How can I bring my aged dependent relative to live permanently in Australia ?

If your aged dependent relative is old enough to be granted an Australian age pension, is single, has been financially dependent and remains dependent on a close Australian relative, they may apply for this visa outside or in Australia.

Ho to apply for an Aged Dependent Relative visa

To apply for an Aged Dependent Relative visa, you must be :

• old enough to be granted an Australian age pension (does not mean that you will receive the age pension - there is a waiting period of ten years.)
• single, widowed, divorced or formally separated,
• wholly or substantially dependent on your relative for financial support, for at least three years before your application,
• sponsored by the relative who is :
  • an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen,
  • a close relative: a child, adopted child, parent, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, niece or nephew (or step relatives)
  • over the age of 18
• have an approved Assurance of Support.

How is my application for an Aged Dependent Relative visa processed ?

Under Australia's family reunion migration program, higher priority is given to child and partner applications. Aged Dependent Relative visa applications have a lower processing priority.

You can expect a substantial wait before your Aged Dependent Relative visa application is processed.

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