Child Visa Australia

Child Visa Australia – Reuniting Families with Confidence

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A Clear Path for Parents Wanting to Sponsor Their Children

At IME Advisors, we understand that nothing matters more than family. The Child Visa (Subclass 101 and 802) allows eligible parents to sponsor their dependent children to live permanently in Australia.
Whether your child is currently offshore or in Australia, our experienced child visa consultants in Sydney will help you choose the right visa stream, prepare a solid application, and reunite your family with confidence and care.

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Types of Child Visas We Handle

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Subclass 101 – Child Visa (Offshore)

Allows a child who is outside Australia to migrate and live with their parent(s) permanently.
Best For: Children overseas looking to reunite with a sponsoring parent who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

Permanent residency

Full work, study, and healthcare rights

Can apply for citizenship when eligible

Includes biological, adopted or step-children under certain conditions

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Subclass 802 – Child Visa (Onshore)

For children already in Australia on another visa who wish to stay permanently with their parent(s).
Best For: Dependent children already in Australia who are not included on their parent’s visa or whose parent recently became an Australian PR or citizen.

Onshore application with bridging visa options

Access to Medicare

Path to PR and Australian citizenship

Must be under 18 or a full-time student dependent under 25

To sponsor your child for either visa, you must be:

An Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen

The biological, adoptive, or step-parent (in some cases)

Willing and able to provide financial and emotional support

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Key Eligibility Criteria

The child must be single (not married or in a de facto relationship)

Be under 18 years, OR

If over 18: must be a full-time student and financially dependent

Meet health and character requirements

If adopted: adoption must comply with Australian adoption laws

No adverse immigration history

Let our Subclass 101 and 802 visa consultants in Sydney review your unique situation and build the strongest case possible.

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Processing Times & Considerations

Visa	Average Processing Time
Subclass 101	12 to 24 months
Subclass 802	12 to 18 months

Subclass 802 applicants receive a Bridging Visa A, allowing them to stay lawfully in Australia while the application is processed.

Important Notes:

Both visas are permanent residency pathways

If the child turns 18 during processing, different criteria apply

Additional checks apply for step-parents or legal guardians

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Why Choose IME Advisors?

As leading child visa agents in Sydney, we help families by:

Handling bridging visa
strategy for onshore
applicants

solving complex cases (e.g.
custody, multiple guardians,
adopted children)

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Preparing strong evidence to
prove dependency and
relationship

Assisting with health checks,
form submissions, and parent
sponsorship documents

Because every child deserves to be with their family.

FAQs – Employer Sponsored Visas

What’s the difference between Subclass 101 and 802?

Subclass 101 is for children applying from outside Australia. Subclass 802 is for those applying while already in Australia.

Who can apply for the child?

Only a parent who is an Australian citizen, PR, or eligible NZ citizen can sponsor the child.

What is the age limit for a child visa?

Under 18 years old, or under 25 if a full-time student and financially dependent.

Can adopted children apply?

Yes, if the adoption meets Australian legal standards and occurred before the sponsor became an Australian PR or citizen.

Can the child include their partner?

No. The applicant must be single at the time of application and visa grant.

Can I apply for the 802 visa while the child is on a visitor visa?

Yes, as long as the child is in Australia at time of application and visa grant. A bridging visa will be issued.

Will the child have Medicare access?

Yes, once the permanent visa is granted. Bridging visa holders may also apply for Medicare in some cases.

What documents are required?

Identity, proof of relationship, education (if over 18), financial dependency documents, medical checks, police clearance (if required).

Can stepchildren apply?

Yes, but only if the sponsor has full legal parental responsibility and meets all other eligibility requirements.

What if the child turns 18 during the process?

They must continue to meet dependency and full-time study requirements to remain eligible.

What’s the difference between Subclass 101 and 802?

Subclass 101 is for children applying from outside Australia. Subclass 802 is for those applying while already in Australia.

Who can apply for the child?

Only a parent who is an Australian citizen, PR, or eligible NZ citizen can sponsor the child.

What is the age limit for a child visa?

Under 18 years old, or under 25 if a full-time student and financially dependent.

Can adopted children apply?

Yes, if the adoption meets Australian legal standards and occurred before the sponsor became an Australian PR or citizen.

Can the child include their partner?

No. The applicant must be single at the time of application and visa grant.

Can I apply for the 802 visa while the child is on a visitor visa?

Yes, as long as the child is in Australia at time of application and visa grant. A bridging visa will be issued.

Will the child have Medicare access?

Yes, once the permanent visa is granted. Bridging visa holders may also apply for Medicare in some cases.

What documents are required?

Identity, proof of relationship, education (if over 18), financial dependency documents, medical checks, police clearance (if required).

Can stepchildren apply?

Yes, but only if the sponsor has full legal parental responsibility and meets all other eligibility requirements.

What if the child turns 18 during the process?

They must continue to meet dependency and full-time study requirements to remain eligible.

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Contact Info

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→ Suite 1, Ground Level, 80 Phillip St, Parramatta, NSW 2150
→ Suite 10.02, Level 10/46 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000
→ Level 5/15 Moore St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia

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02 90631618
+61 422101699

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Email Address

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Child Visa Australia