Parent Migration Visa

Introduction

The parent migration visa is designed for Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens who wish to reunite with their parents in Australia. The visa categories are determined by factors such as financial capability, parental age, applicant location, and urgency of reunification.

Visa Categories

Non-Contributory Parent Migration Visa (Subclass 103/804)
- 103 Visa(Offshore Application): A non-contributory visa for parents applying from outside Australia.
  Processing Time: 31 years for newly lodged applications.
- 804 Visa(Onshore Application): A non-contributory visa for aged parents (68+ years) applying from within Australia. Processing Time: 31 years for newly lodged applications.

Contributory Temporary Parent Visa (Subclass 143/864)
- 143 Visa（Offshore Application): A contributory parent visa for applicants outside Australia. Processing Time: 14 years for newly lodged applications.
- 864 Visa（Onshore Application): A contributory parent visa for aged parents (68 years) applying from within Australia. Processing Time: 14 years for newly lodged applications.

Contributory Temporary Parent Visa (Subclass 173/884)
- 173 Visa（Offshore Application): A temporary visa valid for 2 years, during which applicants can apply for the 143 permanent visa.
- 884 Visa（Onshore Application): A temporary visa for aged parents, leading to eligibility for the 864 permanent visa.

Temporary Sponsored Parent Visa (Subclass 870)：A non-migrant visa allowing parents to live in Australia for 5-10 years without receiving Australian social benefits.

Visa Selection Guide

Want parents to stay in Australia for 5-10 years without migration → Apply for Subclass 870
y f Not urgent for permanent residency and with limited budget → Apply for Subclass 103/804
Want faster permanent residency with sufficient budget → Apply for Subclass 143/864
Prefer temporary residence leading to permanent residency later → Apply for Subclass 173/884

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Parent Migration Visa Success Cases