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Deciding which visa is the best option for your parents to visit Australia can be confusing. If you’re wondering which visa to apply for to allow your parents to visit Australia, there are a few options available depending on your parents’ country of origin and how long they’d like to stay here in Australia.

Electronic Travel Authority

An Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is a travel authorisation linked to your e-passport, which allows entry into Australia as many times as they would like during a 12-month period and for up to 3 months per visit. There is no visa application charge for Electronic Travel Authority but there may be an administration cost of $20.

ETAs are available to citizens of 33 countries and British Nationals (Overseas). Most eligible nationalities are European. Citizens of certain Central, Eastern European, Middle Eastern and Asian countries are not eligible to apply for an ETA. It is a good option for parents looking to visit their children in Australia for up to 3 months, provided they hold citizenship from an eligible country.

The ETA is a cheap and easy to apply for option. However, the eligibility is limited and visitors cannot stay for more than 3 months at a time. It will also allow them to study for up to 3 months in Australia, although if your parents are intending to study in Australia a student visa may be more appropriate.

eVisitor Visa

An eVisitor visa (subclass 651) is very similar to the ETA. It allows you to enter Australia as many times as you’d like during a 12-month period and for up to 3 months per visit. There is no cost to apply for an eVisitor visa. The only major difference between the eVisitor visa and ETA are the eligible countries and the application process.

eVisitor visas are available to citizens from 35 different countries, but not British nationals. Similarly to the ETA, the eVistor visa is eligible for most European citizens excluding certain Central and East European countries. An eVisitor visa is a good option for parents looking to visit their children in Australia for up to 3 months, provided they hold citizenship from an eligible country.

Visitor Visa

A visitor visa (subclass 600) is a good option for parents that are looking to visit Australia and are not eligible for the ETA or eVisitor visa. The visitor visa costs $370 to apply for and is open to all nationalities. The length of time you can stay and the number of times you may enter Australia on this visa can vary. You can apply to stay in Australia for either 3, 6 or 12 months with a single entry or multiple entries. A visitor visa is a good option if your parents would like to stay with you for longer than 3 months (up to a year) or if they aren’t eligible for the ETA or eVisitor visa.

Sponsored Parent Visa

A sponsored parent visa (subclass 103) is a permanent visa that allows the parents of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand Citizen to migrate to Australia permanently. The cost to apply for this visa starts from $6,490 and it is open to all nationalities. In most cases, this visa will require parent sponsorship by the child of the visa applicant(s). However, there is also an option to apply for this visa without sponsorship as a retiree if you meet certain requirements.

A sponsored parent visa is a good option for parents that are looking to move to Australia permanently. However, it’s not the most suitable option for parents that are just looking to visit Australia temporarily.

Parent Visa

A parent visa (subclass 870) is a temporary visa that allows the parents of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand Citizen to live in Australia for up to 3 or 5 years. The cost to apply for this visa starts from $5,090 for a 3-year visa or $10,180 for a 5-year visa and is open to all nationalities. To apply for this visa, the child (Australian citizen or permanent resident) must sponsor their parents’ application.

A parent visa is a good option for parents that are looking to stay for up to 3-5 years but are not interested in permanently migrating to Australia. The main benefit of this visa over the permanent parent visa is that it is processed much more quickly.

If you’re looking to apply for a visa for your parents to visit Australia, you’ll first need to decide how long you’d like them to stay. The most suitable visa can vary depending on their country of origin and intended length of stay. If you are looking for advice on which is the best visa to apply for contact AustraliaMigrate today for assistance.

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Australian Immigration Law Update: Longer Visitor Visa (Tourist Stream) for Parents of Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents

by Lien Hoang | Oct 21, 2021 | Migration

Parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents are able to apply for a Visitor visa (subclass 600)  to visit Australia for a longer period. This allows parents who meet the criteria for a Visitor visa to have regular extended visits with their family in Australia without needing to apply for a new visa on each visit and also recognise the length of the Parent visa queue.

Multiple entry visas with a maximum stay of 12 months will be considered on a case-by-case basis with maximum validity periods of up to:

• 5 years for parents outside Australia and in the Parent visa (subclass103) application queue;
• had a previous Australian visa and complied with the conditions; and
• have not applied for a Parent visa; or
• have applied for a parent visa but are not yet in the Parent visa (subclass103) queue; and
• not previously travelled to Australia; and
• have applied for a Parent visa but are not yet in the Parent visa (subclass103) queue.

Longer Visitor visas described above will also be considered for step parents and eligible New Zealand citizens.

To be granted a Visitor visa, applicants must meet all requirements including health, character, having sufficient funds and satisfying the decision maker that they intend a genuine visit and will comply with relevant visa conditions.

Applicants who are not eligible

Longer Visitor visas will not be available to other family members like partners or children who have existing permanent visa options with shorter queues.

It is unlikely that parents who have previously been refused a Visitor visa will now meet the requirements, unless their circumstances have changed.

