Parent Visas
Parent Visas
The General Skilled Migration program aims to fill skill gaps in the Australian economy by focusing on individuals with skills in the occupation list.
Visa Types
- Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) visa
- Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa
- Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) visa
In-demand Occupations
- Subclass 189: An occupation on the Medium and Long‑term Strategic Skills List of LIN 19/051: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities) Instrument 2019
- Subclass 190: An occupation in the Medium and Long‑term Strategic Skills List or Short‑term Skilled Occupation List of LIN 19/051: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities) Instrument 2019 (as long as it is a position nominated by a State / Territory for this category)
- Subclass 491: Any occupation in LIN 19/051: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities) Instrument 2019 (as long as it is a position nominated by a State / Territory for this category)
Parent Visas
The General Skilled Migration program aims to fill skill gaps in the Australian economy by focusing on individuals with skills in the occupation list.
The program covers a variety of visas, including a direct permanent residency with Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) and Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visas, as well as a staggering provisional track with Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (Subclass 491) visa. Those who are willing to relocate to specific regional areas will receive additional points.
Visa Types
- Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) visa
- Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa
- Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) visa
In-demand Occupations
- Subclass 189: An occupation on the Medium and Long‑term Strategic Skills List of LIN 19/051: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities) Instrument 2019
- Subclass 190: An occupation in the Medium and Long‑term Strategic Skills List or Short‑term Skilled Occupation List of LIN 19/051: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities) Instrument 2019 (as long as it is a position nominated by a State / Territory for this category)
- Subclass 491: Any occupation in LIN 19/051: Specification of Occupations and Assessing Authorities) Instrument 2019 (as long as it is a position nominated by a State / Territory for this category)
Australia’s Parent Visa Program
Parent visas include temporary and permanent options based on age, location, and financial capacity. Onshore applicants may be eligible for bridging visas.
Onshore Options: 804 / 884 / 864 / 870
Temporary Options: 870
Permanent Options: 103 / 143 / 804 / 864
Practical Pathways: Contributory (864 / 143) or Temporary (870) — faster than 30-year queue visas.
Sponsored Parent (Subclass 870)
Temporary visa for parents to visit for 3 or 5 years, renewable up to 10 years. No work rights.
Eligibility:
- Biological, adoptive, or step-parent of sponsor
- Must have approved Parent Sponsor earning ≥ AUD 83,454.80• Meet health, character, and insurance requirements
Documents:
- passport
- proof of relationship
- sponsor’s income
- health insurance
- police clearances.
Parent (Subclass 103)
Permanent visa for parents of settled Australian citizens or PRs. Processing time exceeds 30 years, offshore only.
Eligibility:
- Offshore application only
- Must meet Balance of Family Test
- Assurance of Support required
- Health & character checks
Documents:
- passport
- sponsor proof
- Form 40
- family test evidence
- police clearances.
Aged Parent (Subclass 804)
Permanent visa for older parents of settled Australians. Onshore applicants can stay under bridging visa during 30+ year processing.
Eligibility:
- Must apply and remain in Australia
- One parent must meet Aged Pension age
- Meet Balance of Family Test
- Assurance of Support required
- Health & character requirements
Documents:
- passport
- sponsor proof
- birth certificate
- assurance of support
- police checks.
Contributory Parent (143 / 173)
For parents willing to pay higher fees for faster PR. Temporary (173) valid for 2 years before PR (143).
Eligibility:
- In or outside Australia (no bridging visa onshore)
- Balance of Family Test & Assurance of Support
- Health and character checks
Documents:
- passport
- sponsor proof
- Form 40
- family evidence
- police clearances.
Contributory Aged Parent (864 / 884)
For aged parents paying higher fees for faster processing. 884 is a 2-year temporary visa before PR (864).
Eligibility:
- Apply in Australia
- Meet aged pension age
- Balance of Family Test
- Assurance of Support
- Health & character checks
Documents:
- passport
- sponsor proof
- Form 40
- birth certificate
- assurance of support
- police checks.
Common Questions about GSM
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864/143 visas take 18–24 months, while 103/804 may exceed 30 years
Yes, but only for eligible onshore subclasses like 804 or 864.
At least half of your children must be living permanently in Australia.
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