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Form 47OF: Application for migration to Australia by other family members
Form 47OF is the official application for migration to Australia under the 'Other Family' visa category. It is used by applicants who are family members of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, but do not fit into other family visa subclasses. The form collects personal, family, and sponsorship details to assess eligibility.
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Form Overview
Home Affairs Form 47OF - Application for migration to Australia by other family members
Form 47OF is the official application for migration to Australia under the 'Other Family' visa category. It is used by applicants who are family members of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, but do not fit into other family visa subclasses. The form collects personal, family, and sponsorship details to assess eligibility.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1The most common mistake is providing a post office box instead of a residential address — this makes the application invalid.
- 2Using a PO Box as your residential address — only a physical address is accepted.
- 3Not completing the form in English — all questions must be answered in English.
- 4Failing to sign the declaration or having a family member aged 18+ not sign their own declaration.
- 5Not providing certified copies of documents or translations for non-English documents.
Plain English
This form is for people who want to move to Australia because they have family there, but they aren't applying under the usual partner, child, or parent visas. You fill it out to tell the government about yourself and your family, and to show you meet the rules. It's a formal application, so you need to be accurate and include all the required documents.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submit this form as part of your visa application. There is no separate deadline, but you must lodge it before your current visa expires if you are in Australia, and before you turn a certain age if applying as a dependent relative. Check the specific visa subclasses for time limits.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form if you are applying for migration as an 'other family member' of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Use this form if you do not fit into other family visa subclasses (e.g., partner, child, parent).
- This form covers the main applicant and their family unit (partner and dependent children).
- You must read and understand form 1496i (Including family members) before completing this form.
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Applying as a spouse or de facto partner
This form is for 'other family members' – partners may need a different form
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Partner visa application (not confirmed)
Applying as a dependent child
This form is for 'other family members' – children may need a different form
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Child visa application (not confirmed)
Applying as a parent
This form is for 'other family members' – parents may need a different form
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Parent visa application (not confirmed)
Deadline or filing window
There is no fixed filing deadline, but you must lodge the application before your current visa expires (if in Australia) and before any age limits for dependent relatives. Check the specific visa subclass requirements for timeframes.
Before you submit
- 1Read the entire form and instructions before starting.
- 2Complete all parts of the form accurately.
- 3Sign the statement confirming you understand Australian values and laws.
- 4Include all required documents, with certified copies and English translations if needed.
- 5Pay the first instalment of the visa application charge via ImmiAccount.
- 6Keep a copy of the completed form and all supporting documents for your records.
- 7If appointing an authorised recipient, complete Part Q and form 956A.
How to file this form
- 1Step 1: Read the form and the associated forms (1496i, 47A, 956A if needed).
- 2Step 2: Gather all required documents, including certified copies and translations.
- 3Step 3: Complete the form, including all family members' details.
- 4Step 4: Sign the statement and have all applicants aged 18+ sign.
- 5Step 5: Pay the visa application charge via ImmiAccount (or alternative if outside Australia).
- 6Step 6: Submit the application through ImmiAccount or by mail as instructed.
Known limitations
- 1Visa application charges are generally non-refundable, even if the application is withdrawn or refused.
- 2The application will be invalid if the first instalment of the charge is not paid.
- 3All applicants aged 18 and over must sign the values statement.
- 4You must include all members of your family unit, even if they are not migrating.
- 5Documents not in English must be accompanied by certified translations.
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Applicant
3 items
Your name exactly as shown in your passport.
Your date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY).
Passport number, country of issue, and expiry date.
Contact
1 items
Current residential address, postal address, email, and phone number.
Request
1 items
The visa, citizenship, or sponsorship request this form relates to.
Evidence
1 items
Certified copies of identity and other documents required for the request.
Declaration
1 items
Declare that the information is true and correct, then sign and date.
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the current version of the form on the Department's website (homeaffairs.gov.au).
- Verify the current visa application charges – they may change on 1 July each year.
- Review the privacy policy (form 1442i) and the information handling practices.
- Ensure you have the latest forms 1496i and 47A if applicable.
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Sources
- SRCThe form is for migration by other family members.
- SRCThe form covers a family unit including main applicant, partner, and dependents.
- SRCForm 1496i must be read and understood.
- SRCForm 47A is required for each family member aged 18 or over.
- SRCFees and charges may change; check current amounts.
- SRCPayment must be made via ImmiAccount.
- SRCDocuments must be certified copies, with translations if not in English.
- SRCThe statement about Australian values must be signed by all applicants aged 18+.
- SRCAuthorised recipient can be appointed via Part Q and form 956A.
Common confusion points
Confusion about who counts as a 'family unit' – check form 1496i.
Forgetting to include all family members, even if they are not migrating.
Not signing the statement or having all eligible applicants sign.
Paying the wrong fee or not paying the first instalment.
Submitting original documents instead of certified copies.
Not providing certified English translations for non-English documents.
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