Visitor visas are not intended for maintaining ongoing residence in Australia. Accordingly, longer Visitor visas will not be considered for parents who:

• are already in Australia; or
• have already spent 12 months in Australia in the last 18 months.

If you have recently stayed in Australia for an extended period, you will generally not be considered for a longer Tourist visa until you have spent a minimum of 6 months outside Australia in the last 18 months at the time you apply for a new Visitor visa. For example, if you have spent the last 12 months in Australia, you should wait for 6 months before applying for a new visa if you wish to be considered under these arrangements.

Visa conditions

Visa holders who do not comply with the conditions of their visa risk having their visa cancelled and in some cases being subject to exclusion periods from Australia. Compliance with visa conditions will also be considered in any future visa application.

In addition to standard Visitor visa conditions, parents granted longer Visitor visas will also be subject to the following conditions which are discussed below:

Period of stay in Australia – 12 months or less in any 18 month period

Parents who are granted a visa under these arrangements will have a visa condition which strictly limits their stay in Australia to no more than 12 months in any 18 month period.

Visa holders may visit Australia on multiple occasions while their visa is valid but must not stay in Australia for more than 12 months continually or a total of 12 months in any 18 month period. This means, for example, that if you stay in Australia for 12 months continually, you must then spend 6 months outside Australia before returning.

Your visa will automatically cease if you spend more than 12 months continually in Australia.

Health Insurance

Parents granted longer Visitor visas will be required to maintain adequate health insurance while in Australia.

Reciprocal health arrangements are not adequate to meet this requirement.

You may be requested to provide evidence that you hold 12 months’ health insurance cover if you are considered for a longer Visitor visa under these arrangements.

If you apply for another visa in the future, you may be asked to provide evidence that you held health insurance while in Australia on the previous visit.

Health insurance:

• can be with any Australian insurer or reputable overseas insurer
• doesn’t need to be with a specialist health insurance company
• must be fully comprehensive (that is, it must provide at least Medicare equivalent cover including hospital, emergency, general practitioner and pharmaceutical benefits)

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When you apply for an Australian Parent visa there are certain criteria that need to be met. All visa applicants need to meet the health and good character requirements, but Parent visa applicants also need to meet the balance of family test, have a sponsor and meet the Assurance of Support requirement. 

Read more: Which is the best Australian parent visa for you?

Balance of family test

For all parent visas, except the subclass 870 Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa, you must satisfy the balance of family test. In simple terms, you must have at least 50% of your children residing in Australia. They must be permanent residents or citizens and must have lived in Australia for at least two years. 

When doing the balance of family test, you need to take into consideration all the children of everyone applying. If you're a single applicant, then it’s simple as you will only count your children. But if you're applying with a partner, then the children of both applicants need to be taken into account, including any children from previous relationships.

The age of the applicant

If you're applying from within Australia, it is a requirement that the main applicant must be 67 years of age or older at the time of application. The age of your partner is not of any consequence.

If you’re applying from outside of Australia, you must be over 18 years old.

Assurance of Support (AoS)

One of the requirements for many parent visas is that you must have a sponsor. Generally, your sponsor is your child and must be aged 18 or older. The AoS is a bond that is paid to the Australian government by your sponsor and is only requested towards the end of visa processing, just prior to visa approval.

This bond is used by the government in case there is a circumstance where the Parent visa applicants need to draw upon public funds. This could be housing support or other types of benefits drawn from the government. It is held for a period of 10 years for contributory visas and four years for non-contributory visas, and whatever is not used, is given back to you after that time.

Other criteria

The health and good character requirements are mandatory for all applicants. This means that you will need to attend a medical examination and provide police checks as part of the application process.

The health requirement is in place to protect the Australian community from public health and safety risks, such as tuberculosis for example. It also helps the government control how much they spend on services such as social security benefits, allowances and pensions and ensures that Australian citizens and permanent residents can access health and community services that are in short supply.

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Bringing your Parents to Australia on a Tourist Visa

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Updated: 4 April 2024

If you’re planning to bring your parents to visit you in Australia, a visitor visa in the tourist stream is likely to be one of your best options. 

A visitor visa will allow your parents to remain with you in Australia for up to 12 months – and may even allow them to travel to and from Australia to visit you for a longer period. 

Here’s what you need to know.

Different types of tourist and visitor visas

A visitor or tourist visa is a short stay visa that will allow your parents to visit Australia for a continuous period of three, six, or twelve months. This visa does not grant the right to work.

Each of your parents will need an individual tourist visa, but they can link their applications together.

Australia has different categories of tourist or visitor visas. The best option depends on the passport that your parents hold, and the nature of their visit.

Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)

The Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) is a temporary visa that allows individuals to visit Australia for tourism purposes, visiting family or friends, or engaging in other short-term activities. This visa can be granted for either a single entry or multiple entries and allows stays of up to three, six, or twelve months.

Visitor visa (subclass 600) Sponsored family stream

This visa category allows individuals, typically sponsored by a family member, to visit Australia to reunite with their relatives. 

The sponsor must be an Australian permanent resident or citizen and may be required to provide a security bond if requested by the Department of Home Affairs. 

