VisaChief Form 40 vs Form 40CH — what's the difference?
Form 40 sponsors a parent, aged dependent relative, remaining relative or carer; Form 40CH sponsors a child. Match the sponsorship form to who is migrating.
Sponsorship for migration to Australia (parent, aged dependent relative, remaining relative, carer)
What it is: Form 40 is completed by a prospective sponsor to support the migration of a parent, aged dependent relative, remaining relative or carer to Australia. It records the sponsor's identity, relationship to the applicant, household and financial circumstances, and a formal sponsorship undertaking to provide support and accommodation. It is submitted together with the applicant's visa application (such as Form 47PA or 47OF).
Who needs it: It must be completed by the sponsor, who is usually an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen aged 18 or over, and in some cases co-signed by their partner.
Sponsorship for a child to migrate to Australia
What it is: Form 40CH is the sponsorship undertaking lodged by the parent, relative or guardian who is sponsoring a child applying to migrate to Australia (for example under a Child, Orphan Relative or Adoption visa). By completing it the sponsor formally agrees to support the child, including providing accommodation and financial assistance to meet the child's reasonable living needs for their first two years in Australia. It must be lodged together with the child's visa application (form 47CH) and the Visa Application Charge.
Who needs it: It must be completed by the sponsoring parent, relative or guardian, who must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen aged 18 years or over. Where the child is under 18, the sponsor or the child's current guardian completes it on the child's behalf.
Form 40 vs Form 40CH — FAQ
What is the difference between Form 40 and Form 40CH?
Form 40 sponsors a parent, aged dependent relative, remaining relative or carer; Form 40CH sponsors a child. Match the sponsorship form to who is migrating.
Do I need Form 40 or Form 40CH?
Use Form 40 if: It must be completed by the sponsor, who is usually an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen aged 18 or over, and in some cases co-signed by their partner. Use Form 40CH if: It must be completed by the sponsoring parent, relative or guardian, who must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen aged 18 years or over. Where the child is under 18, the sponsor or the child's current guardian completes it on the child's behalf.
Can I fill in Form 40 and Form 40CH online for free?
Yes. VisaChief has a free online filler and PDF generator for both - and links the official Department of Home Affairs PDFs. VisaChief is independent and not affiliated with the Australian Government.
Browse all Australian visa forms, or open Form 40 or Form 40CH directly.