Carer Visa (Subclass 836) – Onshore
Care for Your Loved One While Living in Australia
The Carer Visa (Subclass 836) is a permanent Australian visa for people who are already in Australia and wish to provide ongoing care to an eligible Australian relative or a member of their household with a long-term medical condition. The person requiring care must have no reasonable access to suitable care arrangements in Australia. This visa allows eligible applicants to remain in Australia permanently while supporting their family member and enjoying the benefits of permanent residency, including work rights, Medicare, and a pathway to Australian citizenship (if eligible). Ozmate Migration Melbourne provides professional guidance to help eligible applicants prepare and lodge a strong Carer Visa application.
- Visa Requirements
Carer Visa (Subclass 836) Requirements
To be eligible for the Carer Visa (Subclass 836), you must generally meet the following requirements:
- Be inside Australia when you lodge the application and when a decision is made.
- Be sponsored by an eligible Australian relative or their partner.
- Be willing and able to provide ongoing substantial care and support to an eligible relative or a member of their household.
- The person needing care must have a long-term medical condition and no reasonable access to appropriate care options in Australia.
- Hold or have held an eligible substantive visa (subject to visa requirements).
- Meet the required health and character requirements.
- Sign the Australian Values Statement if applicable.
- Provide all supporting documents requested by the Department of Home Affairs.
- SIMPLE AUSTRALIAN VISA PROCESS
Your Carer Visa (Subclass 836) Journey in 3 Simple Steps
Eligibility Assessment
Our migration professionals assess your circumstances, confirm your eligibility, review the sponsor's requirements, and advise on the documents needed to support your application.
Prepare & Lodge Your Application
We help prepare your visa application, organise supporting evidence, complete the required forms, and lodge your application with the Department of Home Affairs.
Ongoing Support Until Decision
After lodgement, we monitor your application, respond to any requests for additional information, and guide you through every stage until a visa decision is made.
Need Help with Your Carer Visa 836? We're Here to Guide You
Whether you’re caring for a parent, sibling, or another eligible relative, Ozmate Migration is ready to help you navigate the Carer Visa process with confidence. From assessing your eligibility to preparing and lodging your application, our experienced migration professionals provide reliable support every step of the way.
Speak with Ozmate Migration today and take the first step towards securing your Carer Visa (Subclass 836) with trusted professional assistance.
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- Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Carer Visa (Subclass 836)?
The Carer Visa (Subclass 836) is a permanent Australian visa for eligible applicants already in Australia who need to provide ongoing care to an Australian relative or a member of their household with a long-term medical condition.
2. Who is eligible for the Carer Visa (Subclass 836)?
You may be eligible if you are in Australia, are sponsored by an eligible Australian relative or their partner, meet health and character requirements, and the person needing care has no reasonable access to suitable care in Australia.
3. Is the Carer Visa (Subclass 836) a permanent visa?
Yes. The Carer Visa (Subclass 836) grants permanent residency, allowing you to live, work, and study in Australia, access Medicare, and apply for Australian citizenship if you meet the eligibility requirements.
4. How can Ozmate Migration Melbourne help with a Carer Visa (Subclass 836)?
Ozmate Migration Melbourne provides professional assistance with eligibility assessments, document preparation, application lodgement, and ongoing support throughout the Carer Visa (Subclass 836) process to help maximise the chances of a successful outcome.