Security bonds typically range between $5,000 and $15,000 per person, although any amount may be requested. The bond must be paid in full before a final decision is made on the visa application and will be refunded if the visitor adheres to visa conditions and departs Australia before the visa expiry date.

eVisitor (Subclass 651)

The eVisitor (Subclass 651) is an online visa available to passport holders from certain countries, including European Union member states and a few other European countries. It allows individuals to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes for up to three months per visit within a 12-month period.

Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (Subclass 601)

The Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (Subclass 601) is available to passport holders from eligible countries and regions. It allows individuals to visit Australia for tourism, business, or visiting family purposes for up to three months per visit within a 12-month period. ETAs can be applied for online or through a travel agent.

Visitor Visa (Subclass 601)

The Visitor Visa (Subclass 601) is for individuals who are not eligible for an ETA or eVisitor and wish to visit Australia for tourism or business purposes. It allows stays of up to three, six, or twelve months, depending on the circumstances.

How long does a tourist visa last?

In most cases a visitor visa lasts for a maximum of 12 months. 

However the Department has the discretion to grant visitor visas for longer – up to 3, 5 or even up to 10 years. 

If you are an Australian resident or citizen, the Department may decide to grant your parents a visa that lasts for a longer period of time. The length of your parents’ visa will be determined by the Department after they have assessed their application.

The maximum length is as follows:

• If your parents are in the Parent Visa (subclass 103) queue, the Department can grant a visa that lasts up to five years
• If your parents are not in the queue, but have previously held an Australian visa and complied with the conditions, the Department can grant a visa that lasts up to three years
• If your parents have never been to Australia, the Department can grant a visa that lasts up to 18 months

If your parents are granted an extended visitor visa, their visa will have three additional conditions:

• Your parents can stay for a maximum of 12 months in an 18-month period
• Your parents must maintain fully comprehensive health insurance
• Your parents cannot apply for an additional visa from Australia (the “no further stay” condition)

In addition, in order to be eligible for the extended visa length outlined above, your parents must apply for their visa from outside Australia.

Will my parents need a sponsor to come to Australia?

Whether your parents’ visa will need a sponsor will depend on the Department. When your parents apply for their visa, it is possible the Department will require them to apply for the sponsored family stream of the visitor visa instead of the tourist stream.

If they do, your parents’ visa will need to be sponsored by an eligible relative, who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident and has been settled in Australia for a reasonable period (usually more than two years). 

If you meet these requirements, you can sponsor your parent’s visa.

The Department may also require the sponsor to pay a security bond.

What are the requirements for a tourist visa?

When your parents apply for a visitor visa in the tourist stream they must:

• Intend to do the activities in the tourist stream, such as holiday activities or visiting family.
• Show that they are travelling to Australia as genuine visitors – with a demonstrated intention to return back home.
• Have enough money to support themselves during their stay in Australia.
• Meet health and character requirements.

What happens when my parents’ visa expires? What if I want them to stay longer?

When your parents’ visa expires, they may be able to apply for a new visitor visa from within Australia, provided that their visa does not have the “no further stay” condition. If their visas do have the no further stay condition they must leave Australia – but can apply for a new visa from outside the country.

If you wish your parents to stay with you for the long term, you may wish to consider a Parent Visa (or a Contributory Parent Visa).

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Bringing Parents to Australia A Comprehensive Guide to Australia

Introduction.

Are you Looking to Bring parents to Australia? Though the road ahead could seem complicated, we’ve got your back. We’ll reduce it, walk you through every step, and make you confident you understand anything. Bringing parents to Australia will be tension free.

Imagine the joy of having your parents by your side in Australia. Navigating the paperwork and rules can be like exploring a new terrain, but we’re your compass, showing you the way. This is a shared adventure where we help you overcome bureaucratic hurdles.

We’ll simplify everything From documents to criteria, erasing any uncertainty.  With our help, this journey becomes a story of family bonds triumphing over distance. So get ready to create lasting memories with your parents in Australia.

Temporary Parent Visa (Subclass 870)

Eligibility and Sponsorship:   Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens can sponsor their parents.

Balance of Family Test: More eligible children must live in Australia than in any other country, or more than half of the parent’s children must call Australia home.

Timeframe and Renewal:   Offers 3- or 5-year stays, renewable for a maximum of 10 years.

Health Insurance:   Adequate coverage is mandatory during the parent’s stay.

Processing Time:   Note that processing times can be lengthy, so planning is essential.

Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 173/143)

Two-step process:.

Begins with a temporary Subclass 173 visa, leading to a permanent Subclass 143 visa.

Financial Contribution:

Requires higher application fees to cover healthcare and welfare expenses.

Balance of Family Test:

The Balance of Family test remains a prerequisite. Health and Character Checks: Both parents must meet health and character requirements.

Parental Assurance:

A bond might be necessary to ensure no reliance on social welfare.

Parent Visa (Subclass 103)

Queue System: Applications are queued based on application date, affecting processing times.

Balance of Family Test: This test is a common requirement for parent visas.

