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Reunite Your Family in Australia

Australia offers several parent visa options for Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens to sponsor their parents for temporary or permanent residence. Our expert migration consultants provide comprehensive guidance throughout the parent visa application process, helping families navigate the complex requirements and lengthy processing times to achieve family reunification in Australia.

What is a Parent Visa?

A Parent Visa allows Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens to sponsor their parents for residence in Australia, providing pathways for family members to join their children and contribute to the Australian community. These visas recognize the importance of family relationships and support the cultural values of caring for elderly family members.

Types of Parent Visas

Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143/173)

Permanent residence pathway for parents
Significant visa application charge required
Faster processing compared to non-contributory options
Two-stage process with temporary and permanent stages
Full work and study rights throughout the process

Non-Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 103/804)

Permanent residence pathway for parents
Lower application charges but longer processing times
Two-stage process with temporary and permanent stages
Extensive waiting periods due to demand
Full work and study rights throughout the process

Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804/864)

For parents who have reached retirement age
Special provisions for aged care requirements
Priority processing for aged parent applications
Health and welfare support considerations
Pathway to permanent residence for elderly parents

Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 835/836)

For parents with no significant ties to other countries
Special circumstances applications for isolated relatives
Humanitarian considerations and compassionate grounds
Unique eligibility based on family separation factors
Pathway to permanent residence under special provisions

Why Choose Our Parent Visa Services?

Expert Application Guidance

Our registered migration agents specialize in parent visa applications and understand the complex legislative requirements, lengthy processing times, and documentation challenges associated with these visa categories, ensuring your application meets the highest standards for success.

Comprehensive Support

From initial eligibility assessment to visa grant, we provide complete support including documentation preparation, financial evidence compilation, health and character requirement fulfillment, and ongoing communication with the Department of Home Affairs throughout the lengthy application process.

Personalized Family Planning

We provide tailored advice based on your family circumstances, financial capacity, parent’s age and health status, and long-term settlement goals to ensure you select the most appropriate visa pathway and timing for your specific situation.

Long-term Relationship Support

Parent visa applications often span several years, and we maintain ongoing support throughout the entire process including temporary visa periods, permanent visa applications, and post-grant settlement assistance to ensure successful family reunification.

Eligibility Requirements

Sponsor Requirements

Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
Aged 18 years or older at time of application
Genuine relationship with the parent being sponsored
No adverse immigration or criminal history
Financial capacity to meet sponsorship obligations
Willingness to provide ongoing support undertakings

Parent Requirements

Genuine parent-child relationship with the Australian sponsor
Character and health requirements must be satisfied
No serious criminal history or security concerns
Health insurance arrangements during temporary visa period
Compliance with visa condition requirements
Willingness to meet settlement and integration expectations

Financial Requirements

Sponsor must demonstrate adequate financial capacity
Income and asset assessments to support parent’s needs
Bond or assurance of support arrangements
Contribution to Australian community through visa charges
Ongoing financial support undertakings and obligations

Health and Character Requirements

Medical examinations and health assessments required
Police clearance certificates from all countries of residence
Character references and background verification
Health insurance coverage during temporary visa period
Aged care and welfare planning considerations where applicable

Our Process

Step 1: Initial Consultation

Comprehensive assessment of family circumstances and parent’s situation
Discussion of visa options and processing timeframes
Explanation of financial obligations and sponsorship requirements
Personalized action plan development
Timeline and expectation setting for lengthy process

Step 2: Eligibility Assessment

Review of sponsor’s citizenship and residency status
Verification of parent-child relationship documentation
Assessment of financial capacity and support undertakings
Evaluation of health and character requirements
Identification of optimal visa pathway recommendation

Step 3: Documentation Preparation

Guidance on required documentation and evidence gathering
Assistance with relationship and identity documentation
Support for health and character requirement fulfillment
Financial evidence preparation and verification
Application form completion and review

Step 4: Application Lodgement

Preparation and final review of complete visa application
Lodgement with Department of Home Affairs
Payment of government fees and charges
Confirmation of application receipt and reference numbers
Establishment of ongoing communication protocols

Step 5: Ongoing Support

Regular application progress monitoring and updates
Response to any requests for additional information
Coordination with health and character assessment providers
Notification of temporary and permanent visa outcomes
Post-grant settlement and integration support

Visa Benefits and Conditions

Residence Rights

Permanent residence rights for contributory parent visas
Temporary residence during processing periods
Multiple entry capabilities throughout visa validity
Pathway to citizenship after permanent residence requirements
Family inclusion provisions for partners and dependents

Work and Study Rights

Full work rights throughout Australia for parent visa holders
Access to education and training opportunities
Professional development and skill enhancement programs
Volunteer and community engagement opportunities
Business and investment participation rights

Healthcare and Welfare

Access to Medicare benefits after permanent residence
Healthcare services and medical treatment access
Aged care and support services coordination
Community and social services integration
Welfare and assistance program access where eligible

