Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115)

For individuals whose only near relatives are living in Australia.

Why Choose the Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115)?

The Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115) is a permanent visa designed for individuals whose only close family members are living in Australia. It allows eligible applicants to move to Australia permanently and live with their family, offering a long-term solution for those who have no immediate relatives outside of Australia.

This visa is ideal for people who have been left behind and wish to reunite with their only remaining close family—helping to restore family connections and support networks in Australia.

Key Benefits of the Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115)

• Live permanently in Australia with your eligible relative

• Work and study freely across Australia

• Access Medicare and other public services

• Apply for Australian citizenship (if eligible)

• Sponsor other eligible family members in the future

• Travel in and out of Australia for five years

Who Can Apply for the Remaining Relative Visa?

You may be eligible if you are:

• A brother, sister, or child (or step equivalent) of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
• Someone who has no other close family members living outside Australia
• Outside Australia at the time of application and visa grant

You must not have a spouse, de facto partner, or other relatives who live outside Australia in a closer relationship to you than the relative in Australia.

Visa Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Subclass 115 visa, you must:

• Be the remaining close relative of an eligible sponsor in Australia
• Be sponsored by a parent, sibling, or step-relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
• Meet health and character requirements as per Australian immigration law
• Provide proof that you have no close relatives living outside Australia
• Agree to the Assurance of Support condition (provided by your sponsor)

Assurance of Support

Your Australian relative must:

• Provide an Assurance of Support (AoS)—a financial commitment that you will not rely on Australian government welfare
• Pay a bond, refundable after 10 years if no social security support is claimed
• Show willingness and ability to support you financially upon arrival

Health and Character Checks

Applicants must:

• Complete medical examinations to meet Australian health standards
• Provide police clearance certificates from all countries lived in for 12 months or more over the past 10 years (from age 16)

Who Can Be Included in the Application?

You can include:

• Your spouse or de facto partner
• Dependent children or stepchildren

All included applicants must meet visa requirements and be listed at the time of application.

Processing Time and Considerations

• The Subclass 115 visa is subject to capping and queuing, which means processing can take many years
• Lodging a complete and accurate application improves your chance of success and avoids unnecessary delays
• This visa is only available offshore, so applicants must be outside Australia during the entire process

Need Help with a Remaining Relative Visa Application?

At Rozario Enterprises, we understand how important family is—especially when you have no one else. Our experienced team of migration professionals offers compassionate and personalized support to help you reunite with your loved ones in Australia.

From preparing your sponsorship and proving your eligibility to submitting your application and following up with the Department of Home Affairs, we walk with you every step of the way.

Because no one should be left behind.
Choose Rozario Enterprises—your trusted partner in family migration and Remaining Relative Visa support.