Parent visa
The Australian Family Migration Program facilitates family reunification by offering a range of parent visas, both temporary and permanent. These visas enable children who are permanent residents of Australia, Australian citizens, or eligible New Zealand citizens, to sponsor their parents. Adherence to criteria set by the Department of Home Affairs is mandatory for successful applications.
Parent Visa Requirements
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Family Balance Test: Relevant for visas 103,143, 173, 804, 864 and 884. Requires the applicant to have a majority of their children living in Australia as Permanent Residents or Australian citizens.
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Sponsorship: Requires a child residing in Australia for at least two years as a Permanent Resident or Australian citizen to sponsor the applicant. This includes an Assurance of Support, which is a bond held in an Australian bank for ten years.
Diverse Parent Visa Categories
Standard Parent Visas:
Subject to annual quotas with extended processing times, approximately 30 years for subclasses 103 or 804.
Contributory Parent Visas:
Costlier but processed more quickly, usually within 12 years, helping offset government expenses for migrant parents.
If You Are in Australia
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Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864):
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A permanent visa for aged parents with children residing in Australia, offering quicker processing times but at a higher cost.
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Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 884):
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Valid for two years, this temporary visa can be a precursor to obtaining the permanent Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864).
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Transition from Subclass 884 to 864:
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Holders of the temporary Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 884) can apply for permanent residency through Subclass 864.
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Aged Parent (Residence) (Class BP) (Subclass 804):
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A permanent visa for aged parents with children residing in Australia, standard aged parent visa.
If You Are Outside Australia
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Contributory Parent (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 143):
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A permanent visa for parents with children living in Australia, typically processed faster than the standard Parent Visa.
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Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 173):
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A two-year temporary visa for parents, leading to an opportunity to apply for the permanent Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143).
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Transition from Subclass 173 to 143:
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Holders of the temporary Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 173) can transition to the permanent Subclass 143.
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Parent (Migrant) (Class AX) (Subclass 103):
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A permanent visa for parents with children living in Australia, standard Parent visa.
Temporary Parent Visas in Australia
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Visitor Visa Tourist Stream SC 600:
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Allows parents a longer stay (up to 12 months), with a 3-5 year, multi-entry visa.
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Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa SC 870:
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A temporary visa for 3 or 5 years, extendable up to 10 years. Formal sponsorship from a child meeting specific residence and income criteria is required.
Key Considerations for Parent Visa Applicants
1 . Family balance test is essential for certain visas.
2 . Bridging visas are provided under specific conditions during the waiting period.
3 . Health assessments are integral to the parent visa process.
4 . Medicare becomes available upon obtaining permanent residency.
5 . Pension eligibility is based on a minimum of 10 years of residency in Australia.
For tailored consultation and strategic guidance on your parent visa application, please schedule a session. Enquiries can be directed to info@yunvisa.com.au for detailed migration assistance.