Australia’s family visa programs enable you to bring your loved ones to live in Australia either temporarily or permanently. The right pathway depends on your relationship, the visa subclass, your timeline and your broader goals (settlement, citizenship, work, study). The process is complex and mistakes can lead to delays or refusals. That’s where expert guidance pays off.
We support you across three major Family Visa categories:
If you are in a committed relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen, a Partner Visa allows you to live together in Australia while your relationship continues to grow. These visas are available to both married and de facto couples, including same-sex couples.
Partner visas are processed in two stages; A temporary visa first, followed by a permanent visa. The onshore pathway (820/801) allows applicants to remain in Australia while waiting for a decision, while the offshore pathway (309/100) is for applicants who lodge from overseas.
To qualify, you must demonstrate that your relationship is genuine and ongoing. Evidence often includes joint financial arrangements, shared household responsibilities, social recognition of your relationship and future plans together. The process can feel personal and sometimes overwhelming, especially when gathering evidence or writing relationship statements.
Our migration lawyers guide you through every step, from preparing declarations and compiling evidence to addressing complex situations such as limited documentation, prior visa refusals, time spent apart or cultural considerations. We help you present a clear, compelling and well-supported application so you can focus on building your life together.
We can help you with:
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Parent Visa options allow Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible New Zealand citizens to bring their parents to Australia — either temporarily or permanently. These visas provide families with the stability to live closer together, support one another and enjoy shared milestones that distance once made difficult.
There are two broad pathways:
Contributory Parent Visas – Faster processing but higher government fees. Preferred for families wanting quicker reunification.
Non-Contributory Parent Visas – Lower cost but significantly longer wait times (often many years).
Eligibility depends on meeting the Balance of Family Test, having an approved sponsor, and satisfying health, age, and character requirements. Many families also need help choosing between onshore and offshore lodgements, bridging visa implications, assurance of support requirements and financial considerations.
Other Temporary Parent Visas options include the Subclass 870 Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa, which lets parents stay in Australia for up to 5 years without the need to depart every few months. This is a possible alternative if you don’t meet the “balance of family” test.
We support you by assessing your eligibility, comparing visa options, preparing sponsorship documentation and guiding you through each step. Our goal is to make a complex and emotional process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Book a consultation to find the best Parent Visa pathway for your family.
Child Visas allow dependent children of Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens to live permanently in Australia with their sponsoring parent. These visas apply to biological children, adopted children and stepchildren in certain circumstances.
There are two main pathways for dependent children of Australian citizens or permanent residents:
Subclass 101 (Offshore Child Visa) — Application is lodged while the child is outside Australia.
Subclass 802 (Onshore Child Visa) — For children already in Australia at the time of application.
To qualify, the child must be dependent on the sponsoring parent and meet age and relationship requirements. Additional considerations apply for adopted children, children born overseas and children in shared-care arrangements. Evidence of dependency, custody and consent from all legal guardians is crucial to avoid delays.
Other Family Visa options:
Our migration lawyers assist with preparing the necessary documents, navigating parental responsibility requirements, addressing complex family arrangements and ensuring that the Department receives a well-prepared application. We understand how important it is for children to be reunited with their families — and we work to make the process clear, organised and supportive from start to finish.
Contact us for guidance on Child Visa applications.
At Prosper Migration, we’re not just migration lawyers, we’re dedicated visa professionals committed to reuniting families and partners in Australia. Our mission is to make the family visa process as smooth, transparent, and stress-free as possible, while ensuring every application fully complies with Australian immigration laws.
With years of hands-on experience in Australian immigration law, our team has successfully guided partners, parents, and children through complex visa applications, from Partner and Parent Visas to Child and Remaining Relative Visas.
We stay up to date with every change in immigration policy and legislation, ensuring your family’s application is always prepared according to the latest government requirements.
We believe in complete honesty and clarity from the start. All our family visa services are offered on a fixed-fee basis, with no hidden charges or unexpected costs. You’ll receive a clear, written quote before we begin, so you can plan your future together with confidence.
Every family is unique, and so is every visa application. From your very first consultation, you’ll work directly with an experienced migration specialist who will manage your case from start to finish.
We take time to understand your family dynamics, assess your eligibility, and design a tailored strategy that gives your application the best possible chance of success.
Our process is designed to take the complexity and stress out of family visa applications. From eligibility assessments to evidence preparation and final lodgement, we handle every stage with precision and care.
You’ll receive regular updates, clear communication, and complete peace of mind knowing your loved one’s future in Australia is in capable hands.
We’ve helped countless families reunite in Australia, spouses joining their partners, parents reuniting with their children, and relatives beginning new lives together. Our proven track record and in-depth understanding of family migration law ensure your pathway is smooth, compliant, and results-driven.
Integrity and empathy guide everything we do. We handle every case with sensitivity, accuracy, and respect, ensuring each submission is honest, compliant, and backed by strong supporting evidence.
Our goal isn’t just visa approval, it’s giving your family a stable foundation for a happy life in Australia.
When you apply for a Partner, Parent or Child visa, both the sponsor in Australia and the family member applying for the visa have important legal responsibilities. Understanding these obligations early helps avoid delays, refusals and future visa problems.
Note: Benefits vary significantly depending on subclass; we’ll help you understand the rights you’ll get.
These obligations can feel confusing, especially if you are also managing work, children or caring responsibilities.
At Prosper Migration Lawyers, we explain each step in plain language and help you meet your sponsor and applicant obligations before anything is lodged.
Need help understanding your responsibilities as a sponsor or applicant? Book a free initial discussion and we’ll walk you through what applies to your family visa.
Whether you’re sponsoring a partner, parents or child, we can help simplify the pathway and bring your family together in Australia.
Speak with one of our migration lawyers for guidance on Partner, Parent or Child visa options. We offer clear advice, fixed fees and personalised support.
Family visas allow Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible NZ citizens to sponsor their partner, parents or dependent children to live in Australia. Different visa subclasses apply depending on the relationship and circumstances.
There are Partner Visas, Parent (Temporary & Permanent) Visas, Child Visas, and other family-sponsored visas such as Remaining Relative and Carer visas.
This test checks whether the majority of the applicant’s children live permanently outside the applicant's country of passport. It is required for most permanent Parent Visa pathways.
Common evidence includes joint financial arrangements, shared living arrangements, social recognition of the relationship and statements about how your relationship began and your plans for the future.
Yes. The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa allows eligible parents to stay in Australia for up to 10 years without needing to leave during that period, subject to meeting sponsorship and visa criteria.
It’s optional, but many families choose a migration lawyer to avoid mistakes, prepare evidence properly and navigate complex requirements that are often required for family-related visa applications.
820/801 is for onshore applicants who are already in Australia.
309/100 is for offshore applicants applying from outside Australia.
In many cases, you may have review rights through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). Our team can assess whether you have grounds for appeal and guide you through the next steps.