Age Limit: The Parent Visa has no age limit, making it suitable for older parents.

Processing Times: Expect potentially long processing times due to high demand.

Visa Queue: The Australian Department of Home Affairs manages the Parent Visa queue. Bringing parents to Australia involves thoughtful consideration of your family’s needs.

Before applying, consulting with migration experts or legal advisors is advisable.

Remember that immigration laws might alter, so maintaining up-to-date information is essential for a successful application. Never forget that reaching your parents again is a big step. This voyage will go more smoothly and joyfully if you choose the proper visa and meet all conditions.

Eligibility Criteria for Parent Visas:

A Clear Overview of  Bringing parent to Australia involves fulfilling specific eligibility criteria, varying across different visa options. Here’s a concise breakdown of the critical requirements for each visa subclass:

Sponsorship Eligibility: – Sponsor must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

Balance of Family Test: – Over half of the parent’s children should reside in Australia, or there must be more eligible children in Australia than in any other country.

Sponsorship and Citizenship: – Sponsor can be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

Financial Requirement: – This visa entails higher application fees to cover the parent’s healthcare and welfare expenses.

Balance of Family Test: – Parent must fulfil the Balance of Family test, indicating significant family presence in Australia.

Sponsorship Eligibility: – Sponsor can be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

Balance of Family Test: – Parent must meet the Balance of Family test, reflecting substantial family presence in Australia.

Age Limit: – The Parent Visa doesn’t have an age limit, making it ideal for older parents. Meeting these criteria is crucial for a successful parent visa application. Consulting migration experts is advised to ensure accurate understanding and fulfilling all requirements.

Applying for the Visa:

Simplified Steps When securing parent visas in Australia, a smooth application journey is vital. Here’s a simplified guide to help you navigate the process effectively:

Online Application:

Start by submitting your parent visa application online through the Australian Department of Home Affairs website. To begin, create an Miscount to initiate the process.

Required Documents:

Ensure you have the documents to support your parent visa application. Although specific requirements might differ based on your chosen visa subclass, these are some standard documents you might need:

Identity and Citizenship Documents involve

your passport, birth certificate, and relevant citizenship or residency papers.

Relationship Documents:

Proof of your parent-child relationship is crucial. This could include birth certificates, marriage certificates, and similar records.

Health and Character Documents:

Your parents need health assessments and police clearance certificates from relevant countries.

Financial and Assurance Documents:

Some visa subclasses require proof of financial capacity and parental assurance.

Health Insurance:

Adequate health insurance coverage is usually mandatory for the parent’s stay in Australia.

Processing Times:

• Be advised that processing periods can vary widely depending on the type of visa, demand, and individual circumstances.
• Check the website of the Department of Home Affairs for the most recent details on anticipated processing timelines. You’ll be better prepared to start bringing parents to Australia if you follow these straightforward steps and ensure you have the required paperwork.
• Remember that a successful application process depends on being knowledgeable and prepared.

Ensure you have the documents to support your parent visa application. Although specific requirements might differ based on your chosen visa subclass, these are some standard documents you might need

Your parent will need health assessments and police clearance certificates from relevant countries.

Health Insurance :

Remember that depending on the type of visa, demand, and individual circumstances, processing periods can vary greatly.

Visit the Department of Home Affairs website for the most recent details on anticipated processing timelines.

If you complete these easy instructions and ensure you have the required paperwork, the quest of bringing parents to Australia is stress free.

Keeping informed and organized is crucial for a successful application process, so keep that in mind.

Preparing for Arrival: A Guide to Seamless Transition

As your parent’s arrival to Australia approaches, thoughtful preparation can make their transition smoother. Here’s a concise guide to ensure their journey and settling process are as seamless as possible:

Gathering Essential Documents:

Ensure your parents have vital documents like their visa grant notice, passport, and any required medical or character certificates.

Accommodation:

Arrange comfortable accommodation for their initial stay. A welcoming environment matters, whether with you, a rented place, or temporary housing.

Settling in Australia:

Assisting your parent in adapting to their new life is invaluable. Consider the following:

Health and Wellbeing:

Help them register for essential health services and understand how to access medical care.

Understanding the Locality:

Familiarize them with their neighbourhood, public transportation options, and local amenities.

Social Integration:

Encourage involvement in community activities and social circles to foster connections and combat potential isolation.

Financial Setup:

Assist them in opening bank accounts, understanding local currency, and managing daily finances.

Cultural Adjustment:

Support them in adapting to local customs, lifestyle, and practices, facilitating a smoother cultural transition.

Conclusion:

As your parents embark on their Australian journey, your pre-arrival support and guidance during the settling process are pivotal for their comfort and well wellbeing providing. Assistance, information, and a warm atmosphere, and you contribute to a positive and enriching experience as they begin their new chapter in their homeland.

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Long-Stay Parent visa explained: All you need for the Sponsored Parent visa

What are the conditions of the new long-stay parent visa allow us to explain the detail of the sponsored parent (temporary) visa (subclass 870), including what to expect in duration, cost, healthcare and processing times..

