AUSTRALIAN PARENT VISAS
Australian Parent Visas allow parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently or temporarily. These visas provide an opportunity for family reunification and enable parents to be close to their children and grandchildren in Australia.
Overview – This visa allows parents to live permanently in Australia. It has a higher application cost but a faster processing time.
Eligibility – Applicants must be sponsored by their child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. They must also meet the balance of family test.
Overview – This permanent visa is for older parents who can stay in Australia permanently and is similar to the Subclass 143 but is for aged parents.
Eligibility – Applicants must be of pensionable age and meet the balance of family test. Sponsorship by an eligible child is required.
Overview – This permanent visa allows parents to stay in Australia. It has a lower application cost but a longer processing time.
Eligibility- Applicants must be sponsored by their child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. They must also meet the balance of family test.
Overview – This permanent visa is for older parents who wish to live in Australia and are of pensionable age.
Eligibility – Applicants must be sponsored by their child and meet the balance of family test. They can apply while in Australia.
Overview – This temporary visa allows parents to stay in Australia for up to 2 years and is a pathway to the Subclass 143 visa.
Eligibility – Applicants must be sponsored by their child and meet the balance of family test.
Overview – This temporary visa allows older parents to stay in Australia for up to 2 years and is a pathway to the Subclass 864 visa.
Eligibility – Applicants must be of pensionable age, sponsored by their child, and meet the balance of family test.
Overview – This temporary visa lets a parent of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen visit Australia for up to 3 or 5 years.
Eligibility – You must have an approved Sponsor to apply for this visa. You must have met and complied with any previous visa obligations. To be eligible you need to be the biological, legal (including adoptive) parent, step-parent or parent-in-law of the Parent Sponsor.
Permanent Residency – Some parent visas offer a pathway to permanent residency.
Multiple Entries – Most visas allow multiple entries to and from Australia.
Family Reunification – Live close to your children and grandchildren.
Access to Medicare – Permanent residents can access Australia’s public health care system.
Choose the Right Visa – Select the visa that best suits your circumstances.
Prepare Your Documents – Gather necessary documents, including proof of identity, relationship to your child, and evidence of your child’s citizenship or residency status.
Lodge Your Application – Submit your visa application online or by mail through the Department of Home Affairs.
Await a Decision – Processing times vary depending on the visa type.
Receive Your Visa – If successful, you will be granted your parent visa and can move to Australia.
The balance of family test requires that at least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or more of your children live in Australia than in any other country.
Yes, you can include your partner in your parent visa application.
Processing times vary. Contributory parent visas are generally processed faster than non-contributory parent visas.
Yes, you must have adequate health insurance unless you are eligible for Medicare.
For professional assistance with your Australian Parent Visa application, contact Emigrate Lawyers today. Our experienced team can guide you through the process, ensuring that all requirements are met and your application is as strong as possible.