Australia presents a varied cultural experience and a good quality of living, so presenting a nation of opportunities. Reaching out to relatives living in Australia is a fantasy come true for many. Still, negotiating the family visa application can be time-consuming and difficult. This manual seeks to streamline the application process and equip you with all the required knowledge to effectively seek for an Australian family visa.
Categories of Family Visas
Australia grants numerous kinds of family visas, each designed to fit certain family relationships and situation. There are mostly two categories:
These visas let Australian nationals, permanent residents, or qualified New Zealanders sponsor their spouse or de facto partner to live in Australia.
Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300): For those intending to wed their Australian partner.
Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801): For those already living in Australia.
Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100): For outside of Australia partnersParent Visas allow Australian citizens or permanent residents’ parents to remain in Australia.
Subclass 143: Contributory Parent Visa: Permanent visa needing more application cost
Parent Visa (Subclass 103): A lengthier processing time non-contributory visa
Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804): For onshore applications made by elderly parentsChild Visas: Designed for children of Australian citizens or permanent residents, these visas
Child Visa (Subclass 101/802): Dependent children only
Adoption Visa: For abroad adopted children, Class 102
Subclass 117/837: Orphan Relative Visa for children whose parents are dead or unable of providing for themOther family visas cover those for carers and surviving relatives.
Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115/835): For those with only Australian relative as close family member.
Carer Visa: For individuals looking to look after an Australian relative with a medical condition, Subclass 116/8364.
Guidelines for Requesting a Family Visa
Applying for a family visa calls for several crucial phases:
Make that the sponsor and the applicant fit the eligibility requirements for the pertinent visa type. The sponsor could be an Australian citizen, qualified New Zealand national, or permanent resident.5. Compile Records: Get all relevant paperwork, including identity documentation, evidence of relationship, and any other information needed for the particular visa type.Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI). For some visas, including the Parent Visa, an EOI could have to be entered via the SkillSelect system before applying for a visa.7. Manage the Visa Application. Finish and turn in the visa application together with the necessary supporting paperwork and application fee. Usually, one can accomplish this online via the Department of Home Affairs website.8. Attend a biometrics appointment (should one be necessary). Sometimes your application may call for you to include biometrics—fingerprints and a picture.9. Wait for a decision: Family visa processing times vary. Your ImmiAccount lets you view the state of your application. Your ImmiAccount will alert you should more information be needed.
Common Difficulties and Advice
Notes: Make sure every document is precisely certified and free of errors. Missing or inaccurate records could slow down the procedure.
Applicants have to satisfy requirements on health and character. This can call for police checks and medical tests.
Times of Processing: Ready for different processing times? Because of great demand and limited availability, some visas—including the Parent Visa—can take many years.
Conclusion
Although navigating the Australian family visa application process might be difficult, it can go rather well with the correct planning and direction. Our speciality at Visa Consultancy Services is assisting families in reuniting in Australia. Our knowledgeable staff can help you with every stage of the application procedure to guarantee that it is thorough and precise and therefore raise your chances of a good result.
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