115 (Remaining Relative) Visa

Key Features:

• Enables migration to Australia as a permanent resident.
• Provides work and study privileges in Australia.
• Grants access to Medicare services.
• Eligible for application of Australian citizenship if meeting requirements are met.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be under 18 years of age, single, and without available parental care.
• The applicant’s (and their partner’s) only near relatives must reside in Australia.
• An assurance of support is required from a sponsor.
• A relative who is a settled Australian citizen, eligible New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident must sponsor the applicant.
• Application must be submitted and decided upon while the applicant is outside Australia.