Subclass 103Parent Visa
The most affordable permanent parent visa, but with the longest processing queue. Suitable for parents who plan ahead and are willing to wait.
Overview
The Subclass 103 Parent Visa is a permanent offshore visa for parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. It is significantly cheaper than the contributory parent visas but has an extremely long processing queue, currently estimated at more than 30 years.
Like all parent visas, it requires the 'balance of family' test: at least half of the applicant's children must be Australian citizens or PRs living in Australia, or more of their children must live in Australia than in any other single country.
F4MG typically recommends the 103 only as a supplementary strategy alongside a temporary parent visa (like the 870 Sponsored Parent Visa) due to the very long queue. Applicants who lodge a 103 may be eligible for a Bridging Visa.
What this visa offers
Live & work freely in Australia
You have the freedom to live and work anywhere in Australia without restrictions.
Indefinite residency
Your 5-year visa can be renewed an unlimited number of times.
Family support
Sponsorship is available for eligible family members.
Medicare benefits
Eligible for comprehensive health coverage through Medicare.
Homeownership assistance
Eligible for a $10,000 first home owners grant.
Higher education funding
Access financial aid through Higher Education Loans Program (HELP).
A clear path to citizenship
After 4 years of residency, you can become an Australian citizen.
Citizenship for children
Children of permanent residents are automatically citizens.
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