CONTRIBUTORY AGED PARENT VISA (SUBCLASS 864)
The Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864) allows eligible parents to live in Australia indefinitely, work and study, access healthcare, sponsor relatives, and apply for Australian citizenship if eligible. This visa is typically obtained in two steps, starting with the Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 884). The visa grants a 5-year travel facility, and after the initial period, travellers need to apply for a Resident Return Visa or consider Australian citizenship for re-entry.
- This visa allows indefinite stay, work, and study in Australia.
- Enrolment in Australia’s public healthcare scheme, Medicare, is available.
- Sponsoring relatives to come to Australia is possible.
- Eligible for Australian citizenship application if requirements are met.
The Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864) application fee is AUD 48,365. Additional charges apply for each family member included in the application.
There are no specific conditions attached to the Contributory Aged Parent (Subclass 864) Visa.
Processing times for a new Contributory Aged Parent visa application may vary, but based on current planning levels, it may take at least 12 years on average.
For Applicant:
- Not holding or having applied for a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (Subclass 870) visa.
- Being sponsored by an eligible sponsor, typically an eligible child or a relative/community organization for children under 18.
- Meeting the age requirement to receive the age pension in Australia.
- Fulfilling the balance-of-family test, which measures the number of eligible children residing in Australia compared to other countries.
- Having assurance of support to demonstrate financial self-sufficiency.
- No history of visa cancellation or previous application refusal.
For Sponsor:
- Being an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Settled in Australia and aged 18 or older.
- Agreeing to provide support, housing, and financial assistance for the initial 2 years.
- Ability to sponsor more than one parent.
- Alternative sponsorship arrangements possible for child sponsors or community organizations meeting specific criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, you cannot apply for the Contributory Aged Parent Visa if you already hold a Sponsored Parent Visa (Subclass 870).
Yes, you can include your family members in your application, including your spouse and dependent children. Their details must be provided in the application form.
If your child is born after you have applied for the visa, you need to inform the Department of Home Affairs. Additional charges apply for each family member who applies with you.
The Contributory Aged Parent Visa allows indefinite stay in Australia.
The visa application process for the Contributory Aged Parent Visa may take at least 12 years on average, based on current planning levels.
Currently, there are no frequently asked questions available for the Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Subclass 114).