Migration & Visas
Parent visas
Parent visas let parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents visit or live in Australia. There are several types, with very different costs and waiting times. Red Earth Migration explains your options and prepares the application.
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Who it’s for
Parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents
Parents who want to live in Australia near their children.
Families planning ahead
Children who want to sponsor their parents and understand the costs and timing first.
Older relatives
Older relatives who depend on family in Australia.
What’s included
Comparing parent visas
Contributory parent visas (173, 143, 884, 864), the Parent visa (103) and the Aged Parent visa (804).
Balance of family test
Checking whether the parents meet this test, which most parent visas require.
Sponsor and assurance of support
What the sponsoring child must provide.
Application
Preparing and lodging the application.
How it works
Assessment
A Registered Migration Agent checks which parent visas are possible for your family.
Choosing a visa
You decide based on cost, waiting time and where your parents will be while waiting.
Application
The application is prepared and lodged.
Queue and decision
Red Earth Migration keeps you informed while the application waits to be processed.
Good to know
Waiting times differ a lot
Contributory parent visas cost much more but are usually processed sooner than non-contributory ones, which can take many years.
Only registered agents can help with visas
Immigration assistance must come from a registered migration agent or an Australian lawyer.
Questions
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Answers are general information, not personal advice.
Reviewed by a Registered Migration Agent at Red Earth Migration · Last updated 6 October 2026
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Important information
General information only: it does not take your personal circumstances into account.
Services described here may be subject to eligibility, professional registration or licensing requirements. Confirm the relevant scope and documents directly with Red Earth Migration before proceeding.
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