VisaChief Form 47A vs Form 47CH — what's the difference?
Form 47A gives details of a family-unit member aged 18 or over (migrating or not); Form 47CH is a child's own application to migrate. Use 47CH when the child is the applicant.
Details of child or other dependent family member aged 18 years or over
What it is: Form 47A gathers information about a member of an applicant's family unit who is aged 18 or over, such as an adult child or dependent relative, whether or not that person intends to migrate. It supplements a main visa application so the Department has full details of each family member. It also includes the Australian Values Statement that migrating family members must sign.
Who needs it: It must be completed for each member of the family unit aged 18 or over, whether they are migrating or not, and is usually lodged alongside a main visa application by the applicant or that family member.
Application for migration to Australia by a child
What it is: Form 47CH is the application used for a child to migrate permanently to Australia under a Child visa category, such as a dependent, adopted or orphan relative child. It captures the child's identity, family, health and character details along with sponsor information. Where the child is under 16, a parent, relative or guardian may complete and sign the form on their behalf.
Who needs it: It is completed by or on behalf of a child seeking a Child visa to join a parent or sponsor who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Form 47A vs Form 47CH — FAQ
What is the difference between Form 47A and Form 47CH?
Form 47A gives details of a family-unit member aged 18 or over (migrating or not); Form 47CH is a child's own application to migrate. Use 47CH when the child is the applicant.
Do I need Form 47A or Form 47CH?
Use Form 47A if: It must be completed for each member of the family unit aged 18 or over, whether they are migrating or not, and is usually lodged alongside a main visa application by the applicant or that family member. Use Form 47CH if: It is completed by or on behalf of a child seeking a Child visa to join a parent or sponsor who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Can I fill in Form 47A and Form 47CH 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 47A or Form 47CH directly.