Parent Visa (Subclass 103)

The Parent Visa (subclass 103) allows parents of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia permanently. This visa is suitable for parents who wish to join their children in Australia on a long-term basis.

Key Features

• Permanent Residency: Grants permanent residency to successful applicants.
• Work and Study: Allows you to work and study in Australia.
• Access to Medicare: Provides access to Australia’s public healthcare system.
• Family Reunion: Enables parents to reunite with their children living in Australia.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Sponsorship: You must be sponsored by your child who is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
2. Balance of Family Test: At least half of your children must live permanently in Australia, or more of your children live in Australia than any other country.
3. Health and Character: You must meet health and character requirements.
4. Assurance of Support: An Assurance of Support (AoS) is required to ensure that you do not have to rely on government welfare payments.

Required Documents

• Identity Documents: Copies of passports, birth certificates, and national identity cards.
• Proof of Relationship: Birth certificates or adoption papers showing your relationship to your sponsoring child.
• Sponsorship Documents: Evidence of your sponsor’s Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or eligible New Zealand citizenship.
• Balance of Family Test: Documentation showing the number of children living in Australia and their residency status.
• Health and Character Documents: Medical examination results and police clearance certificates.
• Assurance of Support: Documents related to the Assurance of Support (AoS) bond.

Application Process

1. Sponsorship Application: Your child must lodge a sponsorship application with the Department of Home Affairs.
2. Lodge Visa Application: Once the sponsorship is approved, you can lodge your visa application.
3. Pay Fees: Pay the visa application fee.
4. Submit Documents: Submit all required documents, including evidence of your relationship, health, and character.
5. Biometrics and Health Checks: Complete any requested biometrics and health checks.
6. Assurance of Support: Arrange for an Assurance of Support.
7. Visa Decision: Wait for the visa decision from the Department of Home Affairs.

Cost

Expense	Cost (AUD)
Visa Application Fee	$4,760
Additional Applicant Fee (18+)	$2,380
Additional Applicant Fee (Under 18)	$1,195
Assurance of Support Bond	$10,000 (primary applicant) + $4,000 (additional applicant)
Health Examination	$300 – $500 (approx.)
Police Clearance Certificates	Varies by country

Visa Processing Time

• 75% of applications: Processing time varies significantly due to high demand and limited number of places available each year.
• 90% of applications: Processing time can exceed 30 years due to the long queue and limited visa allocation.

Key Points to Remember

• Long Processing Times: The Subclass 103 visa has extremely long processing times, potentially exceeding 30 years.
• Sponsorship Requirement: Your child must be able to sponsor you and provide an Assurance of Support.
• Balance of Family Test: Ensure that you meet the Balance of Family Test.
• Permanent Residency: This visa grants permanent residency, allowing you to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely.

Conclusion

The Parent Visa (subclass 103) offers a pathway for parents to join their children in Australia and gain permanent residency. However, it is important to be aware of the very long processing times and the requirements for sponsorship, the Balance of Family Test, and the Assurance of Support. Consider all aspects carefully to determine if this visa is the best option for reuniting with your family in Australia.

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