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The Carer Visa (Subclasses 116 and 836) offers a pathway for individuals to move to Australia and provide ongoing care and support to a relative who requires assistance due to a long-term or permanent medical condition. This visa is ideal for applicants who have a relative in Australia needing their help, making it possible to stay in Australia permanently while fulfilling this caregiving role.
✔️ Permanent Residency: The Carer Visa allows the holder to live permanently in Australia.
✔️ Work and Study Rights: Visa holders can work and study in Australia.
✔️ Healthcare and Social Security: Provides access to Medicare and other social services.
✔️ Pathway to Citizenship: Offers a route to Australian citizenship if residency requirements are met.
a) Who Could Get This Visa
Applicants must meet certain eligibility requirements, including:
✔️ Medical Need for Care: The applicant’s relative must have a long-term or permanent medical condition and need someone to assist with their daily care.
✔️ Supporting Medical Assessment: An assessment from Bupa Medical Visa Services is required to verify the need for a carer.
✔️ Family Relationship: The applicant must be related to the person needing care or their partner.
b) Who Is Considered a ‘Relative’
The term “relative” in the context of this visa includes:
✔️ Parents
✔️ Siblings
✔️ Children
✔️ Grandparents
✔️ Aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews
✔️ Partners (including de facto partners)
c) Who Is Your Sponsor
The applicant must be sponsored by the relative in need of care or by that relative’s partner. The sponsor must be:
✔️ An Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
✔️ Able to provide support to the applicant.
The Carer Visa (Subclasses 116 & 836) grants permanent residency, allowing the visa holder to stay in Australia indefinitely. This visa also permits multiple re-entries into Australia, aligning with the holder’s permanent residency status.
✔️ Application Fees: Visa costs can vary and should be confirmed on the Department of Home Affairs website.
✔️ Other Costs: Additional expenses may include medical exams, police checks, and other required documents.
Applicants and their family members who apply for the visa must meet standard Australian health and character requirements. The process may involve medical examinations and background checks to ensure the applicant’s suitability.
Applicants must settle any outstanding debts to the Australian Government before they are granted the visa. If the applicant has previously owed money to the government, arrangements for payment must be made.
All applicants aged 18 years or older must sign the Australian Values Statement, agreeing to respect Australian laws and values as part of their commitment to integration.
The Carer Visa provides various privileges and opportunities for the holder, including:
✔️ Permanent Residency: Live in Australia indefinitely.
✔️ Work and Study: Work and study rights in Australia.
✔️ Social Security: Access to certain social security payments after meeting residency requirements.
✔️ Healthcare Access: Enroll in Medicare, Australia’s national healthcare scheme.
✔️ Travel: Travel to and from Australia for five years, after which a Resident Return visa may be required.
✔️ Gather Documentation: Collect necessary documents, including medical assessments, identity documents, and relationship proof.
✔️ Submit Visa Application: Lodge the application with all required documents.
✔️ Medical Assessment: Obtain a medical assessment confirming the relative’s need for care.
✔️ Wait for Processing: Processing times can vary; applicants should be prepared for a potentially lengthy waiting period.
The Carer Visa (Subclasses 116 & 836) provides an invaluable opportunity for individuals who wish to support family members with medical needs, allowing them to live and integrate fully into Australian society while fulfilling a vital caregiving role. This visa offers both flexibility and security to ensure that family care remains accessible and supported in Australia.
