Family Migration
Carer (Permanent) Visa
This visa allows, an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or an eligible New Zealand Citizen who has a medical condition and needed care, to sponsor a relative to provide them help where the sponsor need help with practical aspects of daily life.
Application made Inside Australia (Carer Visa: (Subclass 836): The applicant must be in Australia at the time of application and at the time of visa grant.
Application made Outside Australia (Carer Visa: Subclass 116): The application must be made outside Australia and the applicant must be outside Australia at the time of visa grant.
Relative in Australia |
Must have an eligible relative who is settled Australian citizen or permanent resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen and usually resident in Australia and must have a medical condition that requires your care. |
| Sponsorship | Must be sponsored by an eligible relative who must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or an eligible New Zealand Citizen and usually resident in Australia. |
Care requirements |
As the purpose of this visa is to allow to care for a relative in Australia. The applicant must be willing and able to provide the care which is required. |
*Every applicant will have to pass all health and character requirements before granting this visa