ADOPTION VISA (102)
Adoption Visa Overview
The Adoption Visa allows children adopted outside Australia to live with their adoptive parents in Australia.
Eligibility Criteria for the Child
To qualify for an adoption visa, the child must:
- Be outside Australia at the time of application.
- Be under 18 years old at three stages:
- When they were adopted.
- When the visa application is submitted.
- When the visa decision is made.
- Be legally adopted or in the process of being legally adopted by their parent.
Eligibility Criteria for the Sponsor
The sponsor must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Be the child’s adoptive parent or soon-to-be adoptive parent.
Additional Information
For guidance and support with your Adoption Visa application, feel free to contact us at [xxx] or [xxx].
Disclaimer
The information provided here is general in nature and does not constitute professional immigration advice. Visa regulations and requirements may change without prior notice. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, this information should not be relied upon for immigration decisions.
We highly recommend consulting a registered migration agent or immigration lawyer to address your specific circumstances before making any decisions.
Please note: Any immigration advice provided falls under the definition of immigration assistance as outlined in s276 of the Migration Act 1958. It does not include advice beyond the scope of immigration assistance under this act.
