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Australian Relative Visas – Family Reunion Pathways

Want to sponsor your relatives to live permanently in Australia? The Carer, Remaining Relative, and Aged Dependent Relative visas allow Australian citizens and permanent residents to reunite with eligible family members. At Immiget Global, we specialise in complex family migration cases with a 92% success rate.

92% Success Rate

Specializing in complex family migration cases

Australian Relative Visas
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Eligible Relative Visa Options

1. Carer Visa (Subclass 116 & 836)

For relatives needed to care for an Australian citizen/PR holder with a medical condition

Requirements:

Sponsor has a medical condition requiring full-time care
No Australian resident can provide this care
Carer must be willing and able to provide long-term assistance
Meet health/character requirements
Processing Time: 18-36 months

2. Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115 & 835)

For single applicants whose only near relatives live in Australia

Requirements:

No parents/siblings outside Australia
Sponsor must be settled Australian relative
Applicant must be single (never married/no de facto)
Meet balance-of-family test
Processing Time: 25-50 months
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3. Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114 & 838)

For elderly relatives financially dependent on their Australian family

Requirements:

Age 65+ (or 60+ for some countries)
Financially dependent for ≥3 years
Sponsor must provide full support
Meet health requirements
Processing Time: 30-48 months
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Why Choose Immiget Global for Relative Visas?

Specialist Knowledge of complex family migration
Medical Evidence Experts for carer visa cases
High Approval Rate despite strict requirements
Fast Processing through complete documentation
All Appeals Covered if application is refused
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Application Process Timeline

Step 1:
Eligibility Assessment (1-2 weeks)
Step 2:
Document Collection (4-8 weeks)
Medical reports (for carer visas)
Financial dependency proof
Family relationship evidence
Step 3:
Lodgement & Acknowledgement (1-2 days)
Step 4:
Processing & Requests (12-48 months)
Step 5:
Visa Grant (1-2 months after approval)
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Common Reasons for Refusal & Our Solutions

Learn about the most common reasons for relative visa refusals and how we help overcome these challenges.

Insufficient Medical Evidence

Our Solution:

We work with registered Australian doctors

Failed Balance-of-Family Test

Our Solution:

Detailed relative mapping service

Financial Dependency Not Proven

Our Solution:

Bank statement analysis & statutory declarations

Character Issues

Our Solution:

Pre-lodgement police check review

Act Now - Quotas Apply!

These visas have limited annual allocations. Book your consultation today to secure priority processing.

Australian Relative Visas FAQs

Get answers to common questions about Australian Relative Visas.

What is the difference between onshore and offshore relative visa subclasses?

How long does the balance-of-family test take to assess?

Can I sponsor multiple relatives under different visa categories?

What medical evidence is required for carer visas?

Are there income requirements for sponsors?

What happens if my relative visa application is refused?

Recent Success Cases

Real stories from our satisfied clients who achieved their Australian dreams

"My mother's aged dependent relative visa was approved in 28 months thanks to Immiget's thorough preparation."

Michael L.

Sydney, Australia

Aged Dependent Relative Visa

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Immiget Global is not a law firm. Information on this website is general in nature and does not constitute migration advice. Migration services are only provided in the context of a formal client agreement. Past results are not guaranteed for future outcomes.

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