Sponsored Family Visitor Visa 600 Makes It Easier Than Ever to Bring Loved Ones to Australia

Vikrant Gungash
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By Vikrant Singh, July 13, 2025

Why Choose the Sponsored Family Stream?

Australia’s Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – Sponsored Family Stream is purpose-built for citizens and permanent residents who want parents, siblings or other close relatives to visit for holidays, milestones or caregiving. Unlike the standard Tourist stream, this pathway:

links the application to a family sponsor, boosting approval prospects
allows stays of up to 12 months in a single trip
permits short-term study or training (≤ 3 months) and tourism activities .

Quick-Glance Facts (2025)

Feature	Details (Sponsored Family Stream)	Why It Matters
Stay period	Up to 12 months	Plenty of time for newborn support, extended holidays or caregiving
Visa charge	AUD 200 for the applicant Immigration and citizenship Website	Same as standard Visitor visa—no extra fee for sponsorship
Security bond	Usually AUD 5,000–15,000 per person (refundable)	Demonstrates sponsors will ensure visitors depart on time
Sponsor eligibility	Australian citizen/PR, ≥ 18 yrs & “settled” ≥ 2 years in Australia	Confirms strong local ties & financial capacity
Work rights	None	For visiting only; breach leads to cancellation
Processing	Check live Visa Processing Time Guide; most 2025 decisions < 8 weeks	Apply early—peak seasons extend queues

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Who Can You Sponsor?

You may sponsor your:

spouse/de-facto partner, child, parent, sibling, grand-parent/child, aunt/uncle, niece/nephew (step relatives included)
multiple applicants in one batch (handy for mum + dad)
not fiancé(e)s, in-laws, cousins or friends—use the Tourist stream instead.

Step-by-Step Application Roadmap

Confirm sponsor eligibility
- Australian citizen/PR, over 18, settled ≥ 2 years.
- Prepare ID & evidence of relationship (birth or marriage certificates).
Complete Form 1149 – Application for Sponsorship for Sponsored Family Visitors (scan & sign digitally). Immigration and citizenship Website
Visitor lodges online Subclass 600 application in ImmiAccount, attaching:
- Form 1149 + sponsor documents
- Passport bio pages, photo, itinerary, evidence of ties back home.
Pay visa charge (AUD 200) and submit biometrics if requested.
Bond request (if any) – The Department emails the sponsor to lodge the security bond; pay in full via bank cheque or EFT before a decision.
Visa grant – Sponsorship obligations begin; visitor must heed condition 8531 (no overstay).
Refund of bond – Automatically released when visitor exits Australia within validity.

Sponsor Obligations at a Glance

Ensure the visitor obeys visa conditions & leaves before expiry.
Repay any public health debts the visitor incurs.
Keep contact details up to date; notify Home Affairs if circumstances change.
Failure to comply can trigger bond forfeiture and bar you from future sponsorships for five years .

Tips to Speed Up Approval in 2025

Apply well before peak travel months (Jun-Aug & Nov-Jan).
Upload all documents in PDF—missing files push applications to the back of the queue.
Demonstrate strong “return-home” incentives (employment letters, property deeds) to minimise bond size.
Avoid last-minute medical treatment plans—Subclass 600 isn’t for elective care.
Sponsors should keep bank statements ready (showing bond amount) in case Home Affairs assesses financial capacity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can my parents apply together?Yes. Submit one sponsorship but separate visa forms—attach the same Form 1149 to each file.

Q. Is the bond always required?Not always. Low-risk profiles (retirees with strong home ties) may skip the bond, saving thousands.

Q. Can I extend their stay beyond 12 months?Possibly, but they must apply for a further Visitor Visa before the first one expires and pay a higher subsequent temporary application charge (currently AUD 380). Immigration and citizenship Website

Ready to Bring Family Closer?

The Sponsored Family Visitor Visa offers peace of mind for Aussies eager to host loved ones without immigration guesswork. Act early, prepare thorough evidence and you’ll soon be waving family through the arrivals gate—no stress, full compliance.

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