The Child Visa (Subclass 101) is a permanent visa that allows a child living outside Australia to move and live permanently with their parent, who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. This visa ensures that dependent children can reunite with their parents in Australia and enjoy benefits such as healthcare, education, and work rights once they become eligible.

Key Features of the Subclass 101 Visa

• Grants the child permanent residency in Australia.
• Allows the child to live, study, and work in Australia.
• Provides access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system.
• Offers a pathway to Australian citizenship in the future.
• Enables the child to travel freely to and from Australia for up to 5 years.

Eligibility Criteria

• The child must be under 18 years old or a full-time student aged 18-25 and financially dependent on the sponsoring parent.
• The child must be outside Australia when applying and when the visa is granted.
• The parent must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
• The child must be single (not married, engaged, or in a de facto relationship).
• The child must meet health and character requirements.