Australia Offers Eight Family Visa Options for Relatives

The Australian government has identified eight family visa categories that enable eligible foreigners to relocate to or remain in Australia with their relatives. The visas include the Aged Dependent Relative visa (subclass 114), which allows older single persons financially dependent on a relative in Australia to move permanently.

The Aged Dependent Relative visa (subclass 838) serves a similar purpose for those already in Australia. The Carer visa (subclass 836) permits individuals in Australia to provide care for relatives with long-term conditions, while subclass 116 allows those outside Australia to move specifically for caregiving.

The New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship visa (subclass 461) is for non-New Zealand citizens who are part of a New Zealand citizen's family unit, granting them the right to live and work in Australia for up to five years. The Remaining Relative visas (subclass 115 and 835) allow individuals to join their only remaining close family members in Australia.

The Former Resident visa (subclass 151) provides a pathway for certain former Australian permanent residents to return. Each visa has specific eligibility requirements.