Parent Visas
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Parent visas allow parents of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia, either temporarily or permanently.
Australia offers several parent visa pathways with very different costs, waiting times, and eligibility requirements, making careful planning essential.
Parent Visa Options (At a Glance)
- Contributory Parent visas – higher cost, significantly shorter processing times
- Non-Contributory Parent visas – lower cost, very long waiting times
- Temporary Parent visas – no permanent residence, flexible long-stay option
All permanent parent visas require the Balance of Family Test.
Contributory Parent Visa (Permanent) – Subclass 143
The Subclass 143 visa allows parents to live in Australia permanently under the contributory parent program.
Who This Visa Is For
- Parents seeking permanent residence
- Families willing to pay a higher visa charge for faster processing
Key Requirements
- Sponsorship by a settled child
- Balance of Family Test
- Assurance of Support
- Health and character
What the Visa Allows
- Permanent residence in Australia
- Medicare access
- Citizenship eligibility
Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Permanent) – Subclass 864
The Subclass 864 visa is for parents old enough to qualify for the Australian age pension who apply onshore.
Key Points
- Must apply and be granted in Australia
- Bridging visa available during processing
- High contributory visa charge
Parent Visa (Non-Contributory) – Subclass 103
The Subclass 103 visa offers permanent residence at a lower cost but with very long waiting times, often exceeding 20 years.
Aged Parent Visa (Non-Contributory) – Subclass 804
The Subclass 804 visa allows aged parents already in Australia to remain permanently, subject to extremely long processing times.
Contributory Parent Visa (Temporary) – Subclass 173
The Subclass 173 visa allows parents to live in Australia temporarily for up to two years and transition to permanent residence under Subclass 143.
Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Temporary) – Subclass 884
The Subclass 884 visa allows aged parents to stay temporarily and later apply for permanent residence under Subclass 864.
Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa – Subclass 870
The Subclass 870 visa allows parents to stay in Australia for 3 or 5 years without meeting the Balance of Family Test.
Important Notes
- No work rights
- Not a pathway to permanent residence
- Maximum cumulative stay of 10 years
Speak With Us – Parent Visas
Parent visas involve complex financial, timing, and family considerations. We provide realistic advice to help families choose the right pathway.
Phone: (02) 9283 0888
Email: info@lewisbollard.com.au
