Orphan Relative Visa - Subclass 837

Help your child secure a stable future | Orphan Relative Visa 837

The Orphan Relative Visa Subclass 837 is a permanent visa designed for children with no parents who can care for them and who have an eligible relative in Australia willing to provide sponsorship and support.

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Understanding the Orphan Relative Visa 837

The Orphan Relative Visa Subclass 837 is for children who are currently in Australia and have lost their parents due to death, physical or mental incapacity or disappearance. It grants the child permanent residency in Australia, allowing the child to live with a sponsoring relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.

The Visa 837 is essential for ensuring orphaned children are placed in a safe, supportive environment with a close family member in Australia.

Visa Subclass 837 eligibility and sponsor requirements — what you need to know

For parents investigating the Orphan Relative Visa Subclass 837, there are stringent eligibility requirements that both you and your child must meet.

To be eligible for the Visa Subclass 837, the child must:

  • Be under 18 years of age.
  • Have no parents capable of caring for them due to death, permanent incapacity or disappearance.
  • Not be married, engaged or in a de facto relationship.
  • Be currently in Australia at the time of application.
  • Meet Australian health and character requirements.

The sponsoring relative must be:

  • An Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • A close relative of the child, such as a grandparent, aunt, uncle or sibling.
  • Willing to provide long-term financial and living support for the child in Australia.

How long will it take? Orphan Relative Visa 837 processing times

The processing time for the Orphan Relative Visa 837 will come down to how complete your application is and the complexity of your case. Applications that require additional evidence or undergo further assessment may take longer to process. 

When you work with Immigration Gurus for your Orphan Relative Visa application, our migration experts will inform you of all the paperwork required to avoid unnecessary delays.

What if my Orphan Relative Visa is refused?

If your Orphan Relative Visa 837 is rejected, this is not the end of your child’s migration journey. The applicant may have options, including:

  • Appealing the decision through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).
  • Reviewing the application for missing documents or errors.
  • Reapplying with additional evidence to strengthen the case.

Need help applying for an Orphan Relative Visa? Immigration Gurus is here to help

Every child deserves the best standard of care in their visa applications. At Immigration Gurus, we specialise in assisting families in securing permanent visas for orphaned children. Whether you’re applying for a Subclass 837, 101 or 102 Visa, our team understands how emotional this process can be, which is why we handle every case with the utmost professionalism and compassion. 

Contact Immigration Gurus today for expert guidance and assistance with your Visa 837 application.

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