Unlawful Status Problems

Living in Australia without a valid visa means you are considered an unlawful non-citizen. This can have serious consequences, including detention, removal, and long-term bans on re-entry. Many people find themselves unlawful after overstaying a visa or missing important deadlines. At MyVisa Lawyers, I help individuals resolve unlawful status problems quickly and effectively, restoring lawful stay and protecting future migration options.

What Are Unlawful Status Problems?

You may become unlawful in Australia if:

• Your visa has expired and you did not apply for a new visa in time.
• Your visa was cancelled and no bridging visa was granted.
• You entered Australia without a valid visa.

Unlawful status places you at immediate risk of detention or removal under the Migration Act. However, in many cases, it is possible to apply for a Bridging Visa E (BVE) or other legal remedies to remain lawfully while your situation is resolved.

Who Is This For?

Our unlawful status problem services are for:

• Individuals who have overstayed their visa in Australia.
• Applicants who missed deadlines for new visa applications.
• People whose visas have been cancelled without replacement.
• Families living unlawfully in Australia and seeking legal pathways to remain.
• Anyone facing detention or removal due to unlawful status.

Why Choose MyVisa Lawyers?

Resolving unlawful status requires urgent and precise action. Clients choose us because:

• Specialist expertise – I understand unlawful status provisions and bridging visa options in detail.
• Proven advocacy – I have assisted many clients to regain lawful status and avoid removal.
• Tailored solutions – Every case is different, and I craft strategies to match your personal circumstances.
• Clear communication – I explain your options in plain English so you can act quickly and confidently.

Common Pitfalls & Traps

People in unlawful status often make their situation worse because they:

• Ignore the problem and delay seeking help.
• Continue working or studying while unlawful, breaching immigration law.
• Fail to apply for a Bridging Visa E promptly.
• Attempt to leave and re-enter Australia without understanding the re-entry bans.
• Rely on poor or unqualified advice.

How I Can Help

At MyVisa Lawyers, I act quickly to protect your rights and resolve unlawful status. Our services include:

• Assessing your immigration history and identifying available options.
• Applying for a Bridging Visa E (BVE) to restore lawful status immediately.
• Advising on visa pathways that may be available after becoming unlawful.
• Preparing submissions to the Department to explain your circumstances.
• Assisting with detention matters, removals, or Ministerial Intervention requests.

Take Action Now

Unlawful status is a serious problem that must be addressed immediately. The longer you remain unlawful, the harder it becomes to fix your situation and protect your future visa options.

Book a confidential consultation with MyVisa Lawyers today to resolve your unlawful status problems and regain control of your immigration journey.