Family Visas for Australia
Australia’s Family Visa program allows Australian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor eligible family members to live in Australia. Family visas are designed to reunite partners, parents, children, and certain relatives under clear eligibility rules set by the Department of Home Affairs.
Visa Aid provides structured, up-to-date guidance across all family visa categories, helping applicants understand eligibility criteria, sponsorship obligations, processing timeframes, and pathways to permanent residence. Applications can be lodged from inside or outside Australia, depending on the visa type.
Partner Visa Options
Partner visas allow Australian citizens or permanent residents to sponsor their spouse or de facto partner to live in Australia. These visas follow a two-stage process, beginning with a temporary visa and progressing to permanent residence once eligibility requirements are met.
Partner visa pathways include:
Partner Visa (Onshore) – Subclass 820 and 801
Partner Visa (Offshore) – Subclass 309 and 100
Prospective Marriage Visa – Subclass 300
Relationship registration and evidence requirements
Costs, health, character, and sponsorship obligations
Parent Visa Options
Parent visas allow parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents to live in Australia either permanently or temporarily. These visas are subject to sponsorship requirements and the balance of family test. Processing times vary significantly depending on the visa subclass.
Parent visa categories include:
Parent Visa – Subclass 103
Contributory Parent Visas – Subclass 143 and 173
Aged Parent Visa – Subclass 804
Contributory Aged Parent Visas – Subclass 864 and 884
Child Visa Options
Child visas enable dependent children of Australian citizens or permanent residents to live in Australia. Eligibility depends on the child’s age, dependency status, and family circumstances.
Child visa pathways include:
Child Visa (Offshore) – Subclass 101
Child Visa (Onshore) – Subclass 802
Adoption Visa – Subclass 102
Dependent child eligibility assessments
Relative Visa Options
Relative visas apply in limited circumstances and are designed for applicants who have no close family outside Australia. These visas have strict eligibility requirements and long processing times.
Relative visa options include:
Remaining Relative Visa – Subclass 115 and 835
Carer Visa – Subclass 116 and 836
Orphan Relative Visa – Subclass 117 and 837
How Visa Aid Can Help
Visa Aid assists families with eligibility assessments, application preparation, document review, and compliance with Australian immigration law. Our approach focuses on accuracy, transparency, and long-term outcomes for families seeking to build their future in Australia.
