A 457 Family Visa is for the immediate family of a Temporary Work (Subclass 457) Visa holder.
A Temporary Work (Subclass 457) visa holder can add their spouse or de facto partner and children to their visa as secondary applicants.
If you aren’t a 457 visa holder yet, choose the option that applies to you:
I want to apply for a 457 Visa with my family
I need an employer to sponsor me and my family on a 457 Visa
Adding a secondary applicant to a 457 Visa entitles a spouse or de facto partner and immediate family of a 457 Visa holder to enter and remain in Australia while the main applicant’s visa is valid. Secondary applicants can live, work and study while residing in Australia.
Applicants can include or add the following family members to their 457 visa:
Married or de facto partner
Dependent children / step-children
Adding family members:
457 Family members can be included on the original 457 visa application
Family members can be added to your 457 visa after approval
Employers must support visa applications for additional family members
Partners
the relationship is genuine and continuing
you live together, or do not live separately on a permanent basis
your partner is at least 18 years of age when the application is lodged (there are some exceptions)
you are not related by family (if you are in a de facto relationship)
you and your partner have a mutual commitment to a shared life to the exclusion of all others
Children
be your child or stepchild (in certain circumstances)
not be married, engaged or have a de facto partner
under 18, OR 18-22 and dependent on you/partner, OR over 23 and unable to earn a living due to limitations
English
Family members are not required to show evidence of their English level.
Age
Children 23 years and over cannot be included in your application (unless there are exceptional circumstances).
Health & Character
All family members must meet the health and character requirements. All applicants over 16 must provide police clearances. You may need Private Health Cover.
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