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CHILD VISA : SUBCLASS 101
PERMANENT VISA

This visa allows a child to stay in Australia permanently and live with their parents. This is a permanent visa. It lets the child stay in Australia indefinitely. The child becomes a permanent resident the day visa is granted. If the child has siblings who also want to apply, you must submit separate applications for each sibling.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be biological child, adopted or stepchild

  • Be dependent on their parent who is an Australian citizen, eligible New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent visa holder

  • Be under 18 years old, over 18 and under 25 years and studying full time, or over 18 years with a disability

  • Must be single and dependent on parent

  • Have no partner

  • Must not be working full time

  • Must have been studying full time since turning 18 years old

  • Must be under the age of 25 years at the time of decision

  • Must pass Australia's  Health & Character requirement

  • Be outside Australia when the application is made

BENEFITS OF CHILD VISA

  • Stay in Australia as a permanent resident

  • Study and access Medicare

  • Apply for Australian citizenship if eligible

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