Sponsor (Parent)

The sponsor must be:

• sponsoring the child's visa-holding parent
• prepared to sponsor the child and any of the child's family members also included in the application and who are migrating with the child.

If a Dependent Child visa is granted, the sponsor must provide support for the child, including ensuring the provision of accommodation and providing financial assistance required to meet the child's reasonable living needs:

• during their first two (2) years in Australia (if the child is applying overseas)
• for the two (2) years following the grant of the child's visa (if the child is applying in Australia).

Applicant (Child)

A complete application must be lodged for the applicant, including all application forms, supporting documentation and application charges. If the application meets all visa criteria, the applicant may be granted this visa.

The child's parent will usually lodge the application on behalf of the child.

Note: After being granted this visa, a separate application must be lodged for the child for the same permanent visa as their parent. This application must be lodged before a decision is made on the parent's permanent visa application.