bring your family to australia

Family and Relative Visas

Reconnect with your loved ones through family and relative visa pathways designed to reunite families in Australia.

Family & Relative Visas

Family and relative visas allow eligible Australian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor family members to live in Australia, either temporarily or permanently.

This pathway is for individuals who want to bring parents, children, or other eligible relatives to Australia under structured migration programs. These visas support family reunification while balancing migration demand through eligibility criteria and processing frameworks.

VISA OPTIONS

Explore Family Visa Pathways

Contributory Parent Visa

Subclass 173 → Subclass 143

What it is:
Faster parent migration pathway with higher application cost

Key Benefit:
Pathway to permanent residency.

Best for:
Parents seeking quicker processing.

Parent Visa

Subclass 103

What it is:
Non-contributory permanent parent visa

Key Benefit:
Lower cost option

Best for:
Applicants willing to wait longer processing times

Aged Parent Visas

Subclass 884 → Subclass 864

What it is:
Onshore parent visas for older applicants meeting age requirements

Key Benefit:
Ability to stay in Australia while applying

Best for:
Parents already in Australia and eligible by age

Child Visa

Subclass 101 / 802

What it is:
Permanent visa for dependent children of Australian citizens or PR holders

Key Benefit:
Direct permanent residency.

Best for:
Children living either outside (visa subclass 101) or inside (visa subclass 802) Australia

Dependent Child Visa

Subclass 445

What it is:
Temporary visa for children of parent visa applicants

Key Benefit:
Allows children to join parents during processing

Best for:
Children awaiting permanent visa outcome

Aged Dependent Relative

Subclass 114 / 838

What it is:
Permanent visa for older relatives financially dependent on an Australian sponsor

Key Benefit:
Permanent residency.

Best for:
Elderly relatives with long-term dependency

Remaining Relative Visa

Subclass 115 / 835

What it is:
For individuals whose close family members are all in Australia

Key Benefit:
Permanent residency

Best for:
Applicants with no close family outside Australia

Carer Visa

Subclass 116 / 836

What it is:
For individuals providing long-term care to an Australian relative

Key Benefit:
Permanent residency

Best for:
Applicants needed for ongoing medical or personal care

IS THIS VISA RIGHT FOR YOU?

Who Can Apply

Basic Eligibility Profile

- Sponsored by an eligible Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Meet relationship requirements for the specific visa
- Meet health and character requirements
- Meet financial or dependency criteria (for some visas)

Common Applicant Types:

- Parents of Australian citizens or PR holders
- Dependent children
- Elderly or dependent relatives
- Individuals needing to care for family members in Australia

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?

Basic Requirements

Core Requirements

- Eligible sponsor (Australian citizen or permanent resident)
- Meet specific relationship criteria
- Meet visa-specific eligibility conditions
- Meet health and character requirements

Supporting Documents (Examples)

- Proof of relationship (birth certificates, family records)
- Identity documents
- Financial or dependency evidence
- Medical and police clearances

Special Conditions to Note

- Some visas have very long processing times
- Balance of Family Test applies to parent visas
- Age requirements apply to certain categories
- Limited visa places for some subclasses

STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS

How it Works

Step 1

Check Your Eligibility

Confirm sponsor and relationship eligibility

Step 2

choose the right visa

Select the most suitable family visa category

Step 3

Prepare documents

Gather relationship and supporting evidence

Step 4

lodge application

Submit visa application

Step 5

Processing and Queueing

Wait for assessment (varies by visa type)

Step 6

decision outcome

Receive visa decision

Time & Costs

Processing Timeframes

Processing times vary significantly depending on the visa type, with some categories subject to long queues.

Government Fees

Fees vary widely—some visas have higher costs for faster processing options.

Additional Costs to Consider

Medical examinations
Police clearances
Document preparation

GET IN TOUCH

Ready to start your migration journey?

Complete the form and our team will get in touch with you as soon as possible to assist with your enquiry. We’re here to provide clear guidance, answer your questions, and help you understand your options every step of the way. All initial consultations are completely obligation-free, giving you the confidence to explore your next steps with no pressure.