New Feature: Import Paper-Based Family Visas into ImmiAccount as of July 2025
Following the last update from the Department of Home Affairs (DoHA), visa applicants can import their paper-based Parent Visa applications into ImmiAccount; this feature has now been expanded to more paper-based visa applications. As of 23 July 2025, ImmiAccount now allow Child, Other Family, Former Resident and New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship visa applications to be imported.
While these visa applications for these visa subclasses must be lodged using a paper form, once the visa applicant receives an acknowledgement from DoHA, the applications can then be imported into ImmiAccount. This way it enables access to online services, including:
Attaching additional documents to the application
Viewing any correspondence sent to applicants, such as S56 or S57 letters
Updating applicant details
Viewing the status of the application
Lodging Bridging Visa (BV) applications
Using an online form to withdraw the application
What Visa Subclasses Can be Imported into ImmiAccount?
The new functionality applies to existing applications as well as newly lodged applications for the following visa subclasses:
Child Visas
For any Subclasses 101, 102 and 117 applications lodged on or after 1 April 2020, applicants can import their applications on ImmiAccount.
Other Family Visas
For any Subclasses 114, 115 and 116 applications lodged on or after 25 June 2020, applicants can import their applications on ImmiAccount.
Long-Term Resident Visas
Related:
Child Visas and Character Requirements: What Parents Should Know
What Happens if the Sponsor Fails the Character Test for Family Visas?
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
If you have any concerns regarding any of your family visa applications, consider speaking with one of our immigration lawyers at Agape Henry Crux. The team works together with our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law – Angela De Silva or Jason Ling. They specialise in handling highly complex matters and can assist you in exploring and strategising the best options to meet your visa objectives. You can book a consultation with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.
We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If this isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.
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