Carer Visa (Subclass 166 and 836)

Allows individuals to stay in Australia to care for a relative with medical needs

Carer Visa (Subclass 166 and 836)

Carer visa Australia allows an applicant to live in Australia permanently to provide care for a relative with a long term medical condition or support a relative to take care of a family member.

Carer Visa Australia offers a pathway for those who wish to be with their family members in Australia and provide them with the necessary care and support. To qualify for the Carer Visa, applicants must demonstrate that a relevant person, such as the applicant or their relative, cannot access the required care in Australia through other means, such as support from other relatives, welfare services, nursing community services, and more.

FAQs –

Subclass 116 is for applicants applying from outside Australia, while Subclass 836 is for those already in Australia. Both allow you to care for a relative with a long-term medical condition. IndeedVisa helps determine the right subclass for your situation.

You can care for an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand relative who has a medical condition and no reasonable access to care. At IndeedVisa, we assess eligibility and guide you through medical and relationship requirements.

The Carer Visa (Subclass 116 and 836) allows a person to live in Australia permanently to provide ongoing care and support to a relative with a long-term medical condition. The applicant must be sponsored by that relative. Indeedvisa helps assess your eligibility and prepares a solid application to demonstrate genuine care needs and family support requirements.

Yes, investment requirements vary by visa stream. For example, the Investor stream under Subclass 188 requires an investment of AUD 2.5 million or more, while the Significant Investor stream requires AUD 5 million. Indeedvisa provides personalised guidance on selecting the right investment pathway and ensures you meet the financial thresholds and legal obligations.