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Reunite with Your Loved One in Australia

Australia offers various spouse visa options to enable partners to live together in the country, whether you are a student, on a work visa, or an immigrant. These visas are designed to promote family reunification and ensure that couples can build their lives together in Australia. Here's an overview of the spouse visa options

Subclass 500 - Student Visa: If you are studying in Australia on a Subclass 500 Student Visa, you can include your spouse as a dependent on your visa application. This allows your spouse to live and work in Australia for the duration of your study program.

Spouse Visa for Student Partners

This visa is for partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. It includes a temporary visa (Subclass 309) that leads to a permanent visa (Subclass 100) once the relationship has been assessed.

Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100)

Subclass 485 - Temporary Graduate Visa: If you are on a Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485), you can include your spouse as a dependent on your visa application, allowing them to live and work in Australia during your post-study stay.

Spouse Visa for Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) Holder

Subclass 408 - Temporary Activity Visa: If you are in Australia on a Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408), your spouse can apply for a Subclass 408 visa as a dependent family member to join you during your stay.

Spouse Visa for Temporary Activity (Subclass 408) Visa Holders

Various Work Visas: Depending on the type of work visa you hold, there may be options for your spouse to join you in Australia. Requirements and eligibility can vary, so it's essential to check the specific visa subclass and requirements for your situation.

Spouse Visa for Work Visa Holders

The duration of spouse visas can vary widely depending on the specific visa subclass and your circumstances. Some visas may initially offer temporary residence, followed by a pathway to permanent residency.

Visa Duration

The Parent Visa category allows parents to live in Australia if their child is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. There are different types within this category, such as Contributory Parent Visas, Parent Visas, and Aged Parent Visas. These visas often involve substantial waiting periods and can be quite expensive.

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On the other hand, the Visitor Sponsored Family Visa permits individuals to visit Australia to see their family members who are either citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. This visa is for a shorter duration and does not allow for extended stays or residency. It's usually a temporary visa for family visits.

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Each visa has its specific eligibility criteria, application processes, and conditions, so it's essential to review the requirements for each visa type before applying.

Reunite Your Family in Australia

The Australian Tourist Visa, often known as the Visitor Visa (subclass 600), allows individuals to visit Australia for tourism or to visit family and friends for a short period. It's a temporary visa that grants entry for tourism, holidays, or social purposes, and it doesn't permit individuals to work or study for more than three months.

Exploring Australia with the Tourist Visa

Transitioning from Australian Visitor to Student Visa

The conversion from an Australian Visitor Visa to a Student Visa involves a change in the purpose of stay and is subject to certain conditions and eligibility criteria.

If someone is in Australia on a Visitor Visa and wishes to study, they might apply for a Student Visa while they're in the country. Here are the general steps and considerations:

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  1. Eligibility: To apply for a Student Visa from a Visitor Visa, the individual must meet the eligibility criteria for the Student Visa, including enrollment in a registered course, financial capacity, health insurance, and meeting health and character requirements.

  2. Course Enrollment: The individual must apply and be accepted into a registered course offered by an Australian education institution before applying for the Student Visa.

  3. Visa Application: They need to submit a new application for the Student Visa while they are in Australia on the Visitor Visa. This application involves providing necessary documentation, including the Confirmation of Enrollment (CoE) for the intended course, financial proof, health insurance, etc.

  4. Visa Conditions: Once the Student Visa is granted, the individual must comply with the conditions of the visa, including studying at the registered institution and maintaining a valid Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

  5. Duration and Renewal: The duration of the Student Visa will depend on the length of the course enrolled in. If the course continues or if they plan to pursue further studies, they might need to apply for visa extensions.

 

It's crucial to ensure that the individual adheres to the visa conditions and abides by all the requirements stipulated by the Department of Home Affairs in Australia.

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