Reunite Your Family in Australia Permanently
The Subclass 103 Parent Visa allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently. This visa is part of the family migration stream and provides a pathway for parents to join their children in Australia.
Key Benefits of the Subclass 103 Visa
✅ Permanent residency in Australia
✅ Live, work, and study without restrictions
✅ Access to Medicare (Australia’s public healthcare system)
✅ Pathway to citizenship (after meeting residency requirements)
✅ Sponsor eligible family members for future visas
Eligibility Requirements
For Parents (Applicants)
✔ Must have a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen
✔ At least half of your children must live permanently in Australia
✔ Meet the balance-of-family test (more below)
✔ Meet health and character requirements
For the Sponsor (Child in Australia)
✔ Must be an Australian citizen, PR holder, or eligible NZ citizen
✔ Must be settled in Australia (usually for at least 2 years)
✔ Must provide an Assurance of Support (AoS)
Balance-of-Family Test
To qualify, you must meet one of these conditions:
✔ At least half of your children must live permanently in Australia as PR or Citizen
Example: If you have 4 children, at least 2 must be Australian Permanent residents or Australian Citizens.
Application Process & Timeline
1. Submit the visa application
- Your sponsor (child in Australia) must lodge the application
2. Wait for Processing
- Current processing time: 30+ years (due to high demand)
- Priority processing is not available
3. Visa Grant
- When approved, you will receive permanent residency
Why Consider Other Parent Visa Options?
Due to extremely long wait times, many families consider:
✔ Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143) – Faster processing but higher cost
✔ Temporary Parent Visa (Subclass 870) – Allows stays of 3–5 years and upto 10 years.
How Immigrad Can Help
✅ Assess eligibility for Subclass 103 or alternative visas
✅ Prepare and lodge applications
✅ Guide on Assurance of Support (AoS) requirements
✅ Provide updates on processing times
Start Your Parent Visa Application
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Official Resources
Home Affairs – Parent Visa (Subclass 103)
Balance of Family Test Details
Note: Immigration regulations change frequently. While we maintain current knowledge, we recommend verifying information with the Department of Home Affairs or consulting a registered migration agent.
FAQs
Q: Can I work in Australia on this visa?
A: Yes, permanent residency grants full work rights.
Q: Is there an age limit for parents?
A: No, but health requirements apply.Q: Can I include my spouse in the application?
A: Yes, partners can be included as secondary applicants.