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Child Visa (Offshore)
Permanent offshore child visa pathway for eligible children of Australian sponsors.
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What this pathway provides.
The Child Visa (Subclass 101) is an offshore family migration pathway for eligible children of an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Permanent child pathway
- Offshore family migration route
- Child eligibility and sponsorship structure matter
- Care and documentation issues can be important
Suitability
Who this visa may suit.
- Eligible children applying from outside Australia
- Families needing a permanent offshore child pathway
Requirements
What generally needs to be established.
- Eligible sponsoring parent
- Child eligibility under the visa framework
- Supporting identity, relationship and care documents
- Other subclass-specific criteria
Process
A considered sequence.
- 01
Review the child’s age, dependency and family circumstances
- 02
Confirm sponsor eligibility and offshore position
- 03
Prepare identity, care and relationship evidence
- 04
Lodge with a clear family history and care structure
Material considerations
Issues to understand before proceeding.
- Incorrect assumptions about child eligibility
- Incomplete care or custody documentation
- Weak evidence of dependency or family relationship
Related information
Other detailed visa pathways.
Begin with clarity
Understand whether this pathway fits your position.
A consultation considers eligibility, evidence, timing, risk and the objective behind the application.
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