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Name: Parish Patience Immigration Lawyers
Brand: Parish Patience
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Rating: 5 (493 reviews)
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Do you want to bring your child along in Australia while your own partner visa application is being processed? It’s possible by applying for a subclass 445 visa or the Dependent Child visa Australia. If you’re uncertain or overwhelmed about the legal processes, our subclass 445 visa experts at Parish Patience can help you explore your options and
process your application without delay. Speak to one of our legal experts today!

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Why Apply for a Dependent Child Subclass 445 Visa?

While parents holding a temporary partner visa are waiting for the processing of their application for a permanent partner visa, they can also apply for dependent child visa offshore subclass 445 for their children. If successful, it allows them to:

Temporarily stay in Australia during their visa’s validity period;
Legally study in their chosen field while their visa remains valid;
Be permitted to work in Australia;
Legally travel to and from the country before their visa expires;
Transition or eventually apply for permanent residence, provided they meet all conditions and requirements.

While 445 visa holders cannot extend their visa’s validity under this subclass category, they may apply to a different visa category that are best suited to their current circumstances.

This can be a time-consuming, exhausting, and confusing process. If you have questions or need professional assistance on your visa application, our experienced migration consultants can help you better understand your requirements and your chances.

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Eligibility Requirements for Subclass 445

Ready to gather all the documents and submit your subclass 445 visa application form? But first, your child must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Applicant must be a dependent child of the parent holding a visa
Applicant must be sponsored by the nominator of the parent holding a visa
Applicant must prove dependence on a parent holding a visa
Applicant must be younger than 18 years old
If applicant is over the age limit, applicant must prove financial dependence on the parent who holds a temporary
Partner or Dependent Child visa
Applicant must be in overall good health and of good moral character
Applicant must sign the Australian values statement if applicant is 18 years old or above
Applicant must have paid back debt owed to the Australian government, if any
If under 18 years old, applicant must secure consent to travel to Australia

Subclass 445 Documentary Checklist

After learning about the eligibility requirements and ensuring your child is indeed eligible, the next step is to create a checklist and gather all the documents needed for the 445 visa application, which are as follows:

An electronically downloadable copy of Form 918 (mandatory)
Form 956 or 965A IF using a migration agent/authorised representative
Payments for the Base Visa Application Charge and other additional charges
Bio-data page of your child’s passport and photo (copy only)
Bio-data page of the visa-holding parent’s foreign passport/travel document (copy only)
Bio-data page of the sponsor’s passport/travel document (copy only)
Child’s birth certificate (copy only)
All pages of the family book or household register where the child presently resides
For adopted children, the adoption papers or the Adoption Compliance Certificate (copy only)
Proof of sponsor’s Australian citizenship, possession of permanent visa, or eligibility as a New Zealand citizen

Avoid being overwhelmed by the stress of 445 visa applications and let our licensed migration experts do the legal work for you.

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Since 1888, we’ve maintained a good reputation as a leading law firm in Australia. You can count on our lawyers and migration consultants to expertly answer all your questions and guide you through all stages of your visa application.

Countless Success Stories of Families Reunited

Our Immigration Lawyers have been helping families reunite in Australian soil through successful visa applications. Whether that’s for dependent children visas, partner visas, or student visas, our migration agents can bring your dream of permanent residence sooner rather than never.

Personalized Assistance Throughout the Process

We don’t treat you as just another one of our clients. Instead, we treat you as a human being who genuinely needs assistance to help you move forward with your visa application. We therefore offer a personalised legal service to help you better understand your status without any unnecessary legal jargon.

Commitment to Timely and Successful Visa Grants

While processing times for individual cases vary a lot, it shouldn’t take longer than the average waiting times. You can expect that your visa application under our specialised care will be taken care of and handled in a timely manner.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Got some more questions we can help you with? We’ve answered some of the most
frequently asked enquiries for subclass 445 visas below.

What is subclass 445 visa Australia?

A dependent child visa or the subclass 445 visa in Australia allows a dependent child to legally stay in Australia while the visa-holding parent’s application for permanent residence is still in progress. This visa stream is for parents who hold either a Partner (Provisional) visa (subclass 309), a Partner visa (subclass 820), or a Dependent Child visa (subclass 445).

How long does it take to get a child visa in Australia?

Processing times vary depending on the complexity of the case and the number of cases being handled at the time. But in general, the standard processing time for subclass 445 visas is approximately 12 months or more.

What is the age limit for child visa?

The age limit for child dependent visa Australia or the subclass 445 visa is 18 years old. Exemptions can be made for older children who can demonstrate physical and financial dependence on the visa-holding parent.

How much is a 445 visa Australia?

According to the Department of Home Affairs’ website, the cost for a 445 visa Australia starts from AUD3,055. However, these fees are subject to change so it’s always advisable to consult with a migration expert for accurate and updated information.

Can a child visa be rejected?

A child visa application can be rejected on the grounds of failing to fulfil the eligibility requirements, such as concerns with health, character, age limit, and fraudulent/missing documentary requirements.