For those who have no close relatives left overseas, Australia’s Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115 & 835) offers a permanent residency (PR) pathway to reunite with their last remaining family in Australia.

 

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�� Visa Overview

This permanent visa allows successful applicants to:
✅ Live indefinitely in Australia
✅ Work & study without restrictions
✅ Access Medicare (public healthcare)
✅ Enroll children in local schools (at domestic student rates)
✅ Apply for citizenship after meeting residency requirements

Two Streams:

Subclass 115 (Offshore): Must apply from outside Australia.

Subclass 835 (Onshore): Can apply from within Australia (with bridging visa rights).

 

 

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�� Eligibility Requirements

✔ Be the "last remaining relative" of an Australian citizen/PR/eligible NZ citizen.
✔ Have no other close relatives outside Australia (parents, siblings, or non-dependent children).
✔ Meet health & character checks.
✔ Provide a sponsor (your relative or their partner in Australia).

 

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�� Costs & Processing Time

1st Installment: AUD $5,125 (on application).

2nd Installment: AUD $2,065 (before grant).

Current Queue (May 2025): Processing applications lodged before Feb 2013 (12+ year wait).

 

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�������� Who Should Apply?

Those with no family left overseas.

Seeking permanent reunion with parents/siblings in Australia.

Willing to wait long-term for PR.

 

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�� Key Considerations

⚠️ No other family overseas – Strict requirement.
⚠️ Extreme backlog – Prepare for a decade-long wait.
✅ Alternative options? Explore Parent Visas (143/804) if eligible.

 

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�� Final Thoughts

While the wait is painfully long, this visa offers a lifeline for families with nowhere else to go.

Need help assessing eligibility? Consult a registered migration agent.