Immigration Minister David Coleman says there are more than 97,000 people seeking various kinds of permanent parent visas to come to Australia. Source: Pixabay

How long can they stay? Can they work?

• can visit Australia for up to three or five years consecutively
• can visit up to a maximum period in Australia of 10 cumulative years
• cannot work in Australia

How much does it cost?

• $5,000  for a visa of up to three years; or
• $10,000  for a visa of up to five years

The annual applicant cap

Who can apply for the visa.

• be the biological, adoptive, step-parent or parent in-law of the Parent Sponsor
• be at least 18 years of age
• meet the  health requirement
• meet the  character requirement
• There is no balance of family test or Assurance of Support requirements with this visa. 

What are the sponsor's requirements?

• be an Australian permanent resident or Australian citizen
• meet the character requirement
• have an annual income of at least $83,450. This annual income can also be the combined income of a de-facto or married couple. 

How long will it take to be processed?

Does the Long-Stay Parent visa grant access to Medicare?

Which parent visas do give access to medicare.

• temporary visa subclass 173 or 884, or
• temporary visa subclass 173 or 884 and have applied for permanent visa subclass 143 or 864.

Can parents who have already applied for a permanent parent visa also apply for the Sponsored Parent visa (subclass 870)?

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Learn about visa requirements for entry to Australia for tourism purposes with this list of frequently asked questions. 

Please note this page is intended to provide general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Tourism Australia is not the Australian government visa granting authority. For information on visas to enter Australia, visitors should seek the most up-to-date information from Australian Government Department of Home Affairs .*

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Australian Visa Information

Unless you are an Australian citizen, you will need a valid Australian visa to enter the country. New Zealand passport holders can apply for a visa upon arrival in the country. All other passport holders, regardless of age, must apply for a visa before leaving home. You can apply for a range of Australian visa types, including tourist visas and working holiday visas, via the ETA app or on the  Department of Home Affairs website.

There are different Australian visa types available for travellers to Australia. Knowing which Australian visa to apply for depends on the length of your stay, your passport and the purpose of your visit. You’ll also need to meet certain financial and medical requirements, be outside of Australia when applying and maintain health insurance for the duration of your stay. 

Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) This visa allows you to visit Australia as many times as you want, for up to a year, and stay for three months each visit. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of countries and regions, who live outside Australia. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is  here .

All ETA-eligible passport holders must apply for an ETA using the Australian ETA app. Agents can assist you in the application process, but you must be physically present as a live facial image is required.

eVisitor  (subclass 651) This is a free visa for multiple visits to Australia for tourism or business purposes for up to three months at a time within a 12-month period. This visa is available to passport holders from a number of European countries and it cannot be extended.

Visitor visa  (subclass 600) The Visitor visa allows you to visit Australia, either for tourism or business purposes. It is open to all nationalities. Generally, a period of stay of up to three months is granted, but up to 12 months may be granted in certain circumstances. Applicants will have to pay a fee to submit their application.

The application process may differ depending on which visa you need.

You can only apply for the  Electronic Travel Authority visa  (subclass 601) through the Australian ETA app. A step-by-step guide on how to apply is located  here .

For other visas, you can apply online by creating an ImmiAccount and completing the application process. Be sure to submit your application well in advance of your travel date to allow enough time for processing. You may be asked to provide further supporting information. You will be notified in writing if your tourist visa is approved and it will be digitally linked to your passport. For more information on different visa types, and Australian visa requirements including how to apply for an Australian visa, visit the  Department of Home Affairs  website.

If you are already in Australia and hold a valid Electronic Travel Authority visa (subclass 601) you can extend your stay by applying for another visa, such as a Visitor visa (subclass 600). An eVisitor (subclass 651) cannot be extended.

See the Department of Home Affairs website for details.

Working Holiday Visas

Australia's Working Holiday Maker program allows visitors aged under 30 (or 35 in certain cases) who hold a passport from a participating country to travel and work in Australia. Working holiday visas are valid for one year, or up to three years if you meet certain conditions.

Find out more about working holiday visas here .

*Australian visa regulations (including visa application charges) change from time to time. The information provided here is valid at the time of publication, but visitors should check this information is still current by visiting the Australian Department of Home Affairs .

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Whether you are visiting Australia for less than 72 hours or planning on a stay of several years you must have a valid Australian visa.

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Visitor Visa for parents in Australia

Parent visa applications can be time-consuming and costly. Even determining which visa is ideal for your parents’ travel to Australia can be difficult. If you’re wondering which visa to apply for to allow your parents to visit Australia, you have a few options based on your parents’ country of origin and how long they want to remain here.

A visitor visa for parents Australia is a critical visa option for many families. It is a faster and more cost effective alternative to bring your parents to Australia. This article aims to help you decide which is the best option for you, by explaining all the visa jargon in detail. If you are an Australian permanent resident or citizen, then longer validity visitor visas are available for your parents.

Visitor visas are not intended for maintaining ongoing residence in Australia. Accordingly, longer Visitor visas will not be considered for parents who:

• are already in Australia; or
• have already spent 12 months in Australia in the last 18 months.

