Parent Visa (Subclass 103)
This visa allows parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live permanently in Australia. Although processing times are long, it offers permanent residency benefits and family reunification.
👪 Parent Visa (Subclass 103)
Want to reunite with your children and build beautiful memories together in Australia? 🇦🇺
The Parent Visa (Subclass 103) gives you the opportunity to permanently live in Australia with your child who is already settled here.
Although the processing time can be quite long ⏳, the permanent residency benefits—including Medicare access, work rights, and family sponsorship—make it a dream worth chasing for many families. 🏡
✨ Highlights
- 👶 If your child is under 18, the sponsor can be:
- ✔️ The child’s spouse who is 18+ and an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen.
- ✔️ A legal guardian or parent of the child’s spouse (18+ and settled in Australia).
- ✔️ A community organization or relative who meets sponsorship requirements.
- 📋 Must pass the Balance of Family Test.
- 👨⚕️ Access to Medicare and Australia’s public healthcare system.
- 🎓 Eligible to study and work in Australia.
- 🛂 Can apply for Australian citizenship once eligible.
- ✈️ Unlimited travel to and from Australia for 5 years post visa grant.
🔑 Key Eligibility Requirements
- 👨👩👧👦 You must be a parent of an Australian citizen, PR holder, or eligible NZ citizen.
- 🧾 Must have a sponsor meeting the eligibility criteria.
- ⚖️ You must pass the Balance of Family Test — at least half your children must be in Australia, or more of your children must live in Australia than in any other country.
- ✅ Must meet health and character requirements set by the Australian Government.
- 💵 Prepare financially, as processing may take several years.
📣 What LUMINS Offers
At LUMINS, we know that family is everything. ❤️
Let our expert MARA-registered team guide you through every detail of the application process and help you explore temporary or contributory parent visa options while you wait.
- 📍 Personalised support throughout your visa journey
- 📑 Assistance with documentation & sponsorship details
- 💬 Transparent communication & updates
- 🏆 Over 15 years of visa success stories!
👨👩👦 Reunite with your loved ones in Australia.
Get in touch with LUMINS and let us help bring your family closer.
Note: This content is for general guidance only. Migration laws are subject to change, and individual circumstances may vary. For detailed advice, speak with our registered migration experts or visit the Department of Home Affairs website.
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