Assessing independence when a customer is an orphan 001-04060050

Policy

Social Security Guide, 3.2.5.10, Qualification for YA as an Independent Young Person

Social Security Guide, 9.2.2.140, Visa Subclass 117 Orphan Relative

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991

• section 1067A(5), When a person is regarded as independent
• section 5(1), Dependent child-under 16