Remaining Relative visa (subclass 115)​

The Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115) is for individuals who have all their near relatives living in Australia, except for a single relative who is willing to sponsor them. This visa allows the applicant to live, work, and study in Australia permanently.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Relationship: The applicant must have no near relatives other than the sponsoring relative living in Australia.
2. Sponsorship: The applicant must be sponsored by a settled relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
3. Age: The applicant and sponsoring relative must meet age requirements.
4. Health and Character: Both the applicant and the sponsoring relative must meet health and character requirements.

Application Process:

1. Sponsorship Application: The sponsoring relative lodges a sponsorship application with the Department of Home Affairs.
2. Visa Application: Once sponsorship is approved, the applicant submits the visa application, including necessary documents such as identity proofs, relationship evidence, health assessments, and character documents.
3. Processing: The application undergoes thorough processing, during which additional documents may be requested.
4. Visa Grant: If the application is successful, the applicant receives a visa allowing them to live in Australia permanently.

Benefits and Privileges:

1. Permanent Residency: The visa grants permanent residency status in Australia.
2. Live and Work: Allows the applicant to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely.
3. Healthcare: Access to Australia’s healthcare scheme, Medicare.
4. Travel: Multiple entry and exits from Australia.
5. Social Services: Eligibility for certain social services and benefits.

FAQs:

Q: What documents are required to prove the relationship with the sponsoring relative?
A: Documents such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and statutory declarations from both parties can be used as evidence of the relationship.

Q: Is there an age limit for the sponsoring relative?
A: There is no specific age limit for the sponsoring relative, but they must meet character and health requirements.

Q: Can family members be included in the application?
A: No, only the applicant can be included in this visa application. Family members need to apply separately based on their eligibility.