Contributory Parent visa (subclass 173 and 143)
If a parent’s child is a qualified New Zealand citizen, an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident, they may be able to live in Australia under the Contributory Parent visa (subclass 173 and 143). For a period of two years, the contributory parent 173 visa holder is permitted to reside in Australia as a temporary resident. This visa cannot be renewed or extended; however, if the applicant wants to remain in Australia permanently, they must apply for a Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143) within two years of arriving on a 173 visa.
Subclass 173 Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa
This temporary visa lets a parent of a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen stay temporarily in Australia.
From 1 July 2023, changes to Australian citizenship eligibility for some New Zealand citizens holding a Special Category (subclass 444) (SCV) visa will apply. See Direct pathway to Australian citizenship for New Zealand citizens.
Eligibility
You are ineligible if you currently hold or have applied for a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (subclass 870) visa.
Sponsorship Requirement:
A sponsor is essential for this visa, typically an eligible child. If the child is under 18, sponsorship by an eligible relative or community organization is acceptable, subject to our approval.
Balance-of-Family Test:
To meet the balance-of-family test, either at least half of your children and step-children must be eligible children, or there must be more eligible children in Australia than any other single country.
Health, Character, and Debt Requirements:
Fulfill health and character requirements, repay any debts to the Australian Government, and have no history of visa cancellation or previous application refusals.
Visa Benefits:
- Live in Australia for up to 2 years.
- Work and study without government support.
- Enroll in Medicare.
- Apply for a permanent Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143).
- Two-Step Application for Permanent Visa (143):
You can spread the cost of the permanent visa by first applying for the temporary Contributory Parent (Temporary) (subclass 173) visa and then proceeding to the permanent Contributory Parent (subclass 143) visa.
Duration of Stay:
A temporary visa allowing a 2-year stay, commencing from the entry date to Australia after visa approval. Multiple entries are permitted within this period.
Including Family:
Include family members in your application, providing details for all members, migrating or not. Partners’ information is required, even if they are not applying for the visa.
Cost and Installments:
The visa costs AUD32,340, with an additional charge for each accompanying family member. Payment is divided into two instalments.
(Subclass 143) Contributory Parent visa
Eligibility
You are ineligible if you currently hold or have applied for a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (subclass 870) visa.
Retiree Applicants: Retirees can apply for the Parent visa (subclass 143) if, on May 8, 2018, they held or had previously held an Investor Retirement (subclass 405) or Retirement (subclass 410) visa, and have not held any other visa between May 8, 2018, and the application date.
Sponsorship Requirement: While sponsorship is typically needed, retirees applying for this visa category don’t require a sponsor.
Balance-of-Family Test: Retirees applying for this visa are exempt from the balance-of-family test.
Benefits of the Visa:
- Permanent residency with no need for an assurance of support.
- Stay in Australia indefinitely.
- Work, study, and access Medicare.
- Sponsor family members.
- Travel to and enter Australia for 5 years.
Travel Facility: Enjoy multiple entries to and from Australia for 5 years. For travel beyond the initial 5 years, consider applying for a Resident Return (RRV) or Australian citizenship.
Two-Step Application for Permanent Visa (143): For those holding a Contributory Parent (Temporary) (subclass 173) visa, applying for the subclass 143 visa allows spreading the cost over multiple years.
Permanent Residency Commencement: Permanent residency starts upon visa grant (if in Australia) or upon entering Australia on this visa (if outside Australia).
Including Family: Include family members in the application, detailing all family members, whether migrating or not.
Cost and Instalments: The visa costs AUD48,365, with an extra charge for each accompanying family member. Payment is divided into two instalments.
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