Family Visa
A Family Visa is a type of visa that allows individuals to join or live with family members who are already residents or citizens of a country. It is often used for purposes such as spouse reunification, child dependency, or care of elderly relatives. A Family Visa lets a person move to a country based on a close family relationship with someone who is a citizen, permanent resident, or legal resident of that country.
Common relationships covered:
- Spouse or civil partner
- Fiance(e) or intended civil partner
- Children (minor dependents)
- Parents or elderly dependent relatives
- In some countries: siblings or extended family (rare)
General Eligibility Criteria For Family Visa
| Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| Proof of Relationship | Legal documents such as marriage certificates, birth certificates, etc. |
| Sponsor Status | The family member in the country must be a citizen, permanent resident, or visa holder |
| Financial Requirements | The sponsor must prove they can support the applicant without public funds |
| Accommodation Requirement | Must have adequate accommodation for the family |
| Language Proficiency | In some countries (e.g., UK, US), the applicant must know the national language |
| Background Checks | Clean criminal record and medical exam may be required |
Country-Based Visa Information For Family Visa
- Requirements: Sponsor must be a U.S. citizen or green card holder
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Eligible Family Members:
- Immediate relatives (spouse, unmarried children under 21, parents)
- Family preference categories (siblings, adult children)
- Process: File Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)
- Eligible Applicants: Spouse, partner, children, parents
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Requirements:
- Income threshold (e.g., £18,600/year for spouse visa)
- English language proficiency
- Genuine relationship proof
- Eligible Sponsors: Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Eligible Family Members: Spouse, common-law partner, dependent children, parents/grandparents
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Requirements:
- Meet income level (Low-Income Cut-Off)
- Sign sponsorship undertaking agreement
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Main Types:
- Partner visas (subclass 820/801 or 309/100)
- Parent visas
- Child visas
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Requirements:
- Proof of relationship
- Health and character checks
- Sponsor must be eligible (Australian citizen/permanent resident)
What are the documents required to apply for Family Visa ?
- Valid passport
- Proof of family relationship (birth/marriage certificate)
- Financial proof from sponsor (e.g., bank statements, job letter)
- Accommodation details
- Medical & police clearance
- Application forms and fees
