Child Visa – Subclass 101 / 802

Child Visa – Subclass 101 / 802

Bring Your Child to Live With You in Australia Permanently

The Child Visa (Subclass 101 and 802) allows children of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live permanently in Australia with their parents. Whether the child is overseas or already in Australia, this visa helps reunite families and provides a pathway to a secure and stable future.

This visa is about more than just migration — it's about reuniting families and ensuring children can grow up with the love, care, and stability they deserve.

What Is the Child Visa?

This visa comes in two subclasses:

• Subclass 101 – For children applying from outside Australia
• Subclass 802 – For children applying from within Australia

Both provide permanent residency, allowing the child to live, study, and access healthcare and other services in Australia, with a pathway to citizenship.

Why Apply for This Visa?

The Child Visa ensures your child can be with you while gaining access to the same rights and services as any Australian resident.

• Live in Australia permanently with a parent
• Access education, healthcare (Medicare), and social support
• Apply for Australian citizenship when eligible
• Travel in and out of Australia freely
• Build a future with stability and opportunity

Who Should Consider It?

This visa is ideal for:

• Australian citizens or PRs with children born overseas
• Parents whose children are currently on temporary visas
• Families looking to secure long-term rights for their children

Visa Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, the child must:

• Be sponsored by a parent who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen
• Be under 18, or a full-time student aged 18–25 who is financially dependent, or over 18 with a disability
• Be single and not in a de facto relationship or married
• Meet health and character requirements

The sponsoring parent may also need to provide an Assurance of Support.

Application Process: Step-by-Step

1. Confirm the child’s eligibility and gather supporting documents
2. Lodge the visa application (onshore or offshore depending on subclass)
3. Complete health and police checks
4. Respond to any requests for further information
5. Await the visa outcome

What You’ll Need

• Proof of parent-child relationship (birth certificate, court orders, adoption papers)
• Passport and identity documents for the child
• Assurance of support documents (if required)
• Police checks (if child is 16 or older)
• Medical examination results

Health & Character Requirements

• Health exams are mandatory for all applicants
• Police clearance required for children over 16 or anyone included who has lived overseas 12+ months

Why Apply with Us?

Visa applications involving children can be emotionally sensitive and administratively complex. We ensure every detail is covered while supporting your family’s unique journey.

✅ Guidance on eligibility and documentation for each subclass

✅ Support preparing sponsorship and assurance paperwork

✅ Help with including siblings or complex family situations

✅ End-to-end case management for peace of mind

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DISCLAIMER: This information is provided for general understanding only. For full eligibility details, visit the Department of Home Affairs.