Adoption visa (subclass 102)

The Adoption visa (subclass 102) is a permanent visa that allows children adopted from overseas to live in Australia with their adoptive parents. Here's an overview of the subclass 102 visa:

1. Eligibility: To be eligible for the Adoption visa (subclass 102), the child must:
   • Be adopted by an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
   • Be under 18 years of age at the time of the adoption.
   • Meet health and character requirements.
2. Adoption Process: The adoption process for the subclass 102 visa typically involves several stages:
   • The adoptive parents must obtain an adoption assessment from the relevant Australian state or territory authority.
   • The adoption must be recognized under Australian law and meet the requirements of the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption (if applicable).
   • The adoptive parents must lodge a visa application for the child and provide evidence of the adoption process, including legal adoption documents and the adoption assessment.
3. Application Process: The application process for the subclass 102 visa involves submitting a complete visa application, including supporting documentation, to the Department of Home Affairs. This may include documents such as the child's birth certificate, adoption order, medical examination reports, and police clearance certificates.
4. Permanent Residency: Once granted, the Adoption visa (subclass 102) allows the child to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely. It also provides access to Medicare, Australia's public healthcare system, and other social benefits available to permanent residents.
5. Assurance of Support (AoS): The adoptive parents may be required to provide an Assurance of Support (AoS) to demonstrate their ability to support the child financially for their first few years in Australia. This is a legal commitment to provide financial assistance if needed.
6. Sponsorship: The adoptive parents must sponsor the child for the subclass 102 visa. They must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens and meet certain sponsorship requirements.
7. Migration Agent Assistance: While it's possible to apply for an Adoption visa without assistance, many adoptive parents choose to seek the help of a registered migration agent to navigate the complex application process and ensure they meet all the requirements.

Overall, the Adoption visa (subclass 102) provides a pathway for children adopted from overseas to live with their adoptive parents in Australia on a permanent basis. It's important to familiarize yourself with the specific requirements and guidelines for this visa subclass and to provide thorough and accurate documentation to support the application.