Permanent Parent Visa Australia

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What is the Permanent Parent Visa Australia?

The Permanent Parent Visa in Australia is designed to help parents live permanently with their children who have made Australia their home as permanent residents. This visa offers a Permanent solution for families who want to stay together.They dont have to stress of reapplying for temporary visas or worrying about having to leave after a short visit. Once this visa is approved, your parents can settle in Australia for life. They can access every public facilities benefits like Medicare which is Australia’s public healthcare and even have the freedom to work or study if they wish.It’s allows parents to stay close to their children and grandchildren so they can enjoy special moments together.

Types of Parent Visas in Australia

There are different types of Permanent Parent Visa Australia and eachone is designed to fit different family situations and needs. Some visas are processed faster but higher fees while others are cheaper but take longer to process. The most common options include the Contributory Parent Visa Australia, the Aged Contributory Parent Visa, the Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 103), the 804 Visa (Aged Parent Visa Australia) and the Temporary Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 173).

These visas are part of Parent Migration Australia which is a program that helps parents join with their children permanently. By these visa options, Australia allows parents to enjoy their later years surrounded by family, share in their grandchildren’s lives, and receive support from loved ones.

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  • Contributory Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 143)

  • Temporary Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 173)

  • Aged Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 864)

  • 804 Visa (Aged Parent Visa Australia)

Contributory Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 143)

The Contributory Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 143) is one of the most popular permanent visa options for your parents. It allows parents of permanent residents to live permanently in Australia.

This visa is called “contributory” because applicants are required to pay a higher fee compared to other parent visas. while the processing times are slightly shorter. Some non-contributory visas can take decades to process, the Subclass 143 visa generally takes about 3 to 6 years.

Key Benefits of the Subclass 143 Visa:

  • Live in Australia permanently.
  • Access Medicare (Australia’s public healthcare system).
  • Work and study without restrictions.
  • Sponsor other eligible family members for visas.
  • Apply for Australian citizenship (if eligible) in the future.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the Subclass 143 visa:

  • The parent must have an eligible child in Australia.
  • The parent must meet the Balance of Family Test.
  • Meet health and character requirements.
  • The sponsoring child must provide an Assurance of Support.

Cost:

The total government fee for Subclass 143 is around AUD 47,825 per applicant, plus the Assurance of Support bond (around AUD 10,000 held for 10 years).

Processing Time:

Typically 3 to 6 years, which is much faster than non-contributory parent visas.

Temporary Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 173)

The Temporary Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 173) is an excellent option for parents who wish to begin their migration journey to Australia. This is a temporary visa valid for 2 years which allows parents to live in Australia with their children while preparing to apply for a permanent visa, typically the Contributory Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 143).

Key Benefits of Subclass 173 Visa:

  • You can live in Australia for up to 2 years.
  • You get limited access of work rights and healthcare options.
  • Allows time to arrange finances for the permanent visa.
  • You will get an easy pathway to permanent residency via Subclass 143.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • You must have an eligible child who is an Australian citizen.
  • You must meet the Balance of Family Test.
  • You must pass health and character checks.
  • The sponsoring child must provide an Assurance of Support.

Cost:

  • The government charge for Subclass 173 is approximately AUD 31,930*.

  • Additional fees apply when transitioning to the permanent Subclass 143 visa.

Processing Time:

  • The processing time is generally faster than permanent parent visas which makes it an attractive first step for many families.

Aged Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 864)

The Aged Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 864) is designed for older parents who are already in Australia and meet the age requirement for an Australian age pension. Not like some other parent visas that require you to apply from overseas, this visa allows eligible parents to apply while they are already in Australia on a temporary visa.

The Aged Contributory Parent Visa Australia (Subclass 864) is an excellent option for parents who are already visiting Australia and wish to stay permanently with their children, avoiding the lengthy waiting periods associated with offshore parent visas.

Key Benefits of Subclass 864 Visa:

  • You can stay permanently in Australia.
  • You will get access to Medicare and public healthcare.
    • You will get freedom to work and study.
  • No travel restrictions once granted.
  • You will get option to apply for Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • The applicant must be old enough to qualify for the Australian Age Pension.
  • Must have an eligible child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • Must meet the Balance of Family Test.
  • Meet health and character requirements.
    You must have assurance of support from the sponsoring child.

Cost:

The visa fee for Subclass 864 is similar to the Subclass 143, approximately AUD 47,825* plus the Assurance of Support bond.

