Child Visas and Character Requirements: What Parents Should Know

For parents who are planning to apply for a child visa (Subclass 101 or Subclass 802) for their children, understanding the visa criteria, such as health and character requirements, is important to meet the visa requirements. The character requirement ensures that individuals entering Australia do not pose a risk to the community or engage in possible harmful behaviour. While this is a significant factor in adult visa applications, it also holds importance when applying for child visas.

How does Character Requirement relate to Child Visas?

Typically, the character requirement applies to child visa applicants who are over 16. However, parents should still be aware of potential concerns for younger children.
While criminal records are unlikely in young children, their broader conduct, including their health or medical conditions, may risk the visa application due to a concern about Australian health resources.
Parents with significant criminal records may impact their child’s visa application as well.

How are Character Requirements Assessed?

Similarly to assessing an adult visa applicant’s character, older children who reach the age threshold may be required to provide their police checks. Hence, it is highly suggested to speak with an Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law to address the issue with a legal submission involving the laws, case studies and more.
If there are any parental issues that indicate a risk to the Australian community, it could potentially affect the child’s visa assessment.

How can Agape Henry Crux help?

If the child has character issues to address, speak to one of our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law, Jason Ling or Angela De Silva, at Agape Henry Crux for assistance with your complex visa matter. Our team of immigration lawyers specialises in handling highly complex matters. You may schedule an appointment with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.

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