Child Visa (Subclass 101)
A permanent visa for a child to live in Australia with their parents. This visa is for children outside Australia.
About the Child Visa
The Child visa (subclass 101) allows a child to live in Australia permanently with their parent who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. This visa is for children who are outside Australia at the time of application and decision.
Key Benefits
- Live in Australia permanently
- Work and study in Australia
- Enroll in Medicare
- Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence
- Travel to and from Australia for 5 years
- Apply for Australian citizenship (if eligible)
Eligibility Requirements
- Be sponsored by an eligible parent or parent's partner
- Be under 18 years old, or over 18 and meet specific requirements
- Be unmarried and not in a de facto relationship
- Be dependent on the sponsoring parent
- Meet health and character requirements
- Be outside Australia when applying and when visa is granted
Who Can Be Sponsored?
Biological or Adopted Children
Your biological child, adopted child, or stepchild under 18 years old
Children Over 18
Children over 18 who are financially dependent due to disability or studying full-time
Application Process
Gather Documents
Collect birth certificates, identity documents, and proof of relationship
Lodge Application
Submit application online from outside Australia
Health and Character Checks
Complete required health examinations and police checks
Visa Decision
Receive visa and travel to Australia
Important Information
- Must be outside Australia when applying and when visa is granted
- Processing times vary (typically 16-23 months)
- Application fees apply
- All non-accompanying children must be listed in the application