The Carer Visa (Subclass 116 and 836) allows individuals to live in Australia permanently to provide substantial care and support to a relative with a long-term medical condition. The visa is designed for applicants who have no reasonable access to care options in Australia and are willing to become full-time caregivers for their sponsoring relative.

Key Features of the Carer Visa

• Grants permanent residency in Australia.
• Allows the visa holder to live, work, and study in Australia.
• Provides access to Medicare and other social benefits.
• Allows applicants to sponsor eligible family members for Australian visas.
• Can eventually lead to Australian citizenship.

Difference Between Subclass 116 and Subclass 836

• Subclass 116 – For applicants applying from outside Australia.
• Subclass 836 – For applicants already in Australia on a valid visa.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be sponsored by an eligible relative who requires substantial care due to a long-term medical condition.
• The medical condition must be assessed by Bupa Medical Visa Services as requiring ongoing and substantial care.
• The applicant must be willing and able to provide full-time care.
• Must meet health, character, and financial requirements.
• The sponsoring relative must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.