Australian Parent Visas - Permanent Residency & FAST 870 visa

Learn about all the different parent visas available, what their benefits and limitations are, and about requirements.
- Parent 103 visa
- Aged Parent 804 visa
- Contributory Parent 173/143 visa
- Contributory Aged Parent 884/864 visa
- Sponsored Parent (Temporary) 870 visa
00:00 About us
00:35 Types of parent visas
02:05 Sponsored Parent Temporary 870 visa
04:10 Contributory Parent visas
06:15 Requirements for permanent Parent visas
06:39 Balance of family tests
07:52 Which parent visa to choose?
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Australian Immigration Law Services is based in Sydney and provides visa and related services. Karl Konrad, our Founder, has over 23 years of experience and leads a team of MARA registered migration specialists. More than expertise, our team provides honest and accurate advice, knowing your future is in our hands.
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[@pedrosousa3606]

Good afternoon. I would like you to answer to two different questions: 1. With a bridging visa (via a contributory aged parent visa), what is the time limit to visit the family in the country of origin per year in order not to affect the visa? 2. Where are the significant health issues that may prevent the granting of a visa defined? Is Parkinson's disease one of them?

[@ailsaustralia]

Too complicated for this forum to reply to. Please book a time to discuss. Thanks for watching

[@micheleramoskihara]

Is it only me who think this visa is out of reality and that this system should be reviewed?

[@sujeevasal]

FYI. Current processing time of 143 subclass visa will require over 15 years if you apply now! Parents who applied in 2017 will get their application process around 2023 or after six to seven years. As of now they are processing June 2016 subclass 143 and past six month nothing moving forward.

[@ailsaustralia]

Sorry Sujeeva but you are incorrect. Currently it is taking about 4-5 years for the 143 processing and they are still being granted. Thanks for your comment.

[@sujeevasal]

@@ailsaustralia thanks. Believe need to check this out!!! We have applied for 143 in June 2017 and still waiting . Yesterday, I got to know they are processing June 2016.

[@sujeevasal]

Allocation for parent visa now at 3600 altogether for current year and government having over 60k applications as of now!!!

[@colinstanley4608]

You are still suggesting that it will take 5 years to process a Subclass 143 Visa when the official Australian Homeaffairs Website currently states it will take 'at least' 64 months (5years 3 months) for applications to be released for final processing, which in itself takes at least 12months. We applied in January 2017 and haven't heard a thing since our application was acknowledged. It's such a long, cruel, frustrating experience Karl.

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi Colin, many visas are in slow down in the processing during the pandemic for obvious reasons. The government at the moment does not really want to add more Australian permanent residents to the list of people waiting to get into Australia. Things will change dramatically when the borders open up and that will not be far away now. Hang in there. Thanks for watching

[@mohamedituray1]

Thanks for the updates but I haven't heard of 866 protection

[@stevvic]

What’s the April 2024 updated news regarding the parents visa for a period of 3 to 5 years

[@riznest8217]

do u need a police clearance certificate for 870 parent visa and for how long

[@carolehooper605]

We applied for the 143 Visa in 2018. We were notified in August that we are now in the ‘queue’. Unfortunately, Home Affairs have not processed 143 visas since Covid and are still stuck on May 2016. With the current backlog of 143 Visas it looks like we’ve probably got another 4-6 years of waiting unless the government changes their immigration policy. It seems very unfair that when we first applied there was a 3 year wait with no cap. Now, it looks like a minimum 7 year wait. Being as this is an expensive ‘fast track’ visa it’s very disappointing 😟 Do you see things improving or will they just shut down the 143 Visa as the backlog is so huge - I’ve heard somewhere around 60 000. Or could they increase the cost to make it basically unaffordable for most parents? Your thoughts would be appreciated.

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi Carole, currently the 143 visa is still being granted although yes it has slowed down. When the borders open it will speed up and no doubt the government will increase the cap next financial year to process the back log. Thanks for watching and best of luck

[@sugarcan1110]

6months tourist go to bali or nzthen come back cheapest way posfible ig theyare retired

[@vinukivubeysinghe]

I have had my PR for 2 years now. I have stayed in Australia for 7 years. Am I eligible as a sponsor?

