Boredom and loneliness for family members. Disruption to schooling when children have to adjust to a different education system. Disruption to your spouse's career. Options Family members may join you for the duration of your scholarship through AusAID's provisions for family entry. However , there are other ways that you can meet up with your family while studying in Australia.
Assistance depends on certain conditions being met.
These visas are only granted with AusAID agreement. Children over the age of 17 are not considered dependants. Family members are obliged to meet DIMA requirements. Children of AusAID students are entitled to attend government schools on the same basis as Australian children. Child Care assistance through the Department of Social Security and Medicare is only available to AusAID students who meet the strict criteria.