Parent Visa (Subclass 103, 143, 173)
Join Your Family in Australia with a Parent Visa
Find out if you’re eligible for an Australian Parent Visa and start your journey to reuniting with your children in Australia.
The Parent Visa allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently or temporarily, depending on the visa type. There are several options available, including both non-contributory and contributory visas, each with different processing times and costs.
These visas are designed to help parents reunite with their children who have settled in Australia. Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for either a temporary stay or permanent residency.
Basic Requirements
- You must have a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- You must meet the Balance of Family Test (at least half of your children must live in Australia or more children must live in Australia than in any other country).
- You must meet health and character requirements.
- Contributory parent visas require a higher fee for faster processing, while non-contributory visas are more affordable but have longer waiting times.
What to do next...
Book a 30- or 60-minute consultation with one of our migration experts.
We can help you assess the right visa option for your situation, and guide you through the application process to reunite with your family in Australia.
Which Parent Visa Is Right for You?
- Parent Visa (Subclass 103)
This is a permanent visa that allows you to live in Australia indefinitely. However, due to limited places, processing times can be over 30 years.- Eligibility: You must meet the Balance of Family Test and be sponsored by your child.
- Processing Time: Typically over 30 years.
- Cost: Lower cost compared to contributory visas, but with long waiting times.
- Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143)
This is a permanent visa with much faster processing times compared to the Subclass 103 visa. However, it comes with a higher application fee.- Eligibility: You must meet the Balance of Family Test and be sponsored by your child.
- Processing Time: Typically 4 to 6 years.
- Cost: Significantly higher than the Subclass 103, but offers faster processing for permanent residency.
- Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 173)
This is a temporary visa that allows you to live in Australia for up to 2 years. After this period, you can apply for the permanent Subclass 143 visa. It allows you to spread out the financial cost of your visa application. - Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804)
This visa is for parents who are old enough to receive an Australian age pension. It allows for permanent residency, but like the non-contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 103), it has extremely long waiting times.- Eligibility: You must be of pension age and meet the Balance of Family Test.
- Processing Time: Typically over 30 years.
- Cost: Lower cost, but with a long waiting period.
The Balance of Family Test
To be eligible for most parent visas, you need to meet the Balance of Family Test. This test requires that either:
- At least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or
- More of your children live in Australia than any other country.
Understanding whether you meet this requirement is critical to applying for a parent visa.
Learn more about the Balance of Family Test by booking a consultation with one of our experts.
Book a ConsultationReunite with Your Family, Supported by Experts
At MigrationXYZ, we understand how important it is to reunite with your family. Our migration experts are here to guide you through the complex process of securing a Parent Visa. Here’s how we can help:
- Personalised Consultation: We assess your eligibility and help you choose the right visa for your situation, whether it’s a contributory or non-contributory visa.
- Application Support: We assist with gathering and preparing the necessary documents to ensure your application is complete.
- Visa Application Management: Our team will handle your visa application from start to finish, ensuring everything is submitted correctly and on time.
- Ongoing Guidance: We provide ongoing support throughout the visa process, helping you transition smoothly to life in Australia.
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Please Note:
We are not part of the Australian government. We are a private company and we do not have the authority to grant you a Visa of any kind. We can only assist and advise people who want to travel to or migrate to Australia. The final decision on all visa applications rests with the appropriate government authority in Australia.