This permanent visa permits a parent of a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to move to Australia.
- Must be the parent of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Must meet health and character requirements.
- Must have a sponsor who is an eligible child or another eligible person.
For detailed eligibility and exemptions:
- Visa application charges are higher for faster processing.
- Processing Time: Faster than non-contributory visas.
- Additional costs include health assessments, police certificates, and biometrics (if applicable).
Parent Visa Assessment
Eligibility Criteria
You may be eligible for a parent category visa if:
- Your child is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Your child has lawfully lived in Australia for at least 2 years prior to your visa application.
- You have a sponsor.
- You meet the Balance of Family test criteria.
- You meet health and character requirements.
Sponsorship
To apply for a parent category visa, you need a sponsor who must be:
- An Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- At least 18 years old.
- Lawfully resident in Australia for at least 2 years before the parent’s visa application.
- Special provisions exist for sponsors under 18 years old.
Duration of Stay
A parent category visa permits you to:
- Reside in Australia for up to 2 years as a temporary resident, or
- Live in Australia as a permanent resident
Balance of Family Test
Applicants must meet the balance of family test, which determines your links to Australia. You qualify if:
- At least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or
- More of your children live permanently in Australia than any other country.
Parent Visa Processing, Support, and Costs
Processing Times for Family Visas
Processing times depend on several factors, including demand and planning levels. Parent and Aged Parent category visas are subject to capping, whereas Contributory Parent visas are not. If a visa type reaches its cap, applicants must wait in a queue until more places become available.
Assurance of Support (Bond)
An assurance of support is an agreement to financially assist a migrating family if necessary, to minimize costs to Australian taxpayers. The assurer agrees to repay any social security payments claimed by the visa applicant or migrating family members.
Parent Visa Application Process and Costs
Parent Visa costs can range from $5,000 to $20,000+. It is essential to receive an individual assessment. Contact us for detailed information on parent visa application costs and to discuss your specific situation.
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