Subclass 143 โ Contributory Parent
Permanent visa for parents of settled Australian citizens/PR.
๐ How to Apply โ Step by Step
- Child in Australia lodges a sponsorship application
- Check balance of family test eligibility
- Lodge visa application
- Pay first instalment of visa charge
- Complete health and character checks
- Provide Assurance of Support from sponsor
- Pay second instalment when requested
- Await decision
โ Requirements
- Child is settled AU citizen/PR
- Balance of family test
- Assurance of Support
- Health and character
๐ก Tips for Applicants
- โขConsider the two-stage option (173 then 143) to spread the cost
- โขThe Assurance of Support bond is refundable after 10 years if no welfare claims are made
- โขFactor in the cost of health insurance โ Medicare eligibility may be limited initially
โ ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- โNot meeting the balance of family test
- โUnderestimating the total cost including Assurance of Support
- โNot having the sponsor demonstrate adequate income/assets
โ Frequently Asked Questions
The Contributory Parent visa costs $47,955 + $2,000 assurance of support bond per parent because parent visa holders are expected to use significant healthcare resources.
Currently 8-12 years for the non-contributory (103) queue, but 2-3 years for the contributory (143).
At least half of your children must be Australian citizens/PRs, or more children live in Australia than any other single country.
๐ Related Family Visas
Subclass 820 โ Partner (Temporary)
For partners (spouse or de facto) of Australian citizens/PR holders.
Subclass 801 โ Partner (Permanent)
Permanent stage of onshore partner visa (follows 820).
Subclass 309 โ Partner (Provisional)
Offshore partner visa for spouse/de facto of AU citizen/PR.
Subclass 100 โ Partner (Migrant)
Permanent stage of offshore partner visa (follows 309).
๐๏ธ Official Information
Always verify requirements with the official source before applying.
View on immi.homeaffairs.gov.au โ