[@ailsaustralia]

As a sponsor yes you should be.

[@vinukivubeysinghe]

@@ailsaustralia They say usually resident for 4 years. Does this mean having PR for 4 years or having lived in Australia for 4 years.

[@vinukivubeysinghe]

@@ailsaustralia I'm talking about the 870 visa

[@suduvr]

Is there a way to get a visa to an elder who is your dependant but not your parents?

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi Vidurangi Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@dharshaniwickramaratne11]

Thanks Karl for the informative video . After watching your video we thought to get your idea on our visa matter . We applied for AX 103 in 2016 , almost 6 yrs ago. In 2022 we applied for contributory parent visa subclass 143 withdrawing AX 103 with the intention to cut down the long waiting period. Will AX 103 waiting period of 6 yrs be counted for 64 months processing time of subclass 143 ? Thanks .

[@ywcs4524]

thanks for the video. It is really very helpful to allow me to have a much better picture about the parent visa. I got a PR and would like to bring my parent to Australia. But my father has been diagnosed with cancer few years ago, which is under controlled. Do you think he can pass the medical requirement. thanks

[@marianenitalabay2658]

hi i apply my parent visa 143 last 2020 how long the processing of parent visa 143 thank you

[@kaushiwijerathne1789]

After get the PR,the child must want to live in australia for 4 yrs for take parents ?

[@kolithamunasinghe5627]

Hi my parents around 85 years old and they gave applied for subclass 143 visa in 2021. If they get PR will they get Medicare straight away and will they be able to use aged care?

[@ilyaskhan-rj7iy]

Sir, our sister is Australia Sayedne me, our sister, baby, with the list of names, the Australian government is going to be sir.

[@miranulislam8825]

Can you tell me which state/City is the best for PR in accounting and easy fast process like Adelaide, Perth, Tasmania or sunshine coast.....Sir please make this video please.....Love from Bangladesh🇧🇩❤️

[@ailsaustralia]

At the moment for offshore applicants none are any good. Lets see what happens next year. Good luck and thanks for watching

[@anasawais]

Hi Karl, I wanted to ask how come one can bring parents on a Visit Visa while being on a Student Visa. Does this co-relate in anyway or do they have to apply for a separate Visit Visa?

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Anas Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@Bazjoo]

Great Videos Karl. Can I apply for a Subclass 143 visa for my mother and then apply for 870 after that, so she could visit Australia while waiting for the 143 to be granted? thanks Karl.

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi Surush This is a difficult question to answer not knowing all the details of your circumstances. It’s the best if you can book a time with us so we can make sure that you meet all the necessary criteria. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@faryalqazi9142]

Hi my parents waiting to Humanitarian visa in Pakistan Please help me thanks

[@Tellyawhat4]

I understand that re the Subclass 870 Visa, the applicant must leave Australia for a minimum of 90 days before applying for a second 870 Visa. This should be added to the "Cons List" for this Visa, or does this no longer apply?

[@subbannar7319]

Can you please tell me weather both the parents can be included in 870 visa? Or a single parent?

[@somabrahma6052]

Thanks. Aged parent visa, plus bridging visa however patents are offshore after application. How long can they stay here in India. They're getting the standard Medical tests done and police verification currently. How long before they can get The visa? What's the money involved once visa us granted Yes they've cleared the balance test.

[@ailsaustralia]

Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@arpitabal17]

Can we expect parents visa to be cleared in 3 years as I heard and we have already applied for 103. As our only child is settled there for last 20 years. .

[@prosenjitbaruaony1483]

My brother and myself both are Australian citizens. Which visa will be suitable for my parents? and, Which will be cost effective for them considering health insurance?

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Prosenjit Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@irenehamill3250]

Great and very clear video thank you! H aving waited 52 months since applied for 143 our dilemma is do we apply for the 870 to avoid leaving in November once our visitor visa(600) expires?

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Irene If you need assistance, please book a time to discuss your circumstances. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@Rahul-xn3pi]

Hi Karl, thank you for the informative video. I would like to ask you a question please. My brother and myself both are Australian citizens. I want to apply for aged parent visa for my parents but unfortunately my brother is not on talking terms with my parents. So, can I still apply for this visa? Do I need my brothers details and signature on any form? If not, then is there another option? Thanks heaps in advance.

