Family Reunion

    Parent Visa for Australia

    Reunite with your children in Australia. Multiple visa options available for parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents.

    Family Reunion

    Live with your children in Australia

    Multiple Options

    Various visa types to suit your needs

    Flexible Payment

    Split payment options available

    Permanent Residence

    Pathway to citizenship

    Parent Visa Options

    Choose the visa type that best suits your circumstances

    Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143)

    Permanent visa with higher visa application charge but faster processing.

    Permanent residence from the start
    Processing time: 12+ years in queue, or faster with higher contribution
    Higher visa application charge (approx. AUD $47,000+)
    Access to Medicare after visa grant
    Work and study rights

    Parent Visa (Subclass 103)

    Lower cost permanent visa option with longer processing times.

    Lower upfront cost than contributory options
    Very long processing time (20-30+ years)
    Permanent residence upon grant
    Full work and study rights
    Medicare access after grant

    Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 173)

    Temporary visa as a pathway to permanent residence.

    Temporary visa for 2 years
    Pathway to subclass 143 permanent visa
    Split payment option for visa charges
    Work and study rights while on this visa
    Medicare access

    Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804)

    For parents who are old enough to receive Australian age pension.

    Must be old enough to receive age pension
    Lower cost than contributory options
    Long processing times
    Must be in Australia when applying
    Permanent residence upon grant

    Eligibility Requirements

    General requirements for parent visas

    Your child must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
    Your child must be your sponsor and have been settled in Australia for at least 2 years
    Meet the balance of family test (at least half your children live in Australia)
    Have an Assurance of Support from a sponsor
    Meet health and character requirements
    Contributory visas require payment of substantial visa charges

    Application Process

    How to apply for a Parent Visa

    1

    Check Eligibility

    Confirm you meet the requirements and your child can sponsor you.

    2

    Choose Visa Type

    Select between contributory (faster, higher cost) or non-contributory (slower, lower cost) options.

    3

    Gather Documents

    Collect identity documents, relationship evidence, health and character certificates.

    4

    Lodge Application

    Submit your application online or by paper with supporting documents.

    5

    Assurance of Support

    Sponsor provides financial assurance for your initial years in Australia.

    6

    Visa Grant

    Once approved, you'll receive your parent visa.

    Processing Times

    Processing times vary significantly between visa types:

    Contributory (143)

    12+ years

    (queue dependent)

    Non-Contributory (103)

    30+ years

    (very long queue)

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the balance of family test?

    The balance of family test requires that at least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or that you have more children living in Australia than any other single country.

    How much does a contributory parent visa cost?

    The contributory parent visa (subclass 143) has a total cost of approximately AUD $47,000+ including the visa application charge and contributory payment. The non-contributory parent visa (103) costs approximately AUD $4,000+.

    Can I work on a parent visa?

    Yes, once your parent visa is granted (whether temporary or permanent), you'll have full work rights in Australia without any restrictions.

    What is an Assurance of Support?

    An Assurance of Support is a commitment by your sponsor to financially support you and repay any welfare payments you receive from the Australian Government during the assurance period (typically 10 years).

    Can I apply for both parents together?

    Yes, both parents can be included in the same visa application. The sponsor can sponsor both parents, and they can be processed together.

    Book Your Parent Visa Consultation Today

    Get expert guidance on your visa application. Our experienced consultants will assess your eligibility and guide you through the entire process.

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