
Family visa
In order to bring family members together in a foreign nation, a family visa is required. A family member—a spouse or partner, parent, sibling, or child—who is already residing in a foreign nation and you wish to join them is typically required in order to be eligible for a family visa.
A family visa enables people to join relatives who are already living abroad. It is often referred to as a family reunification visa or a family sponsorship visa. The particular conditions and steps involved in acquiring a family visa differ based on the immigration regulations of the nation and the applicant-sponsor relationship.
Different types of Family Visas:

Spouse Visa:
Allows spouses or legally recognized partners to join their spouse/partner in another country.
Parent Visa:
This type of family visa is suitable for you if you have a child who can sponsor you from a foreign country. Not all countries issue this type of visa, so you need to check availability beforehand.
Child Visa:
Enables children to join their parents who are residing in another country.
Dependent Visa:
Allows dependents (e.g., children, elderly parents) to join the primary visa holder in another country.
In addition to meeting financial and other eligibility requirements, applicants usually need to submit documentation of their link with the sponsor, such as marriage or birth certificates. Family visas are essential for preserving family harmony and helping newcomers settle into their new areas.
Family Visa Requirements
For a family visa application, you must prepare the following documents:
- Family visa application form.
- six-month valid passport
- Passport pictures.
- Proof of relationship:
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Marriage certificate
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Certificate of registration (for registered partnerships)
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Proof of co-habitation (joint bank accounts, rental agreements, etc.)
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Shared child custody
- Police certificate.
- Proof of accommodation.
- Biometric details.
- Paid visa fee (if required).
- Health insurance
The procedure of a family visa can take one to two years to complete. Depending on the sort of family visa you have, certain nations, like Australia, can let you remain there while your visa is being processed.
The cost of a family visa could range from $160 to $1,500. The fees are subject to change based on the kind of visa and any additional administrative expenses.
Typically, family visas are granted for five to ten years, matching the period of your partner's original visa. Should your partner be eligible for citizenship, you will also be granted citizenship.
Your application for a family visa may be rejected for one of the following reasons:
- You do not have a valid relationship with your family member.
- You and your family member do not have enough money to finance your stay.
- You submitted a false application.
- You got away with a crime.