103Subclass
Parent visaPermanent
Permanent, non-contributory, applied for outside Australia. Lower charge but a very long queue.
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Parent visas
Bring your parents to Australia permanently, or for long visits of up to five years at a time. We compare cost, waiting times and eligibility so you choose the right path.
Parent visas
Choose your visa
Choose a visa below for the full requirements, or book a consultation and we will compare the options for your family.
Subclass 103 Parent visa A permanent, non-contributory visa for parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens. View visa → Subclass 804 Aged Parent visa A permanent, non-contributory visa for parents old enough to receive the Australian age pension, applied for in Australia. View visa → Subclass 143 / 173 Contributory Parent visas Contributory parent visas with a much higher visa charge, in return for far faster processing than non-contributory parent visas. View visa → Subclass 864 / 884 Contributory Aged Parent visas Contributory visas for parents of age pension age who apply in Australia, with faster processing than the non-contributory aged parent visa. View visa → Subclass 870 Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa Lets parents visit their children in Australia for long periods, without the balance of family test. View visa →
How we help
How we handle your parent visa
Every matter starts with an honest assessment of your circumstances against the current criteria, so you know your real options before you spend money on an application.
Consultation and eligibility
We check the balance of family test, the sponsor's settlement in Australia and the parent's age and circumstances.
Choosing the visa
We compare contributory and non-contributory options, the temporary 870 and the costs and waiting times of each.
Assurance of support
We explain the assurance of support, the income test and the bond, and who can provide it.
Application and lodgement
We prepare and lodge a complete application with family records, health and character requirements organised.
Queue and final stage
We keep track of the queue, respond to requests and prepare the second instalment and final documents.
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Parent
Parent visas
Parents of settled Australian children can apply for permanent or temporary visas. The balance-of-family test applies to most permanent parent visas. Non-contributory visas have very long queues; contributory visas cost more but are processed sooner.
804Subclass
Aged Parent visaPermanent
Permanent, non-contributory, for parents old enough to receive the Australian age pension, applied for in Australia.
143 / 173Subclass
Contributory Parent visasPermanent / temporary
Permanent 143, or temporary 173 which can later lead to the 143. A higher second instalment charge, with faster processing.
864 / 884Subclass
Contributory Aged Parent visasPermanent / temporary
The onshore equivalents of the 143 and 173 for parents of age pension age.
870Subclass
Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visaTemporary
Lets parents visit their children in Australia for up to three or five years at a time. Needs an approved parent sponsor first. No balance-of-family test.
Parent visas in detail
Understanding parent visas
Balance of family test
Most permanent parent visas require at least half of your children to live permanently in Australia, or more of your children to live in Australia than in any other single country.
Assurance of support
Permanent parent visas need an assurance of support: a person in Australia agrees to support you and a bond is lodged for a set period.
Contributory or not
Contributory parent visas cost much more but are processed far faster. Non-contributory visas have queues that can take many years.
Questions
Parent visa questions
What is the balance of family test?
Most permanent parent visas require at least half of the parent's children to live permanently in Australia, or more children in Australia than in any other single country. Check it with our free balance of family checker.
Contributory or non-contributory?
Contributory parent visas cost much more but are processed far faster. Non-contributory visas have a lower charge but queues that can take many years.
Can my parents visit for long periods instead?
Yes. The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa (870) allows stays of up to three or five years at a time, with no balance of family test, once the child is approved as a parent sponsor.
Can parents apply while in Australia?
The Aged Parent (804) and Contributory Aged Parent (864 and 884) visas are applied for in Australia by parents of age pension age. Visa conditions such as 8503 can prevent this, so get advice first.
Planning to bring your parents to Australia?
We compare the contributory, non-contributory and temporary parent options, including cost and waiting times.