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Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115)
Overview: Looking to reunite with your last close family in Australia? The Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115) lets you live there permanently if your only close relatives are Australian citizens or residents. It’s a big step toward making family your everyday, not just a holiday.
This type of visa is for people who have a close relative living in Australia (who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen) but none in any other country.
Requirements
Applicants must:
- have a brother, sister, parent (or step-equivalent) who is an Australian citizen. Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen usually resident in Australia.
- Have the consent and sponsorship of that family member relative
- have no brothers, sisters, non-dependent children, parents (or step-equivalent) other than those in Australia. The same applies for the applicant’s partner/spouse
- meet health requirements
- meet character requirements
Other family members may be included in the application if they meet certain requirements.
Successful applicants may:
- work and/or study in Australia
- receive government benefits such as subsidized healthcare
sponsor people for permanent residence (subject to waiting periods and certain restrictions relating to that visa)
Take Away Points
🌏 Live close to your only remaining family in Australia
📄 Apply from outside Australia for this visa
💬 Enjoy permanent residency once approved
🛡 Access Medicare and work rights for life
🏡 Build your future together in Australia