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Child Visa (Offshore)
Permanent offshore child visa pathway for eligible children of Australian sponsors.
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What this visa lets you do.
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 may suit.
- Eligible children applying from outside Australia
- Families needing a permanent offshore child pathway
Requirements
What you generally need.
- Eligible sponsoring parent
- Child eligibility under the visa framework
- Supporting identity, relationship and care documents
- Other subclass-specific criteria
Process
How the application process works.
- 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
Related visa information.
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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