Child Visas
Child Visas allow eligible children of Australian parents to live in Australia, with applications submitted on paper only.
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About the Child Visas
Child Visas allow children whose parents are Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia. Generally, children are sponsored by their biological or adoptive parents. These visas must be applied for on a paper form; online applications are not available.
What are the eligibility requirements for Child Visas?
The child must either be:
- Dependent on their parent (an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen) for Child Visas (Subclass 101 or Subclass 802),
- Adopted or in the process of being adopted for the Adoption Visa (Subclass 102),
- Dependent on a parent who holds a Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445), Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309), or Partner Visa (Subclass 820) for the Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445).
For Visa Applicants:
- You must have an approved sponsor. For Child Visas (Subclass 101 or Subclass 802), the sponsor is usually the child’s eligible parent or their parent’s spouse/de facto partner. For the Adoption Visa, the sponsor is the adoptive or prospective adoptive parent. For the Dependent Child Visa, the sponsor is the same person who sponsored or nominated the child’s parent’s permanent Partner Visa application.
- You must meet age requirements. For Child Visas, children can be under 18 years old, 18–25 and studying full-time, or over 18 with a disability. For the Adoption Visa, the child must be under 18 throughout the process. For the Dependent Child Visa, the child must be under 18 or over 18 and financially dependent on their parent.
- You must not have a partner (no marriage, de facto relationship, or engagement).
- You must meet health and character requirements.
- You must have repaid or made arrangements to repay any debt to the Australian Government.
- You must have consent to migrate if under 18 years old (written consent from all legal guardians; must also comply with home country laws).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Child Visa (Subclass 101): Department of Home Affairs fees – 3,140 AUD (primary applicant), 1,570 AUD (secondary applicant 18+), 790 AUD (secondary applicant under 18)
- Child Visa (Subclass 802): Department of Home Affairs fees – 3,140 AUD (primary applicant), 1,570 AUD (secondary applicant 18+), 790 AUD (secondary applicant under 18). A nil visa application charge may apply if a state/territory welfare authority supports the application.
- Adoption Visa (Subclass 102): Department of Home Affairs fees – 3,140 AUD (primary applicant), 1,570 AUD (secondary applicant 18+), 790 AUD (secondary applicant under 18).
- Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445): Department of Home Affairs fees – 3,140 AUD (primary applicant), 1,570 AUD (secondary applicant 18+), 790 AUD (secondary applicant under 18). People holding Subclass 445 may be eligible for a nil visa application charge when applying for a Partner Visa.
Additional costs may include credit card surcharges, medical exams, biometrics, police checks, and translations/certifications. Professional fees for migration services are charged separately.
- Child Visa (Subclass 101): (Offshore Permanent Visa) For a child outside Australia to live permanently with an eligible parent. Processing time: ~20–25 months.
- Child Visa (Subclass 802): (Onshore Permanent Visa) For a child in Australia (not in immigration clearance) to live permanently with an eligible parent. Processing time: ~18–24 months.
- Adoption Visa (Subclass 102): (Offshore Permanent Visa) For a child under 18 who was adopted or is in the process of being adopted to live permanently with an adoptive parent. Processing time: ~6–16 months.
- Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445): (Temporary Visa) For a child dependent on a parent who holds a temporary Partner Visa. Processing time: ~18–22 months.
Refer to the timeframes listed above.
For the most up-to-date processing times, refer to the Department of Home Affairs website.
Child Visa applications are facing increased scrutiny due to stricter evidentiary requirements and limited visa grant allocations. Additionally, rising application fees make it crucial to submit a well-prepared application from the outset.
We have extensive experience and a high success rate in lodging Child Visa applications. Our services include:
- Comprehensive Guidance: Assisting you with every step of the application process.
- Evidence Compilation: Helping you gather and present strong supporting documents.
- Form Preparation: Ensuring all forms are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Issue Resolution: Identifying and addressing potential complications before submission.
- Application Lodgement: Managing the submission process for a smooth and timely outcome.
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Benefits of the Child visa
Residency
Stay, work, and study in Australia under the relevant conditions of the granted visa.
Travel
Travel in and out of Australia for the duration of the visa.
Medicare
Potential access to Medicare (Australia’s public healthcare system) if eligible.
Citizenship
Opportunity to apply for Australian citizenship once eligibility criteria are met.
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