Family and Partner Migration visas offer a range of pathways to help Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens bring their loved ones to Australia. These visas are designed to strengthen family ties by allowing partners, children, parents, and other eligible relatives to join their sponsors for either temporary or permanent residence. Partner Visas
Partner visas are for individuals who are in a genuine and ongoing relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. These visas include options for both de facto and married couples. The pathway typically begins with a temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 820/309) and transitions to permanent residency through the Partner Visa (Subclass 801/100) after the relationship is assessed over time. Partner visas require substantial evidence of your relationship and your sponsor’s commitment.
Parent Visas
Parent visas allow parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia, either temporarily or permanently. These include contributory parent visas (Subclass 884/864) with faster processing times due to higher fees, and non-contributory visas like the Subclass 103 for those with longer timelines. Applicants must meet the balance of family test, demonstrating that at least half of their children live in Australia or that more of their children reside in Australia than in any other single country.
Child Visas
Child visas are designed to reunite children with their Australian parent or legal guardian. These include the Subclass 101 (offshore) and Subclass 802 (onshore) visas for dependent children. There are also options for adopted children (Subclass 102) and orphan relatives (Subclass 117/837), ensuring that children in special circumstances can be cared for in Australia.
Other Family Visas
Other family visas cater to unique situations, such as the Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115/835), which allows individuals who have no close family members outside Australia to join their remaining relatives. The Carer Visa (Subclass 116/836) is for those providing ongoing care to an Australian relative with a medical condition, and the Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114/838) supports older relatives reliant on an Australian sponsor.
Family and Partner Migration pathways ensure the unity and stability of families while requiring applicants and sponsors to meet eligibility criteria such as sponsorship commitments, health and character checks, and demonstrating genuine relationships. Whether you're reuniting with a partner, supporting a parent, or bringing a child to join your family, we are here to guide you through the process with expert legal advice and personalised solutions.
Begin by scheduling an initial consultation. You can opt for a paid consultation or send us an enquiry and we will get back to you to advise next steps. Provide as much relevant information as possible via email, and we will set up a video conference to discuss your needs in detail.
If you decide to engage us, we’ll send you a service agreement. Once the agreement is signed and the deposit is paid, we will begin working on your case. Choose between our standard or express service tiers depending on your timeline needs.
With express service, you’ll receive same-day or next-day responses (depends on time of receipt), document reviews, and a draft application within 2 business days*. Standard service clients can expect responses within 3 business days and a completed draft within 2 weeks*.
*barring any external factors such as third-party delays or missing documents.
*We prefer initial contact by email so we can attend to your enquiries promptly. Please provide details about your immigration needs, including any deadlines or specific concerns. This helps us understand your situation and respond with the right guidance.
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*Last updated on: 25 Nov 2024
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