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Visas, Immigration and Refugees

Family Members

How this Visa Works


Responsibilities

Key responsibilities relating to obtaining and using an Orphan Relative visa are summarised in the table below.

Person

Responsibility

Sponsor (Relative)

 

Sponsors the child and any family members also included in the application and who are migrating with the child.

If an Orphan Relative 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)

Lodge a complete application including all application forms, supporting documentation and application charges.

Note: The sponsor usually lodges the application on behalf of the child.

Orphan Relative Visa Definitions

The following terms are used to describe this visa.
See: Family Definitions