Hi, I'm wondering if anyone has any information or experience with a Bridging Visa B.
I'm currently on a BVA, having applied for a Partner Visa (820/801) just over one year ago. I'm looking to visit my family in the U.K. and booked my flights for the 4/12/2019 returning to Australia 6/12/2020. The BVB can be applied for between 3 months and 2 weeks prior, so I'm looking to submit an application soon, my questions are:
1. For substantial reason, can I just put 'To visit family and spend time with them over the Christmas period, having not visited for 2 and a half years'? Or any other advice what to put?
2. What is the timeline for how soon they grant the BVB prior to departure if I apply now?
3. Attaching supporting evidence, I am unsure what to submit. I am guessing a flight itinerary may be enough?
Thanks in advance.