Child Visa
Child visa (subclasses 101 and 802)
Both of these visas are permanent and have the same conditions except for one major difference: to apply for the subclass 101 visa, the child must outside of Australia when the application is made. To apply for the 802 visa, the child must be inside of Australia when the application is made. The rest of the information below is applicable to both visas.
How It Works
- Secure permanent residency in Australia.
- Engage in work and education within the country.
- Enrol in Australia’s comprehensive public healthcare program, Medicare.
- Act as a sponsor to bring your relatives to Australia.
- Enjoy the privilege of multiple travels to and from Australia for a duration of 5 years.
- Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, pursue Australian citizenship.
For the child to proceed with the application, they need to be sponsored by either an eligible parent or the spouse/de facto partner of the parent. The sponsorship itself is subject to our approval. It is important to note that if the parent or their partner has been charged or convicted of offenses related to children, there is a possibility that the sponsorship may not be approved.
While the primary holder of this visa can sponsor their own children to join them in Australia, each of their siblings must have their own Child visa application. Alternatively, a child can apply for citizenship if they were born outside of Australia when one of their parents was an Australian citizen.
Duration – permanent residence
Cost – from $2790 (visa fees only)
Migration Consulting Fees – a quote will be provided from the outset based on the complexity your particular matter.
Average processing time – under 24 months (101 visa) or under 18 months (802 visa)
Duration
- Submit a successful application for a Resident Return Visa (subclasses 157 and 155) to obtain permission for re-entry into Australia as a permanent resident.
- Additionally, it is worth considering the option of acquiring Australian citizenship. By becoming an Australian citizen, you eliminate the need for a visa when entering Australia. It is important to note that you will still be required to apply for an Australian passport, which you will utilize for exiting and re-entering Australia.
In the event that you depart Australia after the expiration date of your travel facility without obtaining another valid travel facility through a permanent visa, such as a Resident Return, it will not be possible to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident.
Eligibility
The child must rely on a parent who falls into one of the following categories:
- An Australian citizen.
- An eligible New Zealand citizen.
- An Australian permanent visa holder.
The child can be the parent’s:
- Biological child.
- Adopted child.
- Stepchild (only from a former partner).
A child cannot be considered dependent if the stepparent is currently the spouse or de facto partner of the child’s biological or adopted parent. An adopted child must have been legally adopted before reaching the age of 18 by a parent who, at the time of adoption, was not an Australian citizen, permanent visa holder, or eligible New Zealand citizen. If a child was adopted before turning 18 by a parent who was already an Australian citizen, permanent visa holder, or eligible New Zealand citizen at the time of adoption, they may qualify for an Adoption visa (subclass 102).
A stepchild must fulfill the following criteria:
- They must be the child of their step-parent’s former partner.
- They must be below the age of 18.
Additionally, the step-parent must satisfy one of the following conditions:
- They must have a valid Australian parenting order that states the child is to reside with them and be under their care, or
- They must hold guardianship or custody of the child as per Australian law or the law of another country.