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Family & partner visas

Australian Parent and Contributory Parent visas (subclass 103 and 143)

Permanent visas that let the parent of a settled Australian sponsor move to Australia to live.

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Parent visas are capped and queued with very long and variable processing; do not state a specific processing time or charge without confirming current figures on the official pages.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Australia government website before you apply.
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Official name
Parent visa (subclass 103); Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143)
Route type
Permanent family (parent) visas
Key test
Balance-of-family test

Who it is for

  • Parents of a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen
  • Parents who meet the balance-of-family test
  • Those choosing between the standard (103) and contributory (143) pathways

Requirements

  • Be sponsored by an eligible child who is settled in Australia
  • Meet the balance-of-family test
  • Meet health and character requirements
  • For the contributory route, pay the higher visa application charge

What you can do

  • Live in Australia permanently
  • Work and study in Australia
  • Access Medicare and apply for citizenship if eligible

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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