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Contributory Aged Parent Visa (subclass 864/884)

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Contributory Aged Parent Visa (subclass 864/884)

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Benefits of the visa 864

  • Grant permanent residency, allowing you to live, work, and study in the country without time limitations
  • Work and study in Australia
  • Access to a wide range of social benefits, including healthcare through Medicare and certain social security advantages
  • Bring your family member to Australia with you
  • Apply for Australian citizenship if eligible

Requirements

  • Have an eligible child who is a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen, unless applying through the Retirement Pathway
  • Be old enough to receive the Australian Age Pension (currently 67 years) and be in Australia when you apply
  • Meet the balance-of-family test (waived if you hold a subclass 884 visa)
  • Have an Assurance of Support, unless applying through the Retirement Pathway
  • Meet health and character requirements
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Visa Application Charge

  • First instalment: the amount depends on your circumstances – check the Visa Pricing Estimator
  • Second instalment: AUD 43,600 per main applicant, payable when the visa is ready to be granted (a lower amount applies if you already hold a subclass 884 visa)
  • Additional charges apply for each family member included in the application
  • Charges as at 1 July 2026. Check the Home Affairs visa pricing page before lodging

Processing Time

  • Contributory Aged Parent visas are capped and queued, so waiting times are long – many years for new applications
  • Check the Home Affairs parent visa queue page for current release dates, or ask us for an estimate

Your Obligations

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How to Apply for an Australian visa?

  • Step 1: Check your eligibility, including the balance-of-family test, with our registered migration agent
  • Step 2: Gather your documents (identity, relationship evidence and your sponsor’s documents)
  • Step 3: Lodge your subclass 864 application online in ImmiAccount and pay the first instalment (online lodgement is required from 22 April 2026)
  • Step 4: Complete health examinations and biometrics when requested
  • Step 5: Wait for a place to become available in the queue
  • Step 6: When invited, arrange the Assurance of Support and pay the second instalment
  • Step 7: Receive your visa decision
  • Note: Applications for the temporary Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 884) must still be lodged on paper

Not sure if you qualify? Talk to our registered migration agent.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you don’t find an answer to your question below, feel free to get in touch with one of our agents, they will be more than happy to share their wisdom.

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Can I Stay in Australia while my application is processing?

Yes, you can live in Australia with your child for the duration it takes your application to process. Once you submit your application, you will receive a Bridging Visa, which allows you to remain in the country until you get your visa 864.

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