Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143)

This is a permanent visa that will allow parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens to settle in Australia.

Under this visa:

• You may move to or stay in Australia as a permanent resident.
• You may work or study in Australia.
• You may sponsor eligible family members to come toAustralia.
• You may apply for Australian citizenship.
• You are eligible to enrol for Medicare, which will be helpful for medical and healthcare insurance.
• You may travel to and from Australia as many times in five years.
• If you are over the age of 65, you may stay in Australia while your application is processed.

Eligibility

To qualify for this visa, there are certain requirements:

• Sponsors of this visa must be Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens for a minimum period of two years.
• The visa applicant must meet the balance of the family test.This is not necessary if the applicant is opting for the Retirement Pathway orholds a Subclass 173 visa.
• The applicant must have assurance support (a legal agreement assuring the government that the sponsor is financially capable of looking after the applicant).
• The applicant must meet the Australian character requirements.
• The applicant must meet the health requirements and visit a doctor appointed by the Australian Immigration Authorities for a healthcheckup.
• The applicant must not have a cancelled or rejected Australian visa.
• The applicant must hold a Contributory Parent (Temporary)Visa (Subclass 173).

Documentation Requirements:

• Proof of identity such as passport, national identity card(if applicable) and personal details.
• Proof of name change (if applicable).
• Sponsor Documents - Form 40 Sponsorship for migration to Australia.
• Balance of family documents.
• Character documents, which may include mandated police verification.
• Assurance of support documents.
• For partners, documentation such as proof of identity,character and proof of relationship/marriage.
• Application Form 47PA.
• Proof of having paid the first instalment of the visa fee.
• Divorce certificate (if applicable).
• Death certificate (if the applicant is a widow/widower).
• Police clearances from any country you have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years

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Contributory Aged Parent Visa - Temporary (Subclass 884)

This visa applies to older parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens. While the application fee is slightly higher for a Contributory Aged Parent Visa - Temporary (Subclass 884),the processing time is much faster.

Under this visa:

• You may live in Australia for up to 2 years.
• You may work and study in Australia (you will not receive government support).
• You may travel to and from Australia multiple times for 2years.
• You may apply for a Permanent Contributory Aged Parent visa(Subclass 864).
• If you are above 65 years of age, you may apply for an Age Pension in Australia.

Eligibility

To qualify for this visa, there are certain requirements:

• The applicant must have an eligible sponsor. The sponsor is usually the applicant’s child, who should be above 18 years of age. However, if the child is under 18, the applicant may be sponsored by an eligible relative or community. The Department of Immigration must approve this sponsorship.
• The applicant must be old enough to qualify for an age pension in Australia.
• The applicant/s must meet Australian character requirements.
• The applicant/s must meet Australian health requirements.
• Applicants above the age of 18 must sign an AustralianValues Statement.  
• The visa applicant must meet the balance of the family test.
• Any outstanding debts to the Australian Government must be repaid, or suitable arrangements to repay must be made.
• The applicant must not have a cancelled or refused visa application while they are in Australia.

Documentation Requirements:
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• Proof of identity such as passport, national identity card(if applicable) and personal details.
• Proof of name change (if applicable).
• Sponsor Documents - Form 40 Sponsorship for migration to Australia.
• Balance of family documents.
• Character documents, which may include mandated police verification.
• Assurance of support documents.
• For partners, documentation such as proof of identity,character and proof of relationship/marriage.
• Application Form 47PA.
• Proof of having paid the first instalment of the visa fee.
• Divorce certificate (if applicable).
• Death certificate (if the applicant is a widow/widower).
• Police clearances from any country you have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years

Parent Visa (Subclass 103)

This is a permanent visa that will allow parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens to settle in Australia. If granted, the applicant/s may permanently migrate to Australia.  While a Parent Visa (Subclass 103) is relatively inexpensive and has a lower eligibility bar, it may take a longer time to be processed. According to sources, the current processing time for this visa is 30+ years.

Under this visa:

• You may move to or stay in Australia as a permanent resident.
• You may sponsor eligible family members to come to Australia.
• If eligible, you may apply for Australian citizenship.
• You may apply for a Permanent Contributory Aged Parent visa (Subclass 864).
• You are eligible to enrol for Medicare, which will be helpful for medicaland healthcare insurance.
• You may register in Australia’s social security system (awaiting period will apply).
• If you apply as a retiree, you are not required to meet the balance of the family test or have a sponsor.

Eligibility

To qualify for this visa, there are certain requirements:

• The applicant must have an eligible sponsor. The sponsor is usually the applicant’s child, who should be above 18 years of age. However, if the child is under 18, the applicant may be sponsored by an eligible relative or community. The Department of Immigration must approve this sponsorship.
• The applicant must be old enough to qualify for an age pension in Australia.
• The applicant/s must meet Australian character requirements.
• The applicant/s must meet Australian health requirements.
• Applicants above the age of 18 must sign an AustralianValues Statement.  
• The visa applicant must meet the balance of the family test.
• Any outstanding debts to the Australian Government must be repaid, or suitable arrangements to repay must be made.
• The applicant must not have a cancelled or refused visa application while they are in Australia.
• The applicant must not have applied for this visa previously nor hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (Subclass 870) visa.

Documentation Requirements:

• Proof of identity such as passport, national identity card(if applicable) and personal details.
• Proof of name change (if applicable).
• Sponsor Documents - Form 40 Sponsorship for migration to Australia.
• Balance of family documents.
• Character documents, which may include mandated police verification.
• Assurance of support documents.
• For partners, documentation such as proof of identity,character and proof of relationship/marriage.
• Application Form 47PA.
• Proof of having paid the first instalment of the visa fee.
• Divorce certificate (if applicable).
• Death certificate (if the applicant is a widow/widower).
• Police clearances from any country you have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years

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