Family and Civil Status Documents

For an Australian tourist visa application, a certified translation of a child's birth certificate is typically not required if the document is already in English or if key identifying information is duplicated in English.

Form 54 (Family Composition) is part of the Australian visa application process. It requires listing family members and can be completed and signed without a witness. Family photos are not required. Ensure all information provided is accurate.

When applying for an Australian visa, photos are no longer required. For group applications, one cover letter signed by both parties is sufficient. Supporting documents for financial status (bank statements, employment proof, sponsor ID, sponsorship letter) can be uploaded to the 'Evidence of financial status' section. Birth certificates or other supplementary docs can be uploaded to the 'Others' section; files should be clearly named.

Applicants for an Australian visa who have been divorced should include their divorce certificate (свидетельство о разводе), especially if there have been name changes.

For Australian visa applications involving a child traveling with only one parent (in case of divorced parents), a consent letter from the non-traveling parent is required. This consent should be provided using Form 1229, completed in English. A notarized consent is not necessary, but a copy of the non-traveling parent's passport must be attached.

For a minor traveling to Australia without a parent or legal guardian, specific visa requirements apply. Typically, a consent letter from both parents (or legal guardians) authorizing the child's travel, often notarized, is mandatory. Additionally, details of the accompanying adult in Australia, including their contact information and relationship to the child, may be required. It is crucial to check the official guidelines from the Australian Department of Home Affairs regarding unaccompanied minors, as specific documentation and procedures must be followed.