Subclass 060 — Bridging Visa F (BVF) — Australia — immi.wiki

The Subclass 060 Bridging Visa F (BVF) is a specialised temporary bridging visa for persons who may be victims of human trafficking, slavery, or related offences in Australia. It provides a period of lawful status during which the person can access support services and consider whether they wish to assist police or other law enforcement agencies in relation to the offence.

The BVF is part of Australia's response to human trafficking and modern slavery. It operates alongside the Support for Trafficked People Program, administered by the Australian Red Cross, which provides case management, accommodation, and other support services to BVF holders.

The BVF is not available on application from the general public — it is identified by the Department and the Australian Federal Police as part of a referral process when trafficking is suspected.

The Subclass 060 BVF is available to persons who:

• Are in Australia and are suspected victims of human trafficking, slavery, sexual servitude, forced labour, or a related offence
• Have been referred to the Department by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) or state/territory police in connection with a trafficking investigation or suspected trafficking situation

The BVF is not applied for in the usual sense — it is granted through a referral process coordinated between the AFP, the Department of Home Affairs, and the support program. Persons in a trafficking situation should contact the AFP National Human Trafficking Line or Australian Red Cross for assistance.

The BVF is accessed through the AFP and the Department of Home Affairs referral process for suspected trafficking victims. It is not available through the standard ImmiAccount online application system. For current information on Australia's response to human trafficking and the support available, refer to the Home Affairs human trafficking page and the DHA visa listing.

The Subclass 060 BVF is a temporary visa. The holder is lawfully in Australia for the duration of the visa. Work rights are not automatically included but may be granted in appropriate cases. Holders are eligible to access the Support for Trafficked People Program services, which include accommodation, financial support, and case management.

The BVF provides a period of reflection and recovery. After this period, the person's immigration options are assessed — this may include applying for a longer-term visa (such as a Protection Visa or a humanitarian visa) depending on their circumstances. For current conditions, refer to the DHA conditions check page.