Australia Family Sponsorship Visa
The Australia Family Sponsorship Visa program allows Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens to sponsor their family members, spouse, parents, children, or relatives to live and settle in Australia. With multiple visa categories, this program ensures that families can reunite and build their future together.
Families can reunite and build their future together.
Why Choose the Australia Family Sponsorship Visa?
✔ Reunite with Family – Sponsor your spouse, children, parents, or relatives to live in Australia.
✔ Pathway to PR & Citizenship – Sponsored family members can become permanent residents and later apply for citizenship.
✔ Access to Medicare & Social Benefits – Family visa holders get healthcare benefits, work rights, and educational access.
✔ Multiple Sponsorship Options – Sponsor immediate family or extended relatives based on visa eligibility.
✔ Flexible Application Options – Apply from inside or outside Australia.
Types of Family Sponsorship Visas
Australia offers multiple family sponsorship visa options based on the relationship and eligibility criteria.
| Visa Type | Who Can Apply? | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Partner Visa (Subclass 820 & 801) | Spouse/De Facto partner of an Australian citizen or PR | Temporary & PR pathway |
| Parent Visa (Subclass 103, 143, 173) | Parents of an Australian citizen or PR | Temporary & PR pathway |
| Child Visa (Subclass 101, 802) | Dependent children of an Australian citizen or PR | Direct PR for children |
| Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115, 835) | Last remaining relative of an Australian PR | PR pathway |
| Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114, 838) | Aged relatives financially dependent on sponsor | PR pathway |
| Carer Visa (Subclass 116, 836) | Family members caring for an Australian PR with medical needs | PR Option |
Eligibility Requirements for Family Sponsorship
To sponsor a family member to Australia, you must meet the following requirements:
✔ Sponsorship by an Australian Citizen/PR – Only eligible sponsors can bring family members.
✔ Genuine Relationship Proof – Required for spouse, children, and dependent relatives.
✔ Financial Support Commitment – Sponsor must prove financial capacity to support the family member.
✔ Health & Character Clearance – All applicants must undergo medical exams and police checks.
✔ Meet Income Threshold (for Parent Visas) – Some family visas require minimum financial income for sponsorship.
Processing Time & Costs for Family Sponsorship Visas
| Visa Type | Processing Time | Visa Fees (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| Partner Visa (820 & 801) | 12 - 24 months | $8,850 |
| Parent Visa (103, 143, 173) | 2 - 5 years | $4,155 - $47,955 |
| Child Visa (101, 802) | 6 - 12 months | $2,710 |
| Remaining Relative Visa (115, 835) | 3 - 5 years | $6,415 |
| Aged Dependent Relative Visa (114, 838) | 2 - 4 years | $6,415 |
| Carer Visa (116, 836) | 18 - 30 months | $6,415 |
Financial Support & Work Rights for Sponsored Family Members
🔹Work & Study Rights: Family visa holders can work full-time and study in Australia.
🔹Medicare & Healthcare Benefits: Most PR family visas offer free Medicare healthcare access.
🔹Social Security & Housing Assistance: PR family members may qualify for Centrelink benefits.
🔹Child Education Access: Sponsored children can enroll in top schools & universities in Australia.
🔹Pathway to PR & Citizenship: Family visa holders can later apply for Permanent Residency & Australian Citizenship.
Settlement Guide for Family Visa Holders
🏠 Finding Housing – Rent affordable homes via Realestate.com.au, Domain,Flatmates.com.au.
🏥 Registering for Medicare – Get free healthcare services under Medicare for PR holders.
🚍 Understanding Public Transport – Get Opal, Myki, Go Cards for city-wide transport.
📚 Education for Kids – Enroll in public & private schools in Australia.
🔹 Interactive Map: Click on your city to find family settlement resources & services.
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