Brothers, sisters, dependent relatives, carers may also immigrate to Australia initially on temporary visa later changeable to permanent type. These family visas in Australia are sponsored by: i) Australian citizens; ii) a permanent resident of this country; and iii) Eligible New Zealand citizens.

Can we sponsor siblings to Australia?

If orphaned and under the age of 18 they may be sponsored to live in Australia by a relative who is also an eligible person. A relative is an aunt, uncle, grandparent, brother, sister, niece, nephew or the step-equivalent.

How can a family member sponsor you in Australia?

A parent visa enables you to sponsor your parent/s to live in Australia, with both temporary and permanent residence visa options available. As a sponsor, you generally need to be aged 18 years or over and have resided in Australia for a minimum period of two years before application lodgement.

Yes, your brother can sponsor you if he has Australian PR. Australian Immigration model allows a person living in Australia as a Permanent Resident or Citizen, to sponsor his/her relative. After spending 4 years on this provisional visa, the candidate can apply for Permanent Resident Visa of Australia.

Are you thinking of bringing your siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, or other relatives to Australia? As an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you can sponsor your relatives to come to Australia.

Can a Australian citizen sponsor a non family member?

Can an Australian citizen sponsor a friend?

As an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you can sponsor family members to visit Australia. Unfortunately there is no visitor visa to sponsor a friend to come to Australia.

Can I bring my brother to Australia on student visa?

Most student visas allow you to bring your family members to Australia as your dependants. Family members include your spouse, and you and your spouse’s dependent children. Before bringing your spouse or children to Australia, you will have to prove that you can support them financially.

What is immediate family member Australia?

You are only considered to be an immediate family member if you are: a spouse. a de facto partner. a dependent child. a legal guardian.