Dependent Child Visa – Subclass 445

A Dependent Child (subclass 445) visa is a temporary visa for a dependent child, whose parent holds a temporary Partner (subclass 820 or 309) visa or a Dependent Child (subclass 445) visa. A child can apply for a Dependent Child (subclass 445) visa so that they can be added to their parent’s permanent Partner (subclass 801 or 100) visa application.

To be granted a Dependent Child (subclass 445) visa, the child must not be engaged to be married or have a spouse or de facto partner. If the child is over 18 years of age they must also be financially dependent on their parent who holds a temporary Partner (subclass 820 or 309) visa or a Dependent Child (subclass 445) visa.

A Dependent Child (subclass 445) visa ia a temporary visa that allows a child to travel to or remain in Australia for the same period as their parent’s temporary Partner (subclass 820 or 309) visa.

After a child is granted a Dependent Child (subclass 445) visa, they must immediately apply for the same permanent partner visa as their parent.