Visitor Visa (subclass 600) — Sponsored Family Stream: Document Checklist
From Australia (Sponsor)
- Letter of sponsorship stating the invitee’s name(s), intended length of stay, purpose of travel, and which expenses the sponsor will cover.
- Passport copy of the sponsor and relevant family member(s).
- Proof of sponsor’s immigration status in Australia (copy of visa or residency evidence).
- Employer’s letter confirming employment details (if applicable).
- Recent payslips.
- Recent bank statement(s).
From Nepal (Applicant)
- Income-related documents (salary, business or tax evidence).
- Bank statements for the last 6 months. Note: unexplained large deposits may cause refusal.
- Lalpurja (land ownership document) and certified translation (if applicable).
- Property valuation report (if applicable).
- Fixed deposit certificate(s) (if applicable).
- Share investment proof (if applicable).
- Relationship certificate with family in Nepal and with the sponsor in Australia (if applicable).
Other Required Documents
- A completed visa application form.
- Certified copies of all passport pages (including biographical pages) for everyone named in the application.
- Certified evidence of any legal name changes (if applicable).
- Certified birth certificates for the applicant and any included persons, showing both parents’ names.
- Two MRP passport-sized photographs.
- Certified copies of marriage certificates or relationship registrations for all relevant people in the application.
- If in a de facto relationship: independent evidence of at least 12 months together (for example, joint bank statements or utility bills).
- If widowed, divorced or permanently separated: certified death certificate, divorce decree absolute, or statutory declaration/separation certificate.
If the Applicant Is Under 18
To avoid delays, submit the following documents when the applicant is under 18:
- Evidence that every person with legal authority to decide where the child lives consents to the travel (e.g., a statutory declaration).
- Certified copy of the child’s birth certificate.
- Form 1229 — consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under 18 (attach certified ID of parent(s)/guardian with photo and signature).
- If the child will stay with someone other than a parent/guardian/relative: a signed declaration from the person responsible in Australia (Form 1257 — undertaking declaration).
- Evidence of enrolment at school, college, or university (if applicable).
Original Documents
Original Nepalese documents are not required for submission if they are certified by a Notary Public. Documents originating from Australia may be submitted as scanned copies. Do not send original documents unless specifically requested by Immigration, the High Commission, or the Embassy.
If Documents Are Not in English
Any document not in English must be accompanied by a full, certified translation. Each translated document should include:
- Confirmation from the translator that the translation is accurate.
- Date of the translation.
- Translator’s full name, signature, and contact details.
Receiving Assistance (Agent or Representative)
- If an agent provides advice or lodges the application for you: submit Form 956 (Advice by a migration agent/exempt person). The agent completes the form and the applicant must sign it.
- If you want someone else to receive correspondence on your behalf: submit Form 956a (Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient). The agent completes the form and the applicant must sign it.
Visa Charges & Payment
Pay the applicable visa application charge at the time of application:
- If applying online: fees must be paid online during submission.
- If applying through an Australia Visa Application Centre (AVAC): pay the visa fee via Demand Draft and any AVAC service fees by Manager’s Cheque as instructed by the centre.
Note: This checklist is a guide to common requirements for the Sponsored Family Stream under subclass 600. Requirements may vary by case and by country — always confirm current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs or an authorised migration advisor before applying.