Depending on your situation, several countries issue different types of family visas:

• Spouse Visa : If your spouse lives abroad, you can apply for this category of family visa. If you are merely a registered partner, including a same-sex partner, you may still be eligible for the visa.
• Parent Visa : If you have a child who is willing to sponsor you from a foreign nation, you should apply for this form of family visa. The availability of this sort of visa must be confirmed in advance because not all nations offer them.
• Children Visa : If your parent lives abroad and you desire to live with them, you may be eligible for this form of visa. Normally, you must be a minor to be eligible for this visa, although some countries may have exceptions.
• Other Family Visa : If you have a sibling, grandparent, or other close relative who may sponsor you for a family visa, you qualify for an immediate family visa. However, only a select few countries offer this option, therefore it is rarely granted.

One of the following nations is one for which you can apply for a family visa:

• US family visa.
• Canada family visa.
• UK family visa.
• Japan spouse visa.
• Australian family visa.
• Germany family visa.
• Austria family visa.

To apply for a family visa, you must have the following paperwork ready:

• An application for a family visa.
• Valid for six months passport.
• Photos for passports.
• Evidence of the connection:
  
  • A Marriage License.
  • Registration certificate (for partnerships that are registered)
  • Cohabitation documentation, such as shared bank accounts and rental agreements
  • Dual legal custody
• Police clearance.
• Evidence of accommodations.
• Biometric information.
• Paid the visa cost, if necessary.
• Health protection.

A family visa is a legal document granted for international family reunion. Typically, to be eligible for a family visa, you must have a family member—such as your spouse/partner, parent, sibling, or child—who is already living abroad and whom you wish to join.

The fees for family visas vary depending on the nation:

• The US Spouse Visa : USD 325 plus extra fees
• The UK Spouse Visa : GEP 1,464 (outside of the UK)
• Australia Partner Visa : AUD 7,850 (outside of Australia)
• Canada Partner Visa : CAD 1,040
• Germany Family Visa : EUR 75

A family visa allows you to work and attend school. However, you should be aware that some nations may impose restrictions on the number of working hours and types of studies you can pursue while on a family visa.

Follow the steps indicated below to apply for a family visa:

• Complete the application.
• Find a centre for applying for visas.
• Prepare your documents.
• Attend the interview for a visa.

You must first complete the family visa application form. A copy of the form might be available online or at the relevant visa office; either way, you must fill it out and sign it. Please include accurate and current information on the form.

Your family visa application must be submitted to the appropriate visa office. This could be a local application centre, a nearby embassy or consulate, or even a VHS worldwide office. You must schedule an appointment to attend your visa interview and submit your application after locating the appropriate application facility.

You must compile all necessary documentation and make it in the appropriate format to submit your application. As directed by the visa office, some of your documents (such as your marriage certificate, divorce decree, birth certificate, etc.) may require translation or authentication with an apostille stamp.

You must submit your application and appear at the visa interview after gathering your documentation. To confirm your intentions for applying for a family visa, you’ll probably need to go to the interview with your spouse and respond to questions about your relationship.

Additionally, some visa offices will require that you pay the application cost on the day of your interview, while others will require that you pay in advance and bring a receipt with your paperwork; they will inform you in advance.

The cost of a family visa could range from $160 to $1,500. Depending on the type of visa and additional administrative expenditures, the rates will change.

When your partner becomes eligible for citizenship, you also become eligible. Typically, your family visa is provided for the same period as your partner’s initial visa—between five and 10 years.

A family visa application may be denied for one of the following reasons:

• Your bond with that member of your family is not legitimate.
• The cost of your stay cannot be covered by you and your family member’s finances.
• When filling out your application, you lied.
• You were guilty of a crime.

Processing a family visa often takes one to two years. Depending on the sort of family visa you have, certain nations, like Australia, may enable you to remain there while your visa is being processed.