Australian Visas For Parents

Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143 is a permanent visa that allows a parent of a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or eligible New Zealand citizen to move and stay in Australia.

What does the Australian Visas for Parents Subclass 143 let you do?

A person holding an Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143 can move or stay in Australia as a permanent resident. It also lets an applicant work and study in Australia. The Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143 holder can enrol in Australia's public health care scheme and can also sponsor their family members to move and stay in Australia. It also lets an applicant travel to and from Australia as often as they want for five years from the visa grant date. The visa applicant can also apply for Australian citizenship if eligible.

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What are the eligibility requirements for Australian Visas for Parents Subclass 143?

Apply as a retiree

The person can apply for an Australian Visas for Parents Subclass 143 as a retiree if:

They have not held any other substantive visa between May 8, 2018, and the date they applied for the Parent visa, and
On May 8, 2018, they held or had previously held a subclass 405 Investment Retirement visa or Retirement subclass 410.

If the applicant is applying for this visa as a retiree, then they:

Do not have to meet the balance of family test.
Do not need to have an assurance of support.
Do not need a sponsor.

Visa requirement

The applicant cannot apply for the Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143 if they have already applied for or are holding a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) subclass 870 visa.

Have a sponsor

An eligible sponsor must sponsor the applicant for the Australian visas for parents. Usually, the applicant will be sponsored by an eligible child. However, if the child is under 18 years of age, then an eligible relative or community organisation can sponsor the applicant. In case the applicant applies for this visa as a retiree, then they don't need a sponsor.

Have an assurance of support

The Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143 applicant should be able to obtain an assurance of support. It assures the government that you will not rely on government assistance after entering Australia. The applicant needs assurance for themselves and any family members who come to Australia on Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143; however, if the person applying as a retiree does not need an assurance of support.

Meet the balance-of-family test

The applicant must meet the balance-of-family test. The person meets this test if at least half of their children and step-children are eligible children or if they have more eligible children who live in Australia in comparison to any other single country.

Health cover (OVHC)

You and your family members must maintain adequate health insurance for the entire 143 visa Australia duration. This health cover is called OVHC – Overseas Visitor Health Cover and is only available from an approved Australian health insurance provider.

Health requirements

The applicant and any family member who applies, along with the applicant, must meet the health requirements. The Department of Home Affairs, Australia, might also ask other family members who have not applied for the visa to meet the health requirements.

Character requirement

The applicant and any family member applying for Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143, along with the applicant, must meet the character requirements. The Department of Home Affairs, Australia, might also ask other family members who have not applied for Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143 to meet the character requirements.

Paid back to the Australian government

If the applicant or any of their family members owe the Australian government any money, they must have paid it back or should have a formal arrangement to pay it back.

Previous visa cancellations and refusals

The applicant must not have had a visa cancelled before or a previous application refused.

Acceptance of Australian Values Statement

If the applicant is 18 years or older, they must sign the Australian values statement.

Best interests of the child

The Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143 might only be granted to an applicant under 18 if it is in their best interests.

Cost for Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143?

Processing time for this visa can vary. Please visit Australian government Site. Visa Cost

Processing time for Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143?

Processing time for this visa can vary. Please visit Australian government site. Processing Times

How can you apply for an Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143?

The applicant can apply for this visa either onshore or offshore. Still, you must be outside Australia at the time of the decision unless you are holding or held a Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa subclass 173 or Visitor Visa subclass 600 before lodging your application. Any family members included in this visa application must also be in the same country as the main applicant when applying for this visa.

How can Way2Oz help you apply for Australian Visas for Parents subclass 143?

Our team of experienced and talented migration agents work with you closely to ensure a smooth visa application process from the outset till the grant. We are committed to resolving all your immigration-related queries. Our team of registered migration agents assesses your visa options and helps you reunite with your children by applying for Australian Visas for Parents (Subclass 143). So, book a consultation today and make your dream of settling in Australia with your family come true.