117 (Orphan Relative) Visa

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

Eligibility

The child must:

• be under 18 years of age, single and with no parent to care for them
• have a relative who is a settled Australian citizen, Eligible New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident
• be outside Australia when the application is made and when we make a decision

Salient Features

With this visa the child can:

• migrate to Australia as a permanent resident
• study and access Medicare
• apply for Australian citizenship if eligible

Stay

Permanently

Cost

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/orphan-relative-117

Processing Time

Processing times are not available for this visa.

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