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AGED PARENT VISA (SUBCLASS 804)

Australia offers a unique visa for older parents, known as the Aged Parent Visa – Subclass 804.

This visa is designed for parents who wish to live in Australia permanently, provided their child is settled in the country.

But what does this visa entail, and who is eligible? Let’s break it down in simple terms.

What is the Aged Parent Visa – Subclass 804?

This visa allows older parents to live in Australia permanently. It’s especially for those whose children are Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.

However, there’s a catch: the waiting time for this visa can be up to 30 years due to a long processing queue.

For those who don’t want to wait that long, there’s an alternative called the Contributory Aged Parent visa subclass 884. But this alternative comes with a higher application fee and requires an Assurance of Support bond.

Visa Requirements for the Aged Parent Visa – Subclass 804

Visa Requirements for the Aged Parent Visa 804 are-

Child in Australia: You should have a child who is:

 An Australian citizen

An Australian permanent resident

An eligible New Zealand citizen

If your child is younger than 18, other sponsors can step in, such as:

Your child’s spouse (if they’re over 18 and meet the citizenship criteria)

A close family member or guardian of your child

A close family member or guardian of your child’s spouse

A community organisation

Parent Visa Age Limit: To be eligible for the 804 visas, you need to be of pension age. However, Australia has been gradually increasing the pension age. Depending on when you apply, the age requirement is as follows:

 Until 1 July 2021 – 66 years

From 1 July 2021 – 66 years and 6 months.

From 1 July 2023 – 67 years

Family Balance Test: This test checks the location of your children. Either:

 Half of your children should live permanently in Australia, or

More of your children should live in Australia than in any other country.

Financial Support: You need someone to vouch for you financially. This is called an Assurance of Support. It’s a promise that someone will support you financially in Australia, so you don’t depend on public funds. Up to three people can promise this support for you.

Health and Character: Lastly, you should be in good health and have a clean record to be eligible.

Benefits of Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804)

Aged Benefits of Parent visa 804 are-

 This visa allows aged parents to remain permanently w in Australia.

Travel to and from Australia for five (5) years from the date the visa is granted.

You will be allowed to work and study in Australia.

You will be allowed to enrol in Medicare. 

Apply for citizenship when you become eligible.

Sponsor your family members to come to Australia.

Aged Parent Visa 804 processing time

Aged Parent visa 804 is subject to capping. Capping’ means there is a maximum number of visas that can be granted each migration program year.

Once that number is reached, no more visas may be granted that year. All remaining visa applications will remain in the ‘queue’ until a place becomes available in a future program year.

As of 30 September 2023, aged parent visa applications have been queued up to December 2012.

The anticipated processing duration for Aged Parent visa applications is approximately 30 years.

Aged Parent Visa Subclass 804 Cost

 The fee is $4,990 for the main applicant, $2,495 for the dependent partner.

A second instalment fee of $2,065 is payable by each applicant, just prior to visa grant.

 

For a smooth visa application, consulting a best migration agent in Perth experienced in immigration legislation is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

In case you don’t find an answer to your question, feel free to consult with one of our agents.

yes, if you lodge an Aged Parent Visa (subclass 804) in Australia, you will be granted a Bridging Visa.

The difference is in processing time and cost. 864 cost significantly more and therefore, the processing time is less compared to 804 visa.

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