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Adoption visa (subclass 102)
This visa lets children adopted outside Australia remain in Australia with their adoptive parent.
At a Glance
From AUD 3,235.00
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The child must
- have been under 18 years of age when adopted, when they lodge an application and when we make a decision
- be outside Australia when the application is made and when we make a decision
- be adopted or in the process of being adopted by their sponsor parent.
The child may be eligible for COVID-19 visa concessions.
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With this visa the child can
- remain in Australia indefinitely with their adoptive parent
- work and study in Australia
- enrol in Australia's public healthcare scheme, Medicare
- sponsor their relatives to come to Australia
- attend free English language classes provided by the Adult Migrant English Program, if eligible
- lodge an application for Australian citizenship, if eligible.