Contributory Parent Visa (subclass 143)
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 12 to 24 months
- Fee
- AUD $5,040 (first instalment) + AUD $43,600 (second instalment)
- Validity
- Permanent
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Permanent visa for parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible NZ citizens. Two-instalment fee structure with total approximately AUD $48,640. Requires Assurance of Support bond of AUD $10,000 (one parent) or AUD $14,000 (two parents) held for 10 years. The sponsoring child must have lived in Australia for at least 2 years. At least half of the applicant's children must live permanently in Australia (balance of family test).
Eligibility
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Nationality
Open to all nationalities
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Purpose of visit
Must be the parent of a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen. Must pass the balance of family test.
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Health
Must meet health requirements
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Criminal record
Must meet character requirements
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Police clearance
Countries required: All countries lived in for 12+ months in last 10 years; Validity months: 12
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Sponsor financial
Minimum income: Must meet AOS income threshold; Required documents: Assurance of Support (AOS) bond, sponsor's tax returns, income evidence
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Health exam
Panel physician required: Yes; Validity months: 12
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Financial guarantee bond
Accepted institutions: Centrelink/Services Australia; Bond amount: AUD $10,000 for one parent, AUD $14,000 for two parents
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather identity, relationship, and financial documents. Sponsor arranges Assurance of Support
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Online application
Lodge visa application
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Fee payment
Pay first instalment of AUD $5,040. Pay second instalment of AUD $43,600 before visa is granted
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Processing wait
Wait 12-24 months for processing