Child Visa - Subclass 101

The Subclass 102Adoption Visa allows children adopted from overseas to become permanent residents of Australia. This visa is for children under 18 years of age who have been adopted or are in the process of being adopted by an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.

Immigration Gurus can simplify preparing and submitting your child’s Adoption Child Visa 102 application. Get in touch with us to learn more about how immigration experts can help.

What is the Adoption Visa 102? — eligibility and sponsor requirements

The Child Visa Subclass 102 is a permanent visa that enables adopted children from overseas to join their adoptive parents in Australia. This visa is necessary for parents who have legally adopted a child outside Australia and ensures the child can enjoy the same rights and privileges as other Australian residents.

To qualify for the Visa Subclass 102, the child must:

  • Be under 18 years of age.
  • Be legally adopted or in the process of adoption by an eligible Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • Be outside Australia at the time of application and visa grant.
  • Meet health and character requirements.

A sponsoring parent must:

  • Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • Have adopted the child through an intercountry adoption process or be in the process of adoption.
  • Meet Australian legal adoption requirements.

How to apply for the Adoption Visa (Subclass 102)

Confirm eligibility

Ensure the child and adoptive parents meet all visa and adoption requirements.

Gather necessary documents, including:

Ensure the child and adoptive parents meet all visa and adoption requirements.

  • Legal adoption papers or proof of pending adoption.
  • Birth certificate and identity documents.
  • Evidence of sponsorship from the adoptive parents.
  • Medical and character clearances.

Complete the Subclass 102 Visa application form

This must be lodged while the child is outside Australia.

Submit the application

Applications can be lodged online or via a paper submission.

Await processing

Immigration authorities will assess the application and may request additional documents.

Receive the visa grant

The child can then travel to Australia to begin their new life.

How long does the 102 Visa take? Processing timeless and next steps

The 102 Visa processing time depends on individual circumstances, application completeness and application backlog. According to the Department of Home Affairs’s Global Visa Processing Times tool, Subclass 102 Visa application forms can be processed at various stages with:

  • 50% of applications processed in six months
  • 90% of applications processed in 16 months

Once the Child Adoption Visa 102 is granted:

  • The child can enter Australia and live permanently.
  • They can enrol in schools and access government support services.
  • If eligible, they can apply for Australian citizenship.
  • If the child needs to travel after five years, they must apply for a Resident Return Visa (RRV) to maintain their re-entry rights.

Obtain an Adoption Visa in Australia for your adopted child with Immigration Gurus

Bringing an adopted child to Australia can be filled with emotional and mental challenges. Let Immigration Gurus take the guesswork out of preparing and filing your child’s Adoption Visa so that you can make the transition for your child as easy as possible. Our highly experienced team assists with other visa Subclasses, including Subclass 101 and Subclass 837.

For more information about 102 Visa requirements in Australia, contact one of our immigration experts today.

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