The Contributory Parent visa (subclass 173 and 143) is available to parents of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. The 173 visa is a temporary visa that allows parents to live in Australia for a duration of two years. It is important to note that the 173 visa cannot be extended or renewed. However, applicants have the option to apply for the Contributory Parent (subclass 143) visa if they wish to live permanently in Australia. This permanent visa can be applied for within two years of living in Australia on the 173 visa.
Subclass 173 Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa
The visa is categorized as a Contributory Visa, which means that it involves a contribution fee as part of the application process.
Standard Requirements
- You must be sponsored by an eligible sponsor.
- You must meet the balance-of-family test.
- You must be able to obtain an assurance of support.
As a holder of the Contributory Parent 173 visa, you have the following privileges:
- Reside, study, and work in Australia for a period of 2 years.
- Access health coverage from Medicare, which covers health-related care and expenses in Australia.
- Freely visit Australia multiple times during the two-year period from the date the visa is granted.
Subclass 143 Contributory Parent visa
The visa is categorized as a Contributory Visa, which means that it involves a contribution fee as part of the application process.
Standard Requirements
- You must be sponsored by an eligible sponsor.
- You must meet the balance-of-family test.
- You must be able to obtain an assurance of support.
As a holder of the Contributory Parent 143 visa, you enjoy the following benefits:
- Reside, study, or work in Australia indefinitely.
- Receive health coverage through Medicare.
- Become eligible to apply for Australian citizenship after meeting the necessary criteria.
- Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence in Australia.
- Leave and return to Australia multiple times within a five-year period from the date the visa is granted.
