Parent Visas

Parent visas allow parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to join their children in Australia. These visas include contributory and non-contributory streams, temporary and permanent pathways, and typically require sponsorship by the eligible child plus health and character checks. Processing times and costs vary significantly between pathways. Parent visas balance family reunification goals with immigration program caps and policy settings. Applicants should assess eligibility, financial commitments (sponsorship undertakings), and timeline expectations; many families use parent visas to enable long-term residence or extended stays with their Australian family members.

Purpose: For parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents
Visa subclasses: