02/09/2026
One decision. Five facts first.
1. Current status — the exact bridging visa and its conditions
2. Visa history — last substantive visa, refusals, restrictions
3. Existing matter — what currently keeps you lawful
4. Travel and work — can you leave, and how the household manages
5. Partner pathway — is an onshore application even valid
A change in any one of these can change the strategy.
Read the full piece: https://salvomigration.com.au/blog/bridging-visa-partner-visa-pathways