Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa

At Ozmate Migration, our experienced migration agent Melbourne team provides professional assistance with Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa applications. This permanent visa allows eligible children who are already in Australia to remain with their Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen parent. We offer end-to-end support, from assessing eligibility and preparing documents to lodging the application and communicating with the Department of Home Affairs throughout the visa process.

Child Onshore (802) Visa Requirements

To be eligible for the Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be in Australia when the visa application is lodged.
  • Be in Australia when the visa is granted.
  • Be the biological child, adopted child (in eligible circumstances), or eligible stepchild of:
    • An Australian citizen;
    • An Australian permanent resident; or
    • An eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • Be sponsored by an eligible parent or their spouse/de facto partner.
  • Be:
    • Under 18 years of age; or
    • Aged between 18 and 24 years, studying full-time and financially dependent on the sponsoring parent; or
    • Over 18 years old with a disability that prevents them from working.
  • Be single (not married, engaged, or in a de facto relationship).
  • Meet Australia’s health and character requirements.
  • Meet all custody, consent, and legal responsibility requirements where applicable.

Child Onshore (802) Visa Application Process

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Free Eligibility Assessment

Eligibility Assessment

Our migration specialists carefully assess your child's eligibility, sponsorship requirements, and supporting evidence to determine whether the Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa is the appropriate option.

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Document Review and Strategy

Prepare & Lodge the Application

We assist with collecting all required documentation, completing the visa application, preparing sponsorship forms, and lodging the application with the Department of Home Affairs.

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Application Lodged and Tracked

Visa Processing & Grant

We continue supporting your application by managing any requests for additional information, assisting with health and character requirements, and keeping you informed until a visa decision is made.

Start Your Child Onshore (802) Visa Application Today

Planning to apply for a Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa? Contact Ozmate Migration today for trusted advice and professional assistance. Ozmate migration team will guide you through every stage of the application process, helping you prepare a complete application and supporting your family’s journey toward permanent residency in Australia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa?

The Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa is a permanent Australian visa that allows eligible children who are already in Australia to live permanently with their Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen parent.

To be eligible, the child must be in Australia when applying and when the visa is granted, be sponsored by an eligible parent, be single, and generally be under 18 years of age. Certain dependent full-time students aged 18–24 and children with a disability may also qualify.

Yes. If the child holds a valid visa when the application is lodged, they may be able to remain in Australia while their Child Onshore (Subclass 802) Visa application is being processed, subject to the conditions of their current visa or any bridging visa granted.

Applicants generally need identity documents, birth certificates, proof of the parent-child relationship, sponsorship documents, passport copies, health examination results, character documents (if applicable), and custody or consent documents where required. Additional documents may be requested based on individual circumstances.

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