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nprem Junior Member Member # 7076	Posted June 16, 2003 08:54 AM Can a parent be included as a dependant when you file for australian immigration(I want my mom to accompany us when we move to australia, she doesnt have any other kids and my father is no more) or does it have to be done seperately after you get your PR. if it has to be done seperately, how long does it take.
ukboy Member Member # 7037	Posted July 12, 2003 12:14 PM Hi Nprem, Parents cannot be included as dependents while applying for skilled independent visas.But you can sponsor them after you get your PR.Mind you have to be resident in Australia to sponsor your parents. Hope this helps. UKBOY
nprem Junior Member Member # 7076	Posted July 28, 2003 07:53 PM Thanks for the reply. I thought it is possible because of the "other Dependent" (Page 46/chapter 5 "general Info") section in booklet 6 (skilled immigration booklet). Please let me know if i am wrong.
ukboy Member Member # 7037	Posted July 29, 2003 05:51 AM Hi nprem, The Booklet 6 clearly states that the application includes the primary applicant and if applicable spouse or children who are under or over 18 years.If any of the children is aged over 18 ,then he or she has to fill form 47A. Hope this helps. UKBOY
papa Junior Member Member # 4530	Posted August 09, 2003 12:23 PM Any dependent above the age of 18 years can accompany the pricipal applicant. Necessary evidence of dependency has to be shown. In case if your mother has no other children to depend then she can accompany you.