Australian Parent Visas

This type of Australian visa is for parents of permanent residents or citizens of Australia. Currently, there are 2 kinds of Australian Parent visas available for parents who wish to migrate. 

Australian Parent Visa
Parent Visa (103)
Aged Parent Visa (804)
Parent Visa Contributory Scheme
Contributory Aged Parent (864)
Contributory Parent (143)

Keep in mind that the main criteria for both categories are the same. The only difference is that in Contributory Parent visa, the applicant must be able to lend a significant amount of contribution regarding welfare and future health costs. This type of visa offers temporary visas that are good for 2 years. Holders of temporary Contributory Parent visas may apply for a permanent Contributory visa if they wish to do so. 

Keep in mind that although there's a cap for Parent visas, the number of offices that accept Contributory Parent visa applications are far greater than Parent visa offices. Also, Contributory visas take higher priority than Parent visas.

Applicants of Australian Parent visas must be either a parent or sponsored by a child who is an eligible New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident or a settled Australian citizen. They must also pass the Balance of Family exam (which you may see below). 

The following must be provided in lieu of the visa application:
- Police Clearances (Character and Health).
- Public Interest Criteria
- Assurance of Support

A Summary of the Balance of Family Exam 
What is the number of allowable children for parents who are eligible New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and citizens of Australia?
a. greater or equal to the number of children of parents who reside overseas.
b. greater than the most number of children of parents who reside in any country.

To apply for aged parents visa, men must be 65 years or older, while for women it depends on their DOB. 

Parents may apply for an Aged Parent visa while they are in Australia in order to stay in the country while the Parent visa is being processed. The parent must be aged at least 65 years or over, must be residing within Australia, and must have a visa that doesn't have withholding conditions halting any other onshore application, which is usually 8503, or No Further Stay.

Contact us today to get a better understanding of how a Parent visa works. Our migration specialists can determine what requirements you need for your visa application.