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Child Visa (Subclass 802/101)

Child Visa

(Subclass 802/101) 

 

The Australian Child Visa program (Subclass 802/101) allows eligible parents to sponsor their child for permanent residency.

  • Subclass 802 (Onshore Child Visa): For children applying within Australia
  • Subclass 101(Offshore Child Visa): For children applying from outside Australia
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Both visas support family reunification and provide access to healthcare, education, and a pathway to citizenship.

 

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Eligibility Criteria 

Child

The child must:

  • Be sponsored by a parent or the parent’s partner

  • Be single, not engaged and not in a de facto relationship

  • Be either under 18, a financially dependent full-time student aged 18–25, or over 18 with a disability that prevents work and relies on the sponsor. May include their own dependent children in the application

 

Parent (Sponsor)

The sponsoring parent must:

  • Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen

  • Be the child’s biological, step, or adoptive parent

  • Be at least 18 years old

  • Retain legal responsibility (for step-parents no longer with the child’s biological parent, if the child is under 18)

Note: If the child was adopted after the sponsor became an Australian citizen/resident, they may need to apply under Subclass 102 (Adoption Visa).

 

Visa Class

Other Visas
Australia offers a wide range of Family and Special Category Visas to support family reunification and specific compassionate or employment-related circumstances. These visas allow eligible 
 

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Benefits of Child Visas

These are permanent residence visas, granting the child significant benefits, including the right to:

  • Stay in Australia indefinitely.
  • Work and study in Australia without restrictions.
  • Enroll in Medicare, Australia’s national scheme for health-related care and expenses.
  • Apply for Australian citizenship once they become eligible.
  • Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence in the future.
  • Travel to and from Australia for five years from the date the visa is granted. After this initial period, a Resident Return Visa (RRV) will be required for re-entry as a permanent resident, or they can apply for Australian citizenship.

Sponsor Responsibilities

Sponsors are responsible for supporting the child’s successful settlement in Australia. Key duties include:

  • Covering any government costs related to the child’s welfare
  • Providing housing, financial support, and a reasonable standard of living for the first two years
  • Helping the child adjust to life in Australia
  • Supporting the child’s participation in English language programs

 

Additional Responsibilities (for Children Under 18)

If the child is under 18, sponsors must also:

  • Provide written consent from all legal guardians
  • Obtain legal permission from the child’s home country to migrate
  • Submit evidence that relocation doesn’t breach any Australian court custody orders

 

Other Key Requirements

Health:

  • The child and dependents must meet health standards
  • Medical exams are valid for 12 months

Character:

  • Required for children aged 16+
  • Police clearances may be requested for countries lived in for 12+ months in the past 10 years after turning 16

 

Need Help With Your Child Visa Application?

At EDUAbroad Guru, we guide you through every step of the child visa process, ensuring accurate documentation and full compliance with immigration laws. Our expert team helps your child transition smoothly into Australian life.

📞 Contact our registered consultants today for expert assistance!

 

Disclaimer: This information is intended as general guidance and does not constitute legal advice. For the most accurate and up-to-date details, please refer to the official Department of Home Affairs website. https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/child-802

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