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Family Migration Services | 5 Stars Migration

At 5 Stars Migration, we assist families in navigating complex Australian visa requirements, helping partners, parents, children, and dependent relatives reunite and secure permanent residency in Australia.

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Quick Reference Summary

Australian family visa categories, primary subclasses, key outcomes, and eligibility.

Partner Visas

Subclasses 820/801, 309/100, 300 • Permanent Residency • Married, de facto couples (12+ months), or engaged partners

Parent Visas

Subclasses 143/864, 103/804, 870 • Permanent PR or 3–10 Year Temporary Stay • Parents of Australian citizens, PR, or eligible NZ citizens

Child Visas

Subclasses 802/101, 445, 102, 117/837 • Permanent Residency • Dependent children under 18 (or under 25 full-time students)

Other Family Visas

Subclasses 836/116, 835/115, 838/114 • Permanent Residency • Relatives needing care, sole remaining family members, or aged dependents

1. Partner Visas

Comprehensive pathway management for married, de facto, and prospective marriage couples.

Onshore & Offshore Streams

Subclass 820/801 & 309/100: Two-stage pathway (Temporary to PR) granting full work, study, and Medicare rights.

Prospective Marriage (Subclass 300)

For engaged couples to enter Australia, marry within 9–15 months, and transition directly to a Partner Visa.

4-Pillar Evidence Strategy

We build comprehensive proof across Financial, Household, Social, and Commitment pillars to meet Department standards.

2. Parent Visas

Reunite with your parents in Australia through permanent and temporary pathways.

Contributory Stream (143 / 864)

Faster permanent residency pathways with full Medicare access for standard or aged parents.

Temporary Contributory (173 / 884)

2-year temporary option to spread government fees before converting to permanent PR status.

Non-Contributory (103 / 804)

Lower-cost permanent options with extensive queue wait times.

Sponsored Temporary (Subclass 870)

Stay up to 3 or 5 years (renewable to 10 years) without passing the Balance of Family Test.

3. Child Visas

Dedicated migration pathways to bring dependent, adopted, and orphan children to Australia.

Child Visa (802 Onshore / 101 Offshore)

Direct permanent residency for dependent biological, step, or adopted children.

Dependent Child (Subclass 445)

Temporary visa for children of parents currently holding a temporary partner visa.

Specialized Adoption & Orphan Streams

Custom assistance for Adoption Visas (Subclass 102) and Orphan Relative Visas (Subclasses 117/837).

4. Other Family Visas

Support for specialized family circumstances, including carers, remaining relatives, and aged dependents.

Carer Visas (Subclass 836/116)

For relatives migrating to care for an Australian citizen/PR with a serious medical condition.

Remaining Relative (835/115)

For individuals whose only near relatives reside permanently in Australia.

Aged Dependent Relative (838/114)

For single, elderly relatives dependent on an Australian family member for financial support.

Why Choose 5 Stars Migration?

Trusted, end-to-end legal support across Australia and internationally.

Empathy & Legal Accuracy

Complete handling of custody, sponsorship and relationship evidence.

Bridging Visa Strategy

Ensuring onshore applicants remain legally in Australia during application processing.

Upfront Guidance

Clear timelines and fee structures without hidden surprises.

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Reunite With Your Loved Ones

Get in touch with 5 Stars Migration for strategic, compassionate family visa guidance across Australia.