445 — Dependent Child visa (subclass 445)

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445 — Dependent Child visa (subclass 445)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Application Fee

3,235 AUD

Stay Duration

Temporary (valid until a decision is made on the parent's permanent Partner visa application)

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

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Living in Australia

Cost of Living

1% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryA$67,200

Quality of Life

190/200

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Overview

The Australian Dependent Child visa (subclass 445) allows a child of a temporary partner visa holder (subclass 309 or 820) to remain in Australia while the parent awaits a decision on their permanent partner visa.

The visa is temporary, valid until the parent's permanent partner visa (subclass 100 or 801) is decided or withdrawn. Children must be under 18, or 18-25 if studying full-time and financially dependent. The application fee is AUD 3,235; the child can later be added to the parent's permanent visa at no extra charge.

This visa is ideal for dependent children of Australian partner visa holders (subclass 309 or 820) who need lawful status while the parent's permanent residence application is pending.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be the biological, step, or adopted child of a parent who holds a temporary Partner visa (subclass 309 or 820)

Must be dependent on the parent holding the temporary Partner visa

Must be sponsored by the same person who sponsors the parent's Partner visa

Must be under 18 years old, or between 18 and 25 years old if meeting specific dependency criteria (e.g. studying full-time and financially dependent)

Must meet health and character requirements

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Confirmation of parent's temporary partner visa status (subclass 309 or 820)

Evidence of child's relationship to parent (birth or adoption certificate)

Form 40SP signed by the sponsor

Proof of dependency (financial statements, receipts, enrollment letters if aged 18-25)

Police clearance certificates if aged 16 or over

Application Process

The sponsor completes and lodges the sponsorship form (Form 40SP)

Prepare identity and dependency documents

Lodge the subclass 445 visa application online via ImmiAccount or via paper

Pay the application fee

Undergo health assessments and provide police clearances if requested

Once granted, ensure the child is added to the parent's permanent Partner visa application (subclass 100 or 801) before that decision is made

Application Forms

Go to application portal

Form 918 Application for a subclass 445 (temporary) visa by a dependent child	Fill online
Form 1002 Application by a subclass 445 dependent child for a permanent partner visa	Fill online

Verified Claims (15)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps	The sponsor completes and lodges the sponsorship form (Form 40SP); Prepare identity and dependency d…	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Fee Breakdown	Base Application Charge: 3235 AUD	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Fees	Base application fee starts from AUD 3,235.	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Forms	Form 918; Form 1002	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Job Offer Required	false	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Application Portal	https://online.immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/lusc/login	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Official Info	https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/dependent-child-445	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Max Age	25	immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

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