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Remaining relative visa (subclass 115)

This permanent visa lets people move to Australia to be with their only close family members. 

About Remaining Relative Visa Subclass 115

The Remaining Relative Visa Subclass 115 is designed to reunite eligible individuals with their close family members who are living in Australia. At A Class Immigration and Education Consultants, we provide comprehensive information about this visa category. 

What This Visa Lets You Do

The Subclass 115 visa offers several advantages, including: 

  • Reunite with Family: This visa allows eligible individuals to live in Australia with their close relatives who are Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. 
  • Work and Study: Visa holders can study and work in Australia during their stay. 
  • Access to Healthcare: You can access Australia’s healthcare system, Medicare. 
  • Apply for Citizenship: After meeting residency requirements, you may apply for Australian citizenship. 

Requirements

To be eligible for the Remaining Relative Visa Subclass 115, you must meet certain criteria: 

  • Family Relationship: You must be the brother, sister, child, or step-equivalent of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen who is your only near relative. 
  • No Close Relatives: You must not have any close relatives (parent, non-dependent child, sibling, or step-equivalent) living in any country other than Australia, or they must be willing to migrate to Australia with you. 
  • Age: There is no specific age requirement for this visa. 

Eligibility Criteria

Additional eligibility criteria include: 

  • Health and character requirements must be met. 
  • Assurance of Support (AoS) may be required. 

Checklist

To ensure a successful application, follow this checklist: 

  • Gather all necessary documents, including proof of your relationship with your sponsor, birth certificates, and more. 
  • Complete the application form accurately and provide all required information. 
  • Pay the relevant visa application fees. 
  • Lodge your visa application online through the Department of Home Affairs. 

Processing Time

The processing time for the Subclass 115 visa may vary based on individual circumstances and application complexity. For the most accurate processing time estimates, please visit the official Home Affairs website or consult with our immigration experts. 

For answers to frequently asked questions about the Remaining Relative Visa Subclass 115, please visit the official Home Affairs website. 

The Remaining Relative Visa Subclass 115 provides an opportunity for eligible individuals to join their closest family members in Australia. At A Class Immigration and Education Consultants, we are committed to assisting you throughout the application process and helping you reunite with your family in Australia. 

Frequently Asked Questions

This visa is for individuals who have no close relatives outside Australia, except for their sponsoring near relative. 

It means that you have no close family members other than your sponsoring near relative living in any country, or they are willing to migrate to Australia with you. 

No, there is no specific age limit for this visa category. 

Yes, applicants must meet health and character requirements to be granted this visa. 

An AoS is a legal commitment by an individual or organization to provide financial support to the visa holder and their accompanying family members, if required. 

Visa Subclass

Child Visa (Subclass 101)

This visa lets a child outside Australia move to Australia to live with their parents.

Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115)

This permanent visa lets people move to Australia to be with their only close family members.

Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 837)

This visa lets a child who is single and already in Australia stay with a relative if their parents are deceased, can't care for them or can't be found.

Child Visa (Subclass 802)

This visa allows a child to stay in Australia permanently and live with their parents.

Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 835)

This permanent visa lets people stay in Australia to be with their only close family members.

Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445)

This visa allows a child to stay in Australia temporarily while we process their parent's permanent Partner visa application.

Adoption Visa (Subclass 102)

This visa lets children adopted outside Australia live in Australia with their adoptive parent.

Orphan Relative Visa (Subclass 117)

This visa lets a child who is single come to Australia to live with a relative if their parents are deceased, can't care for them or can't be found.

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