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Child of a Worker Visitor Visa

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Explore the five recorded questions, answers and sources for this pathway.

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Which family relationships qualify?

The qualifying family member is the worker's dependent child.

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Who may sponsor or bring the family member, and what immigration/citizenship status must that person hold?

The sponsor must hold an appropriate work visa; not all work visa holders can support a child's application.

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What is important for proving marriage, partnership, parentage, custody, dependency or another qualifying relationship?

The applicant must show parentage and that the children are single and dependent on the parent for support.

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What important financial, accommodation, insurance or maintenance responsibilities apply?

The parent may need to show sufficient money to support the children during their stay.

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How does the application work at a high level, what rights does the family member receive, how long does the status last, and how can it become independent or longer-term where officially stated?

The visa lasts for the same duration as the parent's work visa; children may study for up to 3 months, and a longer course requires a student visa. The official source does not state a path to independent or longer-term status.

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These are the answers currently recorded in the catalogue. A missing or partial answer is not an eligibility decision.

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