A family visa is obtained to reunite with family members who might live in another country. For the most part, to be eligible for a family visa, you will need to have a family member already established in a different country, as family visas are intended for people joining other family members already living in that country. This member might be a spouse, partner, parent, child, or sibling. There are several types of visas available for individuals who want to join their family or partner in Australia, including:
01. Partner visa/Spouse Visa (Subclass 820 and Subclass 801): This visa allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. The Subclass 820 visa is a temporary visa that allows you to stay in Australia while your permanent Partner (Subclass 801) visa is being processed. This visa is only accessible to married couples who satisfy various conditions together.
02. Prospective Marriage visa (Subclass 300): This visa is for individuals engaged to an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen wanting to travel to Australia to get married.
03. Family visa: There are several different family visas available, including the Parent visa (Subclass 103), Aged Parent visa (Subclass 804), and Remaining Relative visa (Subclass 115). These visas allow you to live in Australia if you have a close relative who is an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen. To be eligible for a family or partner visa, you must meet the requirements of the specific visa you are applying for and any additional requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs. These requirements may include meeting certain age, language, and health requirements and having a genuine relationship with your family member or partner.
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