Financial Considerations

Visa Application Charges

Contributory Parent Visa requires significant upfront payments
Non-Contributory Parent Visa has lower initial charges
Additional fees for secondary applicants and family members
Bond or assurance of support financial undertakings
Health insurance and medical examination costs

Sponsorship Obligations

Financial support undertakings for parent’s basic needs
Healthcare and medical expense coverage commitments
Accommodation and living expense support obligations
Emergency and unforeseen circumstance financial responsibilities
Long-term care and welfare planning and provision

Government Contributions

Significant visa charges contribute to Australian community
Balanced budget and resource allocation considerations
Processing time reduction through financial contributions
Public service delivery and infrastructure investment
Community integration and settlement support funding

Processing Time Considerations

Contributory Parent Visas

Faster processing due to significant financial contributions
Temporary visa typically granted within 12-18 months
Permanent visa processing within 2-3 years generally
Priority handling compared to non-contributory options
Predictable timeframe due to financial investment

Non-Contributory Parent Visas

Extensive waiting periods due to high demand and limited places
Current processing times often exceed 30 years for some streams
Regular review and place allocation through ballot systems
Long-term commitment and patience requirements
Alternative pathway considerations due to extended delays

Important Considerations

Health Insurance Requirements

Comprehensive health coverage during temporary visa period
Overseas Visitor Health Cover or equivalent arrangements
Medical examination and health assessment compliance
Pre-existing condition and treatment coverage planning
Emergency and hospital care insurance provisions

Aged Care Planning

Aged care assessment and eligibility determination
Residential care and home care service coordination
Financial planning for aged care contribution requirements
Support and assistance service integration planning
Quality of life and wellbeing enhancement strategies

Settlement and Integration

Community engagement and cultural integration programs
Language support and communication assistance
Housing and accommodation planning and support
Social connection and family network development
Legal and financial service provider recommendations

Get Started Today

Ready to begin the journey toward family reunification in Australia? Contact our expert migration consultants for a comprehensive consultation and discover how we can help you successfully navigate the parent visa application process and achieve your family reunification goals.

An Australian Parent Visa allows Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens to sponsor their parents for temporary or permanent residence in Australia. Parents of eligible sponsors can apply for various parent visa subclasses including contributory and non-contributory options, with the main requirement being a genuine parent-child relationship and the sponsor's ability to meet financial and support obligations throughout the lengthy application process.

Parent visa costs vary significantly between contributory and non-contributory options with contributory parent visas requiring substantial upfront payments including a base application charge of AUD $5,965 for the temporary visa and AUD $5,965 for the permanent visa, plus a significant contribution of AUD $47,955 per parent. Non-contributory parent visas have lower initial fees of AUD $5,965 for the temporary visa and AUD $5,965 for the permanent visa but involve much longer processing times and no additional contribution requirements.

Processing times differ dramatically between visa types with contributory parent visas typically taking 12 to 18 months for temporary visa grant and 2 to 3 years for permanent visa approval. Non-contributory parent visas face extremely lengthy waiting periods often exceeding 30 years due to annual place limits and high demand, requiring applicants to participate in regular ballot systems and wait for their application to be allocated processing priority.

Yes, you can sponsor both parents together on a single parent visa application known as a "parent pair" application, which is generally more cost-effective than submitting separate applications for each parent. However, if parents are divorced or separated, they may need to apply separately, and each parent must meet all individual eligibility requirements including health, character, and relationship verification criteria.

Contributory parent visas require significant financial contributions to the Australian government but offer much faster processing times of 2-3 years, while non-contributory parent visas have lower upfront costs but involve extremely long waiting periods often exceeding 30 years with processing places allocated through annual ballot systems and demand-driven allocation processes.

Yes, sponsors must demonstrate adequate financial capacity to support their parents through the Assurance of Support (AoS) arrangements, which require sponsors to sign legal undertakings to provide financial support for a specified period and may involve bond lodgement or bank guarantees to ensure parents will not become reliant on Australian social security payments during their residence.

Yes, parent visa holders have full work rights throughout Australia during both temporary and permanent visa periods, allowing them to seek employment, start businesses, or engage in voluntary work to supplement their income and contribute to the Australian community while maintaining their primary focus on family reunification and settlement.

Required documentation includes proof of the sponsor's Australian citizenship or permanent residency status, comprehensive evidence of the parent-child relationship through birth certificates, marriage certificates, and family documentation, health examination results and police clearance certificates for parents, financial evidence demonstrating the sponsor's capacity to meet support obligations, and completed application forms with all relevant supporting documentation.

Yes, parents can include their spouse or de facto partner as secondary applicants in the parent visa application, with each additional family member requiring separate application fees and inclusion in the overall financial and support obligations assessment. The spouse or partner must also meet health, character, and relationship requirements and will receive the same visa conditions and duration as the primary parent applicant.

If parents fail to meet health or character requirements, the visa application may be refused, though in some cases waivers or exemptions may be available for compelling and compassionate circumstances. Health requirements involve medical examinations and may include considerations of healthcare costs to the Australian community, while character requirements involve police clearance certificates and background verification to ensure parents pose no security risk to the Australian community.