There are several visa pathways available for children who want to live in Australia with an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen parent.
The right pathway for your child generally comes down to:
Use the visa types below to find the pathway that matches your child's circumstances.
A temporary visa for a dependent child of a parent holding a temporary Partner visa.
A permanent visa for an eligible child who is outside Australia when the visa is granted.
A permanent visa for an eligible child who is already in Australia when the application is lodged.
The right visa for your child depends on their age, dependency, location and relationship to their Australian parent.
Contact me to discuss your child's circumstances and the visa options that may be available.
The information on this page is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute migration advice for your individual circumstances.
Australian immigration legislation, visa requirements, government fees and processing arrangements can change.
Meeting the general requirements described above does not guarantee that a visa application will be approved.
Professional advice should be obtained based on your individual circumstances before lodging a Child visa application.