If you have recently stayed in Australia for an extended period, you will generally not be considered for a longer Tourist visa until you have spent a minimum of 6 months outside Australia in the last 18 months at the time you apply for a new Visitor visa. For example, if you have spent the last 12 months in Australia, you should wait for 6 months before applying for a new visa if you wish to be considered under these arrangements.

Short-stay visitor visas for Parents

These are two types of short-stay visitor visas for parents that you can apply for online. Generally, approval will be granted within 24 hours. They allow multiple entries over a 12 month period but typically a maximum of 3 months for each stay in Australia.

The main restriction for these visa types is that you must hold a passport from a specific country.

ETA for Parents

An  Electronic Travel Authority  (ETA) is a travel authorisation under the subclass 601 connected to your e-passport that permits you to enter Australia as many times as you like during a 12-month period and for up to three months each visit.

ETAs are accessible to nationals of 33 countries. Please note that the majority of qualifying nationalities are European. Citizens of most Central and Eastern Europe countires, the Middle East, and Asia are ineligible to apply for an ETA. It is a viable option for parents who want to visit their children in Australia for up to three months and have citizenship from an approved nation.

To check your eligibility for an ETA,  click here .

The ETA is a low-cost and simple-to-apply-for alternative. However, eligibility is restricted, and visitors are not permitted to stay for more than three months at a time. It will also allow them to study in Australia for up to three months; however, if your parents want to study in Australia, a student visa may be more suitable.

The ETA will only cost you $20 to apply for, but you must hold a passport from one of the following countries:

• Hong Kong (SAR of China)
• Liechtenstein
• Republic of San Marino
• South Korea
• Switzerland
• Taiwan (excluding official or diplomatic passports)
• The Netherlands
• United Kingdom—British Citizen
• United Kingdom—British National (Overseas)
• United States of America
• Vatican City

You can apply  here .

eVisitor for Parents

The  eVisitor visa , that comes under the subclass 651 and is quite similar to an ETA. It permits you to visit Australia as many times as you like during a 12-month period, for up to three months every visit. The application for an eVisitor visa is free of charge. The only significant distinction between the eVisitor visa and the ETA is the list of eligible countries and the application process.

This visa is free to apply for, but you must hold a passport from one of these countries:

• Czech Republic
• Slovak Republic
• United Kingdom – British Citizen

The processing time is one day.

Longer Stay Visitor Visa Options for Parents

Subclass 600 Visitor Visa for Parents

Parents of Australian citizens and permanent residents are able to apply for a Visitor visa (subclass 600) to visit Australia for a longer period. This allows parents who meet the criteria for a Visitor visa to have regular extended visits with their family in Australia without needing to apply for a new visa on each visit and also recognises the length of the Parent visa queue.

An Australian  visitor visa for parents (subclass 600) is an attractive alternative for parents who want to visit Australia but are not eligible for an ETA or an eVisitor visa. The visitor visa australia for parents fee is $380 and is accessible to all nationalities. The duration of your stay and the number of times you can visit Australia on this visa are subject to change. You can apply to stay in Australia for three, six, or twelve months with either single or several entries. If your parent wants to stay with you for more than three months (up to a year), or if they are ineligible for the ETA or eVisitor visa, a visitor visa for parents is a viable choice.

Multiple entry visas with a maximum stay of 12 months will be considered on a case-by-case basis with maximum validity periods of up to:

• five years for parents outside Australia and in the Parent visa (subclass 103) queue;
• had a previous Australian visa and complied with the conditions; and
• have not applied for a Parent visa; or
• have applied for a parent visa but are not yet in the Parent visa (subclass103) queue; and
• not previously travelled to Australia; and
• have applied for a Parent visa but are not yet in the Parent visa (subclass103) queue.

These visas will also be considered for step parents and  eligible New Zealand citizens .

To be granted a Visitor visa, applicants must meet all the usual requirements including health, character, having sufficient funds and satisfying the decision maker that they intend a genuine visit and will comply with relevant visa conditions.

Other options for parents

If you are an Australian permanent resident or citizen your parents may be eligible for a longer stay visitor visa. Please note that these visas must be applied for while your parents are  outside Australia .

Parent Visa Applicants

If your parent/s has already applied for a permanent parent visa and are awaiting grant, they may be eligible for a longer stay visitor visa.

This could be valid for up to 5 years and would be multiple entry allowing up to 12 months’ stay for each visit.

Parents of Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident Children

If your parent is not in the parent queue, they can still be considered for a longer stay visitor visa. This would allow you to stay in Australia for up to 12 months on each visit. The duration of the visa will depend on whether they have had a history of travelling to Australia previously and returning within their visa period (this is known as compliant travel):

• 3 Years: history of compliant travel
• 18 Months: no history of compliant travel

Long Term and Permanent Visas for Parents 

Parent visa subclasses you may wish to explore further include:

• Parent Visa (Subclass 103) permanent residency
• Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804) permanent residency
• Contributory Parent visa (Subclass 173) temporary residency
• Contributory Parent visa (Subclass 143) permanent residency
• Contributory Aged Parent (Subclass 884) temporary residency
• Contributory Aged Parent visa (Subclass 864) permanent residency

Sponsored Parent Visa

A  sponsored parent visa  (subclass 103) is a permanent visa that permits the parents of an Australian citizen, legal resident of Australia, or eligible New Zealand Citizen to permanently relocate to Australia.

