Subclass 838 – Aged Dependent Relative Visa
Australia offers several family reunion visas to keep loved ones together, especially for elderly relatives who rely on family for day-to-day care. The Subclass 838 – Aged Dependent Relative Visa is one such pathway that allows older relatives who are financially dependent on their Australian family to live permanently in Australia.
This visa is particularly suited for applicants who are already in Australia and meet the age requirement for the Australian age pension.
What is the Subclass 838 Visa?
The 838 Aged Dependent Relative Visa is a permanent residence visa that allows an older person who relies on financial support from a relative in Australia to live with them permanently.
It is only available to applicants who are in Australia when they apply.
Key Features of the 838 Visa
- Grants permanent residency in Australia.
- Allows holders to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely.
- Access to Medicare (public healthcare).
- Pathway to Australian citizenship once eligibility is met.
Ability to sponsor certain family members to migrate to Australia
