Federal Health Minister, Peter Dutton, answers a question at a press conference in Sydney on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014. The Commonwealth Government will increase Australia's $18 million contribution to the response to Ebola in West Africa and strengthen preparations to detect and respond to a possible Ebola case in Australia. (AAP Image/Paul Miller) NO ARCHIVING

Do I need to have a current visa while my ministerial intervention request is being dealt with?

To stay in Australia while your request for ministerial intervention is being dealt with you must hold a visa. If you do not have a current visa, the Minister might not consider your case and you might be detained and removed.

You might be able to get a Bridging visa E to stay in Australia while the Minister considers your request. You can visit one of our offices to apply for a Bridging visa E. If you get a Bridging visa E, you can stay in Australia lawfully while you are waiting for an outcome.