The Aged Parent (Residence) Visa (Subclass 864) is designed for parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens who wish to live in Australia permanently with their children. This visa is specifically for aged parents who are eligible for an aged pension.
Key Benefits
- • Permanent residency in Australia.
- • Opportunity to live with and be reunited with children in Australia.
- • Access to Australian healthcare and social services.
- • Be able to work and study in Australia
- • Eligible family members can be included in the application.
Eligibility
- • Be eligible for an aged pension in Australia.
- • Be sponsored by an eligible child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- • Meet health and character requirements.
Common Pathways
- • Aged parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens who wish to live permanently with their children in Australia often choose this visa.
Duration and Validity
The Contributory Aged Parent visa (Subclass 864) is a permanent visa, allowing you to live and work in Australia indefinitely.
Application Process Overview
- • Be eligible for an aged pension in Australia.
- • Be sponsored by an eligible child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- • Gather necessary documents, including proof of dependency.
- • Apply for the visa online, providing all required information.
- • Pay the application fee.
- • Attend a health examination and provide character documents, if required.
- • Wait for your visa to be processed (processing times vary).
- • Once approved, you can live with your children in Australia as a permanent resident.
For detailed information on the Contributory Aged Parent visa (Subclass 864), including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and more, please visit our nearest office or contact us via mail or phone.
Related Visas
Australian Visa Types
- Studying and training visas
- Partner Visas
- Child Visas
- Parent Visas
- Carer Visas
- Visitor Visas
- Temporary Graduate Visa
- Working and skilled visas
