Orphan Relative Visa 117

This visa lets a child who is single come to Australia to live with a relative if their parents are deceased, can't care for them or can't be found.

Overview

The Orphan Relative visa (Subclass 117) lets a child outside Australia live permanently with an eligible relative if their parents have died, are permanently incapacitated, or can’t be located. It provides a pathway for orphaned children to reunite with family in Australia.

What You Can Do with This Visa

Live, study and work in Australia.
Access to Australia’s Public Healthcare Scheme.
Travel in and out of Australia for 5 years from visa grant.
Apply for Australian citizenship when eligible.

Eligibility

The child must be outside Australia at application and grant.
Must be under 18, single, and dependent.
Parents are deceased, permanently incapacitated, or can’t be found.
Must have an eligible sponsor (relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen).
Must meet health and character requirements.

How to Apply

Confirm eligibility and secure an eligible sponsor.
Prepare documents (proof of identity, relationship, parental status, sponsor’s citizenship or residency proof).
Lodge application online or by paper through Immi Account.
Wait for processing, once approved, the child can travel and live permanently in Australia.