Age requirements for Australian dependent visas differ based on the dependent type and the specific visa subclass. Knowing these requirements is key to a successful application.
Here are the precise details of the age requirements for different types of Australian dependent visas:
- Spouse or de facto partner:
- Both the applicant (dependent spouse/partner) and the sponsor must be older than 18 or of legal marriageable age if married.
- Dependent children:
- Under 18 Years: Children under 18 can be included in dependent visa applications.
- 18 to 25 Years Old: Children aged 18 to 23 can be included if they are financially dependent and full-time students.
- Over 25 years: Children over 25 who have disability and are unfit to work can be included.
- Student Dependents:
- Primary Applicant (Student): According to the Immigration and Citizenship site, they must be 6 years or older.
- Parents/Guardians for Students Under 18: If the student is younger than 18, an adult (parent, or relative 21 years or older) can apply for a Student Guardian visa (Subclass 590) to provide care.
- Other dependent relatives
- Aged Dependent Relatives (Subclass 114/838): According to Aussizz Group, these visas are for older relatives who rely financially on an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 143, 864, 884): The primary applicant for this visa must be 67 or older (qualifying for the aged pension in Australia).
Note: Always check the specific age requirements for the visa subclass you are applying for, as they can vary.