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Guides to partner visas, parent visas, child visas, and other family migration pathways to Australia.
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Adoption Visa (Subclass 102): Intercountry Adoption Guide
The Subclass 102 Adoption Visa allows children adopted through intercountry adoption processes to gain permanent residence in Australia. The adoption must be...
Carer Visa (Subclass 116/836): Caring for an Australian Relative
The Carer Visa allows you to move to Australia permanently to provide care for a relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New...
Child Visa (Subclass 101 and 802): Requirements Guide
The Child Visa allows a dependent child to join their parent who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. The Subclass...
Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143): $48,640 Pathway
The Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143) grants permanent residence to parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents. It costs $48,640 for the...
Contributory vs Non-Contributory Parent Visa: Cost vs Time
The fundamental choice in Australian parent migration is between the Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143) at $48,640 with a 4-6 year wait, and the...
Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445): Children of Partner Visa Applicants
The Subclass 445 Dependent Child Visa is specifically for children born to, or adopted by, people who are currently partner visa applicants. If you're waiting...
Evidence of Relationship for Partner Visa: The 4 Pillars
Australian partner visa applications require evidence across four key areas — financial aspects, household aspects, social aspects, and commitment. The...
Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100)
The offshore partner visa is the pathway for people applying from outside Australia to join their Australian partner. Like its onshore counterpart, it's a...
Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801)
The onshore partner visa is a two-stage pathway to permanent residency for partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand...
Parent Visa (Subclass 103): Non-Contributory Parent Visa Guide
The Subclass 103 Parent Visa grants permanent residence to parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. It costs...
Partner Visa Processing Time 2026: Current Wait Times
Australian partner visa processing times in 2026 vary by visa type and individual circumstances. The temporary stage (Subclass 820 onshore or 309 offshore)...
Partner Visa: Onshore (820/801) vs Offshore (309/100) Comparison
The partner visa comes in two forms depending on where you are when you apply. The onshore partner visa (Subclass 820/801) is lodged while you're in Australia...
Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300): Fiance Visa Guide
The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) allows you to travel to Australia and marry your Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand...
Sponsored Parent Visa (Subclass 870): Temporary 3-5 Year Stay
The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870) allows parents to live in Australia for 3 or 5 years with their Australian child's family. The sponsor...
What Happens to Partner Visa If You Break Up or Divorce
If you break up with your partner while on a partner visa, what happens next depends on your visa stage, the reason for the break-up, and whether children are...
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