decision and administrative roles to the Department (definitions; written notices; online portal; ImmiAccount). (s 3; s 5(2)(a))\n- Applicants who hold certain substantive or temporary protection visas (e.g. Subclass 785 or 790) — the instrument disallows specific forms for those holders. (s 4(6)–(7))\n\nWhy it matters (stated purpose and practical implications)\n\n- Stated purpose (in instrument form): to set the arrangements (approved forms, and place/manner of lodgement) for Bridging visa applications under the Migration Regulations. Mechanically, it standardises how bridging‑visa applications are made and which media are acceptable. (title; s 4; s 5)\n\n- Practical implications and operational mechanics (tested against costs, incentives and administrative discretion):\n - Who decides: the Department determines whether an applicant is authorised to use certain substantive visa forms for a bridging visa and issues the written notice that allows paper email lodgement. This gives the Department gatekeeping control over certain application routes. (s 3 definition of Department; s 4(2)–(3); s 5(2)(a)).\n - Who pays / who bears transactional costs: applicants must use the specified lodgement channel for their class and chosen form. Where in‑person attendance or postal lodgement is mandated (for example, Bridging D and Bridging E paper forms), applicants incur time, travel or postage costs; where ImmiAccount/online portal lodgement is required, applicants must access and use the Department’s electronic services. (s 5(1); s 6; s 7; s 3 definitions of ImmiAccount and online portal).\n - Compliance burden and conditionality: the instrument creates conditional rules that applicants must satisfy to have a paper application accepted by email (attach the Department’s written notice; not be in immigration clearance; lodge within 7 calendar days). Failure to meet those procedural conditions removes that paper‑by‑email route. (s 5(2)(a)–(d)).\n - Concentrated benefit via departmental authorisation: only applicants the Department expressly authorises can use certain substantive visa forms as approved bridging‑visa forms (e.g. 482D/482V/494V for Bridging A and C). That benefit is concentrated on authorised applicants and depends on the Department’s exercise of discretion. (s 4(2)–(3)).\n - Exemptions and exclusions: certain applicant groups (holders of Subclass 785 or 790) are specifically excluded from using particular forms for some bridging visa classes (forms 1364 and 866). These are hard constraints in the instrument, not general policy statements. (s 4(6)–(7)).\n - Dependence on technology and Department systems: the instrument relies on ImmiAccount and the Department’s online portal as primary lodgement channels for many forms and classes, and it also relies on the Department issuing written email notices to permit some paper lodgements. This creates operational dependence on those systems and on timely Department communications. (s 3 definitions; s 5(1)–(2)).\n\nTrade‑offs, risks and observable effects (mechanisms, not judgments)\n\n- Trade‑offs: the instrument centralises the acceptable channels and forms (which can streamline processing) while maintaining some non‑electronic routes (post, in‑person) for particular classes or circumstances. Those choices shift compliance costs between applicants (who must meet channel requirements) and the Department (which must support electronic portals and administer written notices). (s 4; s 5; s 6; s 7).\n- Implementation risks: successful operation depends on the Department’s online portals, email processes and the clarity/timeliness of written notices (s 3 definitions; s 5(2)(a)–(d)). If those systems or communications fail, applicants may be unable to use the authorisation‑based paper lodgement route within the 7‑day window. (s 5(2)(d)).\n- Substitution and predictability: linking bridging‑visa lodgement place/manner to the corresponding substantive visa lodgement (s 5(1)(a)) means an applicant who switches substantive visa pathways may change the required lodgement channel for their bridging application.\n\nKey provisions to look at for operational detail\n\n- Definitions and portals: section 3.\n- Approved forms and conditional approvals: section 4 and Schedule 1.\n- General place and manner rules and the Department’s written‑notice paper route: section 5.\n- Specific paper‑only rules for Bridging D (section 6) and Bridging E (section 7).\n\nReferences: specific provisions cited above are from this Instrument (Migration (Arrangements for Bridging visa applications) Instrument (LIN 21/045) 2021)."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"Unauthenticated. Configure AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY or use a provider module. 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