Australia offers several Parent Visa options for parents who wish to join their children in Australia. The parent migration program includes both contributory and non-contributory visa categories.

Key Parent Visa options in Australia:

Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 173):

• This is a temporary visa that allows parents to live in Australia for up to two years.

• After holding this temporary visa, applicants can apply for the permanent Contributory Parent Visa.

Contributory Parent (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 143):

• This is a permanent visa that allows parents to live in Australia.

• It requires a higher application fee compared to non-contributory parent visas.

Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 884):

• Similar to the Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa, this is a temporary visa for aged parents.

• After holding this temporary visa, applicants can apply for the permanent Contributory Aged Parent Visa.

Contributory Aged Parent (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 864):

• This is a permanent visa for aged parents and is part of the contributory parent category.

Parent Visa (Subclass 103):

• This is a non-contributory permanent visa for parents with a child living in Australia who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

• There is generally a longer processing time for non-contributory parent visas, and there may be a substantial waiting period.

Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804):

• This is a non-contributory permanent visa for aged parents who are eligible for an Australian aged pension.

• Similar to the non-contributory parent visa, there may be a significant waiting period.

Please note: This summary provides general information and should not be considered as legal advice. It’s crucial to consult with a migration lawyer or refer to official government sources for the most up-to-date and accurate information.