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Carer visas (subclasses 116 and 836)

For those coming to provide long-term care to a relative.

Overview

About this visa

Carer visas are for people who will provide substantial and continuing care to a relative with a long-term medical condition that affects their ability to attend to daily needs.

The subclass 116 is applied for from offshore and the subclass 836 from onshore. Both require an assessment showing genuine medical need and that care cannot reasonably be provided otherwise.

These are evidence-intensive cases, and we help gather the medical and relationship documentation that a strong application depends on.

This may suit you if

A relative needs long-term care
You are able to provide that care
No reasonable alternative care is available
You meet the relationship requirements

Eligibility

Eligibility & key requirements

A relative with an assessed long-term medical condition
Evidence that care is genuinely needed
Evidence care cannot reasonably be provided otherwise
An eligible sponsoring relative
Being offshore (116) or onshore (836) as required
Health and character requirements

Details

Key features

Permanent residency for the approved carer
Based on genuine, assessed medical need
Offshore (116) and onshore (836) options
Support to assemble medical evidence

Working with us

How the process works

Every application follows the same disciplined path, so you always know the next step.

Assess

We review your full profile, confirm the visas you realistically qualify for and recommend the strongest route for your goals.

Plan

You receive a clear written plan setting out timelines, costs, the documents needed and any gaps to close before lodging.

Prepare

We draft your submissions, complete every form and assemble your evidence so the application is accurate and decision-ready.

Lodge

We lodge your application, track its progress and respond on your behalf to any request from the authorities.

Outcome

We see you through to the decision, and support you afterwards with arrival, conditions, renewals and future permanent residency or citizenship.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What evidence do we need for a partner visa?

Partner cases are decided on the quality of your relationship evidence, usually grouped into financial, household, social and commitment aspects. We help you assemble consistent, genuine evidence and prepare clear relationship statements.

Who can sponsor a family member?

Sponsorship rules differ by visa, but sponsors are generally citizens or permanent residents who meet age, character and - for some visas - financial requirements. We confirm sponsor eligibility and any Assurance of Support before you apply.

How long will my application take?

Processing times vary by visa type and change regularly, and they depend on your documents and personal circumstances. We give you a realistic, up-to-date estimate for your situation and keep you informed while the case is assessed.

Can I include my family?

Many visas let you include a partner and dependent children, either together with your application or by adding them later. We confirm exactly who you can include and prepare their documents alongside yours.

Do I have to visit your office in Jalandhar?

No. We work with clients across India and around the world. Your case can be handled entirely by phone, email and video call if that is easier for you.

How Rahil Migration helps

From first question to grant

Confirm sponsorship eligibility and any Assurance of Support
Build strong, consistent relationship or family evidence
Prepare every form and statutory declaration
Guide you through health, character and processing steps

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