Care Work Visa
Care Work Visa
The care work visa subclass 836 allows individuals to move to Australia to provide essential care and support to a relative with a long-term or permanent medical condition. This visa is designed for people who are ready to help their loved ones with daily living needs when no other care options are available in Australia. With this visa, you can live, work, and access healthcare in Australia while supporting your family member. It’s a pathway to stay close to your loved ones while building a stable life. The carer visa also opens doors to Australia permanent residency and future citizenship, if eligible.
GIEC Global Australia offers expert help to make your care visa journey smooth and successful.
Advantages of Carer Visa 836
- Live in Australia with your family member who needs care
- Stay permanently in Australia
- Access healthcare through Medicare
- Apply for Australian citizenship (if eligible)
- Get full work rights in Australia
- Sponsor other family members later
- No points test or skilled occupation list needed
- Gives peace of mind to your loved one
- You don’t need to be a professional nurse
- Perfect for those already in Australia on a temporary visa
Features of Carers Visa
The Carer Visa (Subclass 836) allows a person already in Australia to stay permanently and provide care to a relative with a long-term medical condition. This visa is for those whose family member cannot get the care they need from any other source in Australia. You must live in Australia while applying. The visa gives full work rights, access to healthcare, and a pathway to citizenship. It does not need you to be a trained medical worker. It’s a family-focused visa for compassionate situations.
Carer Visa 836 Processing Time and Cost
Processing time for Carer Visa 836 may take up to 7 years, depending on demand and documents. It is part of the Family visa stream, which has limited spots. Carer visa 836 waiting times are common, so early application is best.
The visa application fee starts from AUD 2,055* with possible extra charges for health checks, biometrics, or police certificates.
Staying updated with visa rules is important. GIEC Global can help make the process easier and smoother.
Carers Visa Requirements
- You must be in Australia while applying
- You must be sponsored by your relative needing care
- The person needing care must have a long-term or permanent medical condition
- A medical report from a government-approved doctor is required
- No other person in Australia should be able to provide the care
- You must be willing to provide daily care and support
- Meet Australian health and character requirements
- You must not hold a visa with a “no further stay” condition
- Must agree to live with or near the person needing care
Eligibility Criteria for Carer Visa 836
You are eligible for a Carer Visa 836 if you:
- Are in Australia while applying
- Are willing to give care to a relative with a serious medical issue
- Are sponsored by that relative (or their family member)
- Meet Australian health and character requirements
- Can give care for a long-term or permanent condition
- Cannot find any other suitable carer in Australia
- Have a genuine relationship with the person needing care
- Are not currently holding a visa that has a “no further stay” condition
You do not need formal training, but the care must be regular and necessary.
Why Choose GIEC Global for Care Work Visa?
- Expert in family and carer visas
- Provide simple and step-by-step support
- Help with forms, documents and medical reports
- Friendly and caring staff
- Offices in Australia, India, Sri Lanka and more
- Help reduce visa delays and rejections
- Experience with complex visa cases
- Free first consultation available
- Trusted by thousands of clients
- Stay updated with latest visa rules
GIEC Global is the leading Immigration consultant in Australia and makes your Care Work Visa process smooth, stress free and successful.
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Faqs
GIEC Global is one of the best consultancies for the care work visa. With expert visa consultants and strong knowledge of Australian immigration, they help you with every step—from documents to application and follow-ups. They offer personalised guidance, making the carer visa process smooth and stress-free.
- Check if you are eligible
- Get sponsorship from your relative
- Get a medical assessment for the person needing care
- Gather all required documents
- Apply for the visa while staying in Australia
- Pay the visa fees
- Wait for visa decision and provide more information if asked
- If approved, receive your permanent visa
A sponsor must be the person needing care or their close family member. The sponsor must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. They must agree to support you and provide a place to live. The sponsor should also show that no one else in Australia can give the required care.
The base application fee for Carer Visa 836 is AUD 2,055*. Additional charges may apply for health checks, biometrics, police certificates, or if there are family members included in the application. GIEC Global can help you understand the total cost and avoid any hidden expenses.
