Child Visas (101/802, 102, 117/837)
Bring Your Child to Australia – Permanent Residency Pathways
Child Visas allow dependent children of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible NZ citizens to live in Australia permanently. These visas support family unity and long-term settlement.
ABEE’S Consultancy prepares accurate and compliant child visa applications, ensuring parental consent, dependency, and eligibility criteria are fully met.
Types of Child Visas
1. Child Visa – Subclass 101 (Offshore) & 802 (Onshore)
For dependent children who are outside or inside Australia.
Key Features:
- Permanent residency at grant
- Child must be dependent, single, and meet age criteria
- Biological, adopted, and stepchildren eligible
2. Adoption Visa – Subclass 102
For children legally adopted overseas.
Key Features:
- Must meet adoption legal standards
- Requires documentation from adoption authorities
3. Orphan Relative Visa – Subclass 117 (Offshore) & 837 (Onshore)
For children whose parents are deceased, permanently incapacitated, or cannot be located.
Key Features:
- Sponsor must be a relative living in Australia
- Provides permanent residency
Eligibility Requirements for Child Visas
1. Relationship Requirements
Child must be:
- Biological, adopted, or stepchild of the sponsor
- Legally recognised under relevant legislation
2. Dependency Requirements
Child must:
- Be under 18 OR
- Be between 18–25 and a full-time dependent student OR
- Be over 18 with a recognised disability
3. Parental Responsibility & Consent
Applicants must show:
- Full legal custody, OR
- Written consent from all guardians, OR
- Evidence of sole decision-making rights
4. Health & Character Requirements
Children must undergo health checks. Police checks may apply for children aged 16+.
Child Visa Process Overview
Confirm sponsor eligibility
Ensure the sponsor meets all requirements to sponsor a child.
Gather child identity, dependency & custody evidence
Collect all necessary documents to prove the child’s identity and dependency.
Lodge visa application (101/802/102/117/837)
Submit the correct visa application based on the child’s circumstances.
Provide health & character documents
Complete medical exams and provide police certificates if applicable.
Await Department assessment
The Department reviews the application and supporting evidence.
Receive permanent residency outcome
Notification of the visa grant and permanent residency status.
Frequently Asked Questions – Child Visas
Can a child include siblings in one application?
No, each child requires a separate visa application.
Can newborns be added after lodgement?
Yes, newborns can be added without a new visa fee in most permanent visa subclasses.
Do stepchildren qualify?
Yes, if legal custody or responsibility can be demonstrated.
ABEE’S Consultancy Approach – Child Visas
ABEE’S Consultancy prepares fully compliant documentation, ensuring identity, custody, dependency, and parental rights are clearly established. Child visas require accuracy, and each submission is structured to meet legislative requirements.
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