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Parent visas (permanent) (143/173/103)

Permanent options for parents – contributory (faster, higher cost) and non-contributory.

Length of stayPermanent (173 is 2-year temporary)
Pathway to PRYes
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Who is this visa for?

Parents of settled Australian citizens, PR holders or eligible NZ citizens.

Key requirements

Balance of family testAt least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or more children live in Australia than in any other single country.
Assurance of SupportContributory visas require an AoS and bond.
QueuePlaces are capped – long queues, especially for non-contributory 103.

Streams & options

143 Contributory Parent

Permanent; higher second instalment; queue of many years.

173 Contributory Parent (Temporary)

2 years, then apply for 143.

103 Parent

Lower cost but a queue of 30+ years.

804 / 864 Aged Parent

Onshore options for parents of age pension age.

Step by step

1Check balance of family
2Choose visaContributory vs non-contributory.
3Lodge & queueQueue date assigned.
4Second instalment & AoSWhen the application is finalised.
5Grant

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