Family migration to Australia enables immediate family members of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to reunite and live together in Australia.
The family migration program allows for the sponsorship of partners, children, parents, and other relatives to join their family members in Australia. Here are some key points about family migration to Australia:
- Sponsorship: Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens can sponsor their family members for migration to Australia. Different visas are available depending on the relationship between the sponsor and the applicant.
- Partner Visas: Spouses, de facto partners, and same-sex partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens can apply for partner visas to join their partners in Australia.
- Child Visas: Children of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens can apply for child visas to join their parents in Australia. This includes dependent children, adopted children, and stepchildren.
- Parent Visas: Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens can sponsor their parents for parent visas to live in Australia. These visas have specific requirements and can involve long waiting periods.
- Other Family Visas: There are also visas available for other family members, including remaining relative visas, aged dependent relative visas, and carer visas, for those who have a family member in Australia willing to sponsor them.
- Balance of Family Test: Some family visa categories require applicants to meet the Balance of Family Test, which assesses the applicant's level of connection and presence of family members in Australia compared to other countries.
- Visa Application Process: The application process for family migration to Australia involves meeting eligibility criteria, providing supporting documents, health and character checks, and waiting for visa approval.
Family migration plays a crucial role in promoting family unity and supporting social connections in Australia. It provides opportunities for families to live together and contribute to the Australian community.
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