804 Visa Australia – Aged Parent Visa for UK Citizens

GIEC Global UK helps UK citizens apply for the 804 Aged Parent Visa Australia with confidence and free expert advice.

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What is the 804 Visa?

The 804 visa Australia, also known as the Aged Parent Visa Subclass 804, is a non-contributory permanent residency visa for older parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents. If you’re a UK citizen with children settled in Australia then this visa offers a way to live with them permanently.
The 804 visa Australia allows eligible parents to stay in Australia permanently. It is part of the family migration stream and is ideal for UK parents who:

Who are already in Australia on a temporary visa (such as a Visitor visa)
Who meet the Australian age requirement for the Age Pension
Who pass the balance of family test (meaning at least half your children live in Australia)
Who have a child willing to sponsor them
Who meet health and character requirements

Key Benefits for UK Citizens

Applicants can live in Australia permanently
Applicants can access Medicare and other public services
Applicants can stay with your children and grandchildren long term
Applicants can apply for citizenship when eligible

How to Speed Up 804 Visa Processing Time

The Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804) is a queue-based visa, meaning applicants are placed in a long waiting line. While you cannot skip or accelerate the queue, you can reduce delays when your file is finally processed.

If you or your parents do not want to wait decades, you can withdraw the 804 application anytime and apply for a faster option such as: Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864)

✅ 1. Lodge a complete application with all documents

Many 804 visa delays happen because the Department requests missing documents.
To avoid this, ensure you include:

Identity documents
Birth certificates
Police clearances
Health documents
Family composition forms
Assurance of Support evidence
Proof you meet “aged parent” criteria
Sponsor’s documents

A decision-ready application reduces internal delays.

✅ 2. Respond immediately to any Department requests

If the Department asks for:

Extra documents
Updated police checks
New health exams
Additional evidence

Respond as quickly as possible. Every late response adds weeks or months.

✅ 3. Keep all police clearances valid

Police clearances expire in 12 months.
If your clearance expires during assessment, they will ask for a new one — causing delays.

✅ 4. Complete health examinations early when requested

804 visa applicants are usually not required to complete health until later, but when asked:

✔ Book medicals ASAP
✔ Upload results quickly

Delaying medicals slows down the final decision.

✅ 5. Ensure the Assurance of Support (AoS) is ready

For finalisation, your sponsor must provide an Assurance of Support through Services Australia.

To avoid delays:

Make sure the sponsor meets income requirements
Prepare tax returns and payslips early
Respond quickly to Services Australia assessments

AoS delays are one of the most common bottlenecks.

✅ 6. Keep contact details updated

If the Department cannot reach you, your application may be paused.

Update:

Email
Phone
Residential address
Sponsor details

Why You should contact GIEC Global UK

The 804 Aged Parent visa process may look simple but it’s not, and lodging the visa application yourself can be risky, even a small mistake can lead to visa rejection. The visa process is a long-term and detailed procedure that requires proper documentation and accuracy. Any missing information, incorrect form or misunderstanding of eligibility criteria can cause unnecessary delays or even a refusal.

If you’re ready to build your future in Australia, consult MARA Registered agent for expert advice. Giec Global UK is proud to have its own MARA registered migration agent, offering you direct access to professional and reliable immigration advice. Unlike many other agencies, we do not rely on third-party consultants, because we don’t pay high outsourcing fees, the cost savings are passed directly on to you.

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Who Can Apply for the 804 Aged Parent Visa?

The 804 Aged Parent Visa allows older parents of Australian citizens to live permanently in Australia. But to apply, you need to meet various important requirements.

1. Age Requirement
You must be old enough to receive the Age Pension in Australia.
As of now, the qualifying age is:
65+ years which depends on your date of birth.

This is known as the 804 visa age requirement or aged parent visa 804 age requirement.

2. Be in Australia When You Apply

The 804 visa is an onshore visa.
You must be physically present in Australia when you are apply for the visa and a decision is made on your application.

3. Have a Sponsor
You must be sponsored by a settled child who is:

An Australian citizen.
Living in Australia for at least 2 years or more
Willing to provide financial and accommodation support for you

The sponsor usually needs to sign a sponsorship undertaking.

4. Pass the Balance of Family Test
This test checks your connection to Australia through your children.

To pass, you must meet one of the following:
At least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or
You have more children living in Australia than in any other single country
Step-children and adopted children are also counted.

Examples:

4 children total → At least 2 must be living in Australia permanently

3 children → 2 in Australia, 1 in another country = You pass the test

5. Health Requirements
All applicants must complete medical examinations to show they are in reasonably good health.

This includes:

Chest X-rays
Blood tests
General health check-ups

Health checks are valid for 12 months.

6. Character Requirements
You’ll need to provide:

Police clearance certificates from every country you’ve lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years
This applies to all applicants aged 16 and above.

7. Have No Outstanding Debts to the Australian Government

If you owe any money to the Australian government (like hospital fees or visa costs), it must be paid back before the visa is granted.

8. Sign the Australian Values Statement
This confirms that:

You understand Australian laws, culture, and values
You agree to respect and follow them

9. Apply Using the Correct Application Form

You must submit the paper-based 804 visa application form.
This is Form 47PA along with Form 40 (for the sponsor).
It must be mailed or submitted in person. Online applications are not available for subclass 804.

10. Understand the Long Processing Time
The subclass 804 processing time is currently 30 years or more.

Yes, it’s a very long wait, but you can stay in Australia on a subclass 804 bridging visa while your application is being processed.

11. Know Your Bridging Visa Conditions
Once you apply for the 804 visa, you will likely receive a Bridging Visa A (BVA). This allows you to:

Stay legally in Australia
Access aged parent bridging visa Medicare
Possibly work (depending on visa conditions)

Travel overseas (only if you apply for a Bridging Visa B)

Australian Aged Parent Visa Comparison: 804 vs 864

Aspect	Subclass 804 (Aged Parent)	Subclass 864 (Contributory Aged Parent)
Type	Non-contributory	Contributory
Total Cost	Around AUD $4,990	Over AUD $43,000 in total fees (paid in two installments)
Processing Time	Currently over 30 years	Typically within 3 to 4 years
Annual Grants	Only 25 people received this visa in 2024	190 people received this visa in 2024
Application Location	Must be in Australia when applying	Must be in Australia when applying
Bridging Visa	Yes - can stay in Australia while waiting	Yes - can stay in Australia while waiting