Parent Visa

A parent visa (subclass 870) is a temporary visa that permits parents of an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or eligible New Zealand Citizen to remain in Australia for up to three or five years. This visa is available to all nations and costs $5,090 for a 3-year visa or $10,180 for a 5-year visa. To apply for this visa, the child (an Australian citizen or permanent resident) must sponsor the application of their parents.

A parent visa is an excellent choice for parents who want to stay in Australia for up to 3-5 years but are not interested in permanently relocating. The primary advantage of this visa over the permanent parent visa is that it is processed considerably faster.

Things to Remember

If you want to apply for an Australian visitor visa for parents to visit Australia, you must first decide how long they will stay. The best parents visitor visa for Australia will depend on their place of origin and desired duration of stay. Processing times may also vary depending on all kinds of factors. We have linked all the official webpages for every kind of visa we have mentioned above, so that it is easier for you to navigate.

The Australian Department of Home Affairs (DHA) will assess your application for the appropriate visa that you choose to apply for and make a decision on your eligibility.

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Long Stay Visitor Visa

Long Stay Visitor Visa 

What is a long stay visitor visa.

This video highlights what it is and what is necessary to be eligible to apply for one.

Did you know you can apply for a visitor visa that is granted for up to 3 years in duration and allow you to stay up to 12 months each period? This visa is perfect for someone who has family in Australia and wants to spend a longer period than just 3 months on the standard e-visitor visa.

There are many different types of visitor visas that you can apply for. You have probably applied before for the E-visitor or Visa Waiver visa. These visas are very simple to apply for are granted for 1 year in duration and allow you to remain in Aus for 90 days each visit.

The other type of visitor visa is the – Subclass 600 visitor visa. Now, this visa has a few different types of streams (Tourist, Business, Family Sponsored etc.) Immigration can also choose how long to grant this visa for. So you can request to have this visa granted for any period you like. Immigration can then choose to grant you the visa for any duration they deem appropriate.

Long Stay Visitor Visa (Tourist Stream)

If you are looking to remain in Australia for as long as possible, I believe a suited visa for you may be a long stay visitor visa – tourist stream (Subclass 600).

This visa can be granted for up to 3 years. The visa will also allow multiple entries (meaning the visa holder can enter and exit Australia as much as he wants during this period)

Length of stay in Australia:

On this visa, the visa holder would be allowed to remain in Australia for 12 months in an 18 month period. Meaning if you spend 12 months in Aus, you must remain outside of Australia for the remaining 6 months.

The visa cost $145

Intention of this visa:

Please note, on this visa you will have absolutely NO work rights and you MUST BE ABLE to demonstrate to immigration that you can support yourself in Australia and that you will meet the Genuine Student Statement requirement.

Genuine Student Statement Requirement:

As part of the application process, the visa applicant must convince immigration that they intend to reside only temporarily in Australia and not apply for this visa in order to maintain ongoing residence in Australia.

Common Documentation Required:

You would attach the documentation in your immigration account once the application has been lodged to support your application. Recommended documentation is listed below:

Personal Documentation:

• Evidence of family members living in Australia
• Evidence of Property Ownership overseas (Houses/Cars etc..)
• Evidence of family overseas and home country (family book)
• Statement outlining his reasons for entering Australia and that he will only look to remain temporarily in Australia.

Evidence of Financial Support:

• Applicants Bank Statement
• Evidence of Applicants ongoing pension
• Letter of Support from Australian child/permanent resident outlining you will support your father during his stay in Australia
• Evidence of Australian child/permanent resident ongoing employment

The information provided today is general in nature, if you are looking to remain in Australia on a more permanent basis, you may want to consider other visa options.

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L ast week Anthony Albanese responded to concerns about whether international arrivals are adding to a tight housing market by noting the population is still lower than projected pre-Covid. That’s true, but won’t be for much longer.

In late February, Australia hit a record for both the number of international students (713,144) and of temporary entrants (2.8 million) in the country.

Even with measures to crack down on international student numbers enacted after the migration review was released in December , it takes a while for a reduced flow (international student visa grants were down 35% in February) to be reflected in a decreased stock.

The government has never ruled out more drastic measures, such as a cap on international students .

In February the Grattan Institute added another such idea to the mix: raise the international student visa application fees from $710 to $2,500, and use the proceeds to pay for an increase in commonwealth rent assistance.

Tertiary education sources say they understand the application fee hike is under active consideration.

Even those opposed to the idea see the logic: discouraging applications reduces numbers; if students are undeterred, it’s a revenue raiser for government.

