How this Visa Works
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The child must have been adopted or be in the process of being adopted by an adoptive or prospective adoptive parent.
The child must be outside Australia when their visa application is lodged and when the visa is granted.
Responsibilities
The department will assess and decide applications for this visa in accordance with Migration Regulations.
Key responsibilities relating to this visa are summarised in the table below.
| Person | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Adoptive or prospective adoptive parent (Sponsor) | Sponsors the child. If an Adoption visa is granted, the Sponsor must provide support for the child, including accommodation and financial assistance required to meet the child's reasonable needs during their first two (2) years in Australia. |
| Applicant (Child) |
Lodges a complete application including all application forms, supporting documentation and application charges. Note: The sponsor usually does this on behalf of the child. |
Important: The department cannot provide assistance to arrange adoptions.
Adoption visa definitions
The following terms are used to describe this visa.
See: Definitions