Australian family-sponsored visas allow individuals to join or reunite with family members living in Australia. There are several visa subclasses designed for different family situations and needs.
Below is an overview of the main family visa categories:

Adoption Visa (Subclass 102): This visa is for children under 18 who are being adopted by an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. The child must also meet health and character conditions.

Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114 and 838): This visa is intended for older individuals (66 years or above) who rely financially on an Australian relative. The sponsor must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804): This visa allows parents aged 65 or older of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live permanently in Australia and access the country’s healthcare system.

Carer Visa (Subclass 836 and 116): These visas are for people who are willing to travel to Australia to provide ongoing care to someone with a serious medical condition. Both the person needing care and the carer must meet certain eligibility standards.

Child Visa (Subclass 101 and 802): This visa is for children of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens who are currently living outside Australia. It enables them to live permanently with their parents in Australia.

Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary – Subclass 884) & Contributory Aged Parent (Subclass 864): These visas are for aged parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens who are willing to make a substantial financial contribution. They offer temporary or permanent stay options.

Contributory Parent (Temporary – Subclass 173) & Contributory Parent (Subclass 143): These visas allow parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents to migrate to Australia, either temporarily or permanently.

Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445): This visa is for dependent children of temporary visa holders who are currently in Australia. Eligible children must be under 18 and satisfy health and character requirements.

New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship Visa (Subclass 461): This temporary visa is for non-New Zealand family members of eligible New Zealand citizens living in Australia.

Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 117 and 837): This visa is for children who have no living parents, or only one parent unable to care for them, and who have a relative in Australia who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

Parent Visa (Subclass 103): This visa is for parents of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen who wish to live in Australia permanently with their children.

Partner (Provisional & Migrant – Subclass 309/100) and Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801): These visas are for individuals who are married to, or in a de facto relationship with, an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. They allow the partner to live in Australia while the visa is processed through temporary and then permanent stages.

Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300): This visa is for individuals engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen who wish to travel to Australia to get married.

Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115 and 835): This visa is for individuals who have no close living family members outside Australia and whose only near relatives reside in Australia.

Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870): This visa allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to stay in Australia temporarily to spend time with their children.

Note: Visa requirements and eligibility criteria can change over time. It is recommended to seek guidance from a registered migration agent to stay updated. You may also refer to the official Department of Home Affairs website https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas for the most current details on these visas.

At Randhawa Immigration, our registered migration agent can provide up-to-date information on these employer-sponsored visas and guide you through the entire application process.

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