RELATIVE VISA
For children under 18 adopted or cared for by an Australian citizen, living overseas.
Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 117)
Introduction: Welcome to Flyworld Migration, your trusted partner in navigating the intricacies of Australian migration. The Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 117) is designed for children who are under 18 years of age and have no parents to care for them. This visa allows eligible orphaned children to live permanently in Australia with their eligible relative.
Overview: The Subclass 117 visa provides a pathway to permanent residency for orphaned children who are under 18 years of age and have no parents to care for them. It aims to provide a stable and supportive environment for these vulnerable children by allowing them to live with their eligible relative in Australia.
Benefits
- Permanent residency status in Australia for the visa holder.
- Freedom to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia indefinitely.
- Access to government services and entitlements, including healthcare and education.
- Opportunity to apply for Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.
- Ability to sponsor eligible family members for permanent residency.
Eligibility
- Eligibility criteria for the Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 117) include:
- Being under 18 years of age at the time of application.
- Having no parents to care for the child due to reasons such as death, disappearance, abandonment, or being permanently unable to care for the child.
- Having an eligible relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen willing and able to provide care and support to the child.
- Meeting health and character requirements.
- Satisfying any additional criteria specified by the Department of Home Affairs.
Requirements
- Requirements for the Subclass 117 visa include:
- Submission of evidence of the child's orphan status, such as death certificates or court orders.
- Submission of evidence of the child's relationship with the eligible relative.
- Meeting health and character clearance requirements.
- Providing evidence of sufficient settlement funds if required.
How to Apply
- Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria and have all necessary documents ready.
- Have the eligible relative complete the sponsorship form.
- Gather all necessary documents, including proof of orphan status, relationship with the eligible relative, health, and character documents.
- Complete the visa application form and attach required documents.
- Lodge the visa application by mail or courier to the processing center specified by the Department of Home Affairs.
- Pay the visa application fee.
- Await visa decision from the Department of Home Affairs.
- Processing Time: Processing times for the Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 117) vary depending on various factors such as the volume of applications, completeness of documentation, and individual circumstances. Generally, processing times range from several months to over a year.
- Cost: The cost of applying for the Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 117) varies depending on factors such as the number of applicants and whether additional services are required. As of [current date], the visa application fee starts from AUD $6,415.
- At Flyworld Migration, we understand the importance of providing a stable and supportive environment for orphaned children. Contact us today for expert guidance and assistance throughout the application process for the Subclass 117 visa!
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