Child Visa – Subclass 101
If you have a dependent child overseas and want them to live with you in Australia permanently, the Child Visa (Subclass 101) may be an option. This visa allows an eligible child outside Australia to move to Australia and live with their parent who is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
Once granted, the child can live in Australia permanently and may be eligible to enrol in Australia’s public healthcare scheme (Medicare). In some cases, the child may also be able to sponsor eligible relatives, subject to visa rules and eligibility.
- Live in Australia permanently
- Access Medicare (if eligible)
- Opportunity to build a long-term future in Australia
- Travel in and out of Australia for up to 5 years after visa grant
- If applying for an adopted child, the child must generally be adopted before turning 18
- The adoption must be by a parent who was not an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen at the time of adoption
To be eligible for the Child Visa (Subclass 101), the child must generally:
- Be the dependent child of a parent who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
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Be either:
- Under 18 years of age, or
- Aged 18 to under 25, a full-time student and financially dependent on the parent, or
- Over 18 and unable to work due to a disability
- Be single and dependent on the parent
- Meet health and character requirements
- Be outside Australia at the time of application
Estimated Processing Time: Approximately 17 to 29 months (may vary).
Want to apply for Child Visa (Subclass 101)?
Contact Zen Migration for eligibility assessment, documentation support, and complete visa application guidance.