[@ailsaustralia]

Only one person needs to be a sponsor Rahul. No need to get the other siblings involved.

[@Rahul-xn3pi]

Okay. Thank you for the info. So, we don’t have to fill form 1221? Thanks heaps

[@nayanajayawardana6746]

I got my family sponsored visa refused today as well as the previous visa that was 600 visiter visa was refused. What can I do for that? My both children live in Australia. One is on PR other one is on TR

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Nayana Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@toniau613]

Great video!! Thanks for sharing! One quick question , if contribution aged parent visa didnt pass due to the health issue, can the parent still apply for 870 and get approved ? Thanks in advance !!

[@ailsaustralia]

Yes there is not the same requirements

[@Gurprxtsidhu]

hi, i have question regarding 482 visa does our experience counted after the study because i already in that occupation before i started my studies

[@ailsaustralia]

That depends Gurpreet on a few factors but generally you need to be working at the skill level and the skill level required is outlined in ANZSCO for you to check out. Thanks for watching

[@nachoelias6882]

hi, on the 143 visa. is there any deposit needed to be made by the sponsor? and if so, can he get into account what he earns in Australia and in his home country as an associate of the family business? regards

[@ailsaustralia]

Please book a time to duscuss your questions nacho

[@mehrnooshetemadi3673]

Hi, can I apply for parent visa but pay for only one of my parents ?

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Mehrnoosh Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@mukeshpujara2296]

Great information video sir one Que : I have only one son he is Australian citizen which is good & best for me I am 60 yrs old 143 ,or 173 plz answer me thanks

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi Mukesh Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@DearSalad]

What would you suggest if my parent is holding 870 now and would like to apply for a PR visa? Should she leave Australia for another visa (and what subclass would that be)? or wait till the 870 finishes? Thanks in advance.

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Charlotte Please book a time to discuss, too many variable to cover here. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@ahmadelsaegh282]

Any news about offshore visas? when will they be open?

[@ailsaustralia]

Next year sometime. keep watching

[@manishmpatel2572]

Thanks Karl for very informative Video. Now, I want to apply visa 143 with single installment. When do I need to pay full payment?? During application or when application ready to approve?? Appropriate if anyone can answer this question

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Manish If you need assistance, please book a time to discuss your circumstances. We also have articles on our web site already. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@sunitasudhera5438]

Hi bro I m sunita can I apply Pr because my all family members r p R accept me

[@punammann123]

Hi Karl, the immi website says you can apply 143 onshore. Does it then grant bridging visa?

[@ailsaustralia]

Sorry, no Punam. Thanks for watching

[@lahiruwickramasinghe9704]

Hi, if I am the sponsor, Do I need to show minimum annual income to sponsor my parents under 870 visa?

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Lahiru Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@devikaamarasooriya5390]

If my child come to learn medicine, since he is my one and only child can I accompanied with my son, Will visa can be granted along with his student visa.

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Devika If you need assistance, please book a time to discuss your circumstances. We also have articles on our web site already. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@harni4952]

Hi Karl We are Indonesian interested in 188B investment stream visa Is it possible if the fund for the designated investment plan in australia partly derived from our long term fixed deposit (which has already deposited about 8 yrs) Thks

[@vishnujayan6127]

Hi Karl will they increase contribution money for 143 visa in near future. If we apply for 143 visa now will it the same contributory fess as of now will be applicable to us.

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi Vishnu, no the large second instalment fee is locked in at the time of application so even if it goes up it would not affect all those people who have already applied. Thanks for watching

[@mendikhan4426]

Good

[@ailsaustralia]

Thank you for the feedback. Mendi. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@manjukanda5498]

We had applied for parents contributory visa 143 in 2018.... and still in queue

[@ailsaustralia]

Will be a while Manju with the back log. Please keep your eye on the departments web site for processing times. Thanks for watching

[@subbannar7319]

Manju Kanda, How can I contact you, please?

[@kips0514]

Hi, May I ask do these visa also apply to (adult) children wishing to join their parents in Australia We are from Uk, my Dad is an Australian citizen.