Processing Time:

Processing times for Subclass 864 are generally shorter than non-contributory visas but can still take several years depending on the applicant’s circumstances.

804 Visa (Aged Parent Visa Australia)

The 804 Visa (Aged Parent Visa Australia) is another permanent option for parents who meet the age criteria for an Australian Age Pension. Unlike contributory visas, this visa has a much lower government fee but comes with very long processing times—sometimes over 30 years!

Key Benefits of Subclass 804 Visa:

The most important thing is that parents can stay in Australia while waiting for permanent residency.

  • Low government fees.
  • Access Medicare after receiving the visa.
  • Can remain in Australia on a bridging visa during processing.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • The applicant must be old enough to qualify for the Australian Age Pension.
  • Have a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • Pass the Balance of Family Test.
  • Meet health and character requirements.
  • Provide an Assurance of Support.

Cost:

The sponsor must provide an assurance and ensure the parent(s) won’t rely on public funds:

  • Single parent: A$10,000*
  • Couple: A$14,000*

Processing Time:

Waiting periods can exceed 30 years due to high demand and limited allocation of places each year.

Costs Breakdown

  • Subclass 143 (Contributory Parent Visa Australia): AUD 47,825* plus Assurance of Support (around AUD 10,000* held for 10 years).

  • Subclass 103: Around AUD 6,625*.

  • Subclass 173: AUD 31,930*.

  • Aged Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 864): Similar costs to Subclass 143.

  • 804 Visa (Aged Parent Visa Australia): Lower upfront cost but long processing.

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Subclass 143 (Contributory Parent Visa)

Key Requirements: Eligible child in Australia, Balance of Family Test, Health & Character, Assurance of Support

Benefits: Permanent residency, Medicare, Work & Study rights, Citizenship pathway

Cost: ~AUD 47,825* + Assurance of Support

Subclass 173 (Temporary Parent Visa)

Key Requirements: Eligible child in Australia, Balance of Family Test, Health & Character, Assurance of Support

Benefits: 2 years stay, limited work rights, Pathway to Subclass 143

Cost: ~AUD 31,930* + additional fees for Subclass 143

Subclass 864 (Aged Contributory Parent Visa)

Key Requirements: Aged for Australian pension, Eligible child, Balance of Family Test, Health & Character, Assurance of Support

Benefits: Permanent residency, Medicare, Work & Study rights, Citizenship pathway

Cost: ~AUD 47,825* + Assurance of Support

Subclass 804 (Aged Parent Visa)

Key Requirements: Aged for Australian pension, Eligible child, Balance of Family Test, Health & Character, Assurance of Support

Benefits: Bridging visa during processing, Permanent residency eventually, Low upfront cost

Cost: Lower upfront, very long processing (30+ years)

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To sponsor your parents, you must be an eligible Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen who is settled in Australia. You must also meet the Balance of Family Test, which ensures that at least half of your parents’ children live permanently in Australia or that more of your parents’ children live in Australia than in any other country.

The key difference lies in the visa type and pathway.

  • Subclass 143 is a permanent visa that grants full PR benefits immediately.

  • Subclass 173 is a temporary visa valid for 2 years, designed to allow parents to enter Australia sooner while they transition to Subclass 143 after paying the second installment of visa charges.

Processing times vary significantly:

  • Subclass 143 (Contributory Parent Visa): Around 4-6 years

  • Subclass 864 (Aged Contributory Parent Visa): Similar to Subclass 143

  • Subclass 804 (Aged Parent Visa): This has very long queues — 20 to 30 years or more
    Keep in mind that contributory visas are much faster but more expensive compared to non-contributory ones.

Yes! Especially while waiting for Medicare eligibility (after PR grant), applicants are strongly encouraged to maintain adequate private health insurance to cover medical expenses. This is often a condition of the temporary Parent Visas (e.g. Subclass 173) until they transition to permanent status.

Sponsors must provide an Assurance of Support (AoS) for most Parent Visas (like Subclass 143, 864, and 804). This ensures that parents don’t rely on Australian government welfare upon arrival. The AoS includes providing a bond (refundable after 10 years) and demonstrating sufficient income to support parents during their stay.

Yes, depending on the visa subclass:

  • Subclass 143 and 864 (Permanent Visas): Full work and study rights, same as other PR holders.

  • Subclass 173 (Temporary Visa): Limited work rights during the 2-year temporary stay.

  • Subclass 804 (Aged Parent Visa while on bridging): May have limited work rights while waiting, depending on individual circumstances.

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