Overview
The Carer visa is a permanent visa for eligible applicants who need to care for an Australian relative (or a relative’s family member) with a long-term medical condition, where the person has no reasonable access to care options in Australia.
- Subclass 116: apply outside Australia
- Subclass 836: apply in Australia
Carer visas are also part of the Other Family category and are subject to capping and queueing.
What your application should show
- The medical need and why ongoing care is required
- Evidence the person has no reasonable access to care alternatives in Australia
- Proof of relationship and ability to provide care
Typical supporting documents (examples)
- Medical evidence (reports, assessments)
- Relationship documents (family records)
- Sponsor/relative status evidence in Australia
- A clear care plan and timeline
How we support you
We help organise medical and relationship evidence, structure a clear care narrative, and prepare a complete file aligned to the visa requirements.