Reuniting with family is one of the most important aspects of Australian immigration. Whether you’re looking to bring your spouse, partner, child, or parent to Australia, understanding the right visa pathway is crucial.
The Australian government offers several family visa options under the Partner Visa, Child Visa, and Parent Visa categories. Each has its own eligibility criteria, processing time, and financial obligations. Let’s explore these options to help you choose the best visa for your situation.
If you are in a genuine relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, you may be eligible for a Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801 or 309/100).
✅Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) – Apply from within Australia and gain work rights while waiting for permanent residency.
✅Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100) – For partners applying from outside Australia, leading to permanent residency.
These visas require substantial evidence of your relationship history, financial commitment, and shared life responsibilities. If you’re unsure about the requirements, read our Partner Visa Guide.
If you’re engaged to an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may apply for a Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300). This visa allows you to enter Australia, get married within 9 months, and then transition to a Partner Visa.
You’ll need to prove:
✅ A genuine intention to marry
✅ You and your partner have met in person
✅ You meet health and character requirements
This visa provides a clear pathway to permanent residency after marriage.
If you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to sponsor your child to live in Australia permanently.
✅ Child Visa (Subclass 101/802) – For dependent children of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
✅ Adoption Visa (Subclass 102) – For children adopted outside Australia by Australian parents.
✅ Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445) – For children of a temporary Partner Visa holder, allowing them to be included in their parent’s permanent residency application.
To apply, you’ll need to prove your relationship with the child, that they are under 18 (or financially dependent if older), and meet health and character requirements.
If you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to sponsor your parents to live in Australia permanently.
✅ Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143/173) – Faster processing but requires a higher visa fee.
✅ Parent Visa (Subclass 103) – Lower cost but longer processing times.
✅ Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804) – Allows aged parents to stay in Australia while their application is processed.
Parent visa applications require meeting the Balance of Family Test, proving at least half of the applicant’s children reside in Australia. For details, read our Parent Visa Guide.
We’ve helped many individuals successfully reunite with their loved ones in Australia. If you’re navigating the visa process, gathering supporting documents, or facing a refusal, we can assist.
Let’s make your family visa journey smoother with expert guidance tailored to your case.