[@ailsaustralia]

Please book an appointment to discuss your circumstances via our website at www.australiavisa.com or call us on [phone]. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@kips0514]

@@ailsaustralia thank you for your reply. I will try to find this information out myself as it may not be a possibility for us, I don’t really wish to pay a large fee at this stage of my questions.

[@vinashah9556]

We have the 143 visa. Due to COVID can we fly to Brisbane and are we covered for medical needs as we have paid in full Also if we come now do we need to quarantine in a hotel or are we exempt as we have the 143 visa

[@ailsaustralia]

Vina you will need to check with QLD govt requirements for this answer. Thanks for watching

[@vanitasharma4122]

Vina can u plg tell wen u applied for 143 visa Nd wen you got it

[@sureshpatti3786]

Hi, I have been granted a temporary visa 485 visa on February 10, 2021. My visa details are mentioned below visa grant date 10 Feb 2021 For first entry arrive by 10 Feb 2022 must not arrive after 10 Feb 2023 I am currently staying in India. considering the travel ban, Should I enter Australia before 10 Feb 2022 to get a valid visa or can I enter between 10 Feb 2022 and 10 Feb 2023 to get the valid visa and can stay for two years. Can I be eligible for an exemption to the first entry arrival date as some of the visas removed the first entry arrival date. Awaiting your response

[@ailsaustralia]

Replied to this on another page already

[@sureshpatti3786]

@@ailsaustralia Thanks for your response

[@firozvohra1321]

i am FIROZ VOHRA, INDIA. HI KARL, NICE VIDEO 😘 but request to give detail regarding 143 visa application how process and when possible to final during current backlog or any priorities in such application. my DAUGHTER AZBA ALREADY APPLIED FOR US 143 VUSA LAST YEAR 8 DECEMBER 2020 FROM YOU AND YOUR LAW SERVICES. PLEASE CLEAR IT IF POSSIBLE. 😀😀😀

[@ailsaustralia]

Not sure of all of your circumstances but yes the backlog may blow out the processing times until they catch up. Thanks for watching

[@seemarangaiya473]

Any changes in 804 visa

[@ailsaustralia]

No change Seema. Thanks for watching

[@kayage7423]

Hi there is there any news for the 485 visa holders who got stucked out side

[@ailsaustralia]

Unfortunately not yet but the government will get around to addressing this issue soon we think. Hang in there. Thanks for watching.

[@bl9150]

5 years for the 143 contributory visa is a complete lie, anyone applying now is likely to wait for over 10 years. My parents applied in mid 2016 and are STILL waiting to get a case officer, has been almost six years now. There's no communication from the department whatsoever and you will be waiting forever for an email that will probably never come.

[@ailsaustralia]

You cannot take processing times during a pandemic as an example of normal times. When the pandemic dies down things will get back to normal but I hope that is sooner than later for you.

[@ashamathew9982]

Sir, I am 44 years old. I am Indian citizen. Will it possible for me to get PR

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Asha If you need assistance, please book a time to discuss your circumstances. We also have articles on our web site already. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@manpreetsingh-ix8hv]

I would like to make an inquiry

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Manpreet Please make an appointment via our website at www.australiavisa.com or phone if you need assistance. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@rohiniperera1905]

Sir, which year they finally stopped issuing of parent 143 visa

[@ailsaustralia]

Still issuing now. Thanks for watching

[@rohiniperera1905]

Thank you sir.

[@rohiniperera1905]

Which year is processing going now?

[@rohiniperera1905]

2016,2017 or what?

[@nanditabhatia2346]

I am 64, shall I apply for 143 or 864, as the waiting time is 5 years. If I apply for 143 by the time it is issued I will qualify for 864. Can I apply from India now or when I am in Australia hopefully end next year when the situation improves.

[@ailsaustralia]

Hi, Nandita This is a difficult question to answer not knowing all the details of your circumstances. It’s the best if you can book a time with us so we can make sure that you meet all the necessary criteria. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel.

[@anneevilla2621]

Wow great news!

[@ailsaustralia]

Thanks for the feedback. Anne. Thanks for watching and supporting this channel

[@indarjit9989]

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