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The chief executive of the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia, Troy Williams, said a fee hike “would be consistent with the Australian government’s clear policy intent to reduce the size of the international education sector”.

Abul Rizvi, the former deputy secretary of the immigration department, said increasing the non-refundable fee on foreigners to pay for Aussies’ rent is “very good politics” although he thinks it’s “poor long term policy”.

A spokesperson for the home affairs minister, Clare O’Neil, said “We’re considering all options as we work to restore integrity to international education.”

Governments hate to play the budget ruling-in ruling-out game, but they especially hate to do it with such a time-sensitive measure, which you would expect to be announced on budget night and backdated a day or two to prevent a flood of applications.

Hypothecating revenue – setting aside money raised for a specific purpose – is a bit of a fiction, as all government spending during times of surplus comes from the general revenue.

But increasing rent subsidies at the same time as international student fees has a logic to it. Double digit rent increases in capital cities are hurting households, and Labor is under attack on its right and left flank on housing costs.

Many stakeholders, from the Coalition opposition to sensible centrist economists like Chris Richardson , have linked the cost of housing to the temporary spike in arrivals, even if the housing shortage has many other, longer term and complex causes.

And universities, who would be expected to complain the loudest that good quality students from overseas could be discouraged from applying, would likely be less able to complain because of the larger domestic student constituency who benefit from rent subsidies.

Grattan’s chief executive, Brendan Coates, and deputy director of migration, Trent Wiltshire, think the fee increase would “discourage the growing number of international students who complete cheaper, low-value courses from coming to Australia”.

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The pair said the measure is “unlikely to discourage talented students from choosing to study at one of Australia’s top universities – those who we most want to stay permanently – because they already pay upwards of $150,000 for a bachelor degree”.

But others are down on the idea. Rizvi said given how high Australia’s rejection rate of international students is, paying a non-refundable $2,500 fee for no guarantee of a place is “a lot like entering a lottery”.

Rizvi thinks the measure has the potential to “scare away the better students” – those who have options and can study in competitor nations with lower fees.

Williams said the measure would “penalise overseas students wanting to take up study in Australia” and be a “job killer”, particularly in the vocational educational and training sector.

Iteca wants the government “to align its strategy” on international education and migration strategy.

“The former encourages international students to take-up study in Australia and the latter seems to say that these students should stay home, there is a real inconsistency here,” Williams said.

When the opposition arcs up in question time complaining about the population size, Labor likes to quote the shadow immigration minister, Dan Tehan, who welcomed the return of international students post Covid and Peter Dutton, who agreed after the September 2022 jobs and skills summit that “we do need an increase in the migration numbers”.

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Demanding more cash for international student visa applications is an incredibly blunt instrument, but for its potential to raise revenue, dampen demand and rebuff Dutton, it may prove irresistible for Labor.

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When to File Your Adjustment of Status Application for Family-Sponsored or Employment-Based Preference Visas: May 2024

Are you seeking to adjust your status and become a U.S. permanent resident under a family-sponsored or employment-based preference immigrant visa? If you have not yet had a relative or employer file an immigrant visa petition on your behalf, please learn more about the Adjustment of Status Filing Process . If you already have a petition filed or approved on your behalf, you may have to wait for an available visa in your category (if applicable) before you can file your Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status . This page will help you determine when to file your adjustment of status application.

When to File

Use the Visa Bulletin charts below to determine when to file your adjustment of status application.

To use the charts:

• Find your visa type in the first column (on the left) of the appropriate chart (Family-sponsored or Employment-based).
• Stay in that row and move directly to the right to find the corresponding date under the country of your birth (as listed in the boldface columns across the top).
• If the date on the chart is current (“C”), or your priority date is earlier than the date on the chart, you may file your adjustment of status application, if otherwise eligible to do so.
•  “U” means unauthorized; for example, numbers are not authorized for issuance.

Your priority date is generally the date when your relative or employer properly filed the immigrant visa petition on your behalf with USCIS. If a labor certification is required to be filed with your immigrant visa petition, the priority date is the date the labor certification application was accepted for processing by the Department of Labor.

About the Visa Bulletin

DOS publishes current immigrant visa availability information in a monthly Visa Bulletin . The Visa Bulletin indicates when statutorily limited visas are available for issuance to prospective immigrants based on their individual priority date.

On Nov. 20, 2014, the Secretary of Homeland Security directed USCIS to work with DOS to:

• Ensure that all immigrant visas authorized by Congress are issued to eligible individuals when there is sufficient demand for such visas, and
• Improve the Visa Bulletin system for determining when immigrant visas are available to applicants during the fiscal year.

Additionally, in July 2015, the Administration issued its report on Modernizing and Streamlining Our Legal Immigration System for the 21st Century (PDF) . This report included detailed recommendations to revise and update the monthly Visa Bulletin to better estimate immigrant visa availability and provide needed predictability to nonimmigrant workers seeking permanent residency.

USCIS, in coordination with DOS, revised the procedures for determining visa availability for applicants waiting to file for adjustment of status. The revised process will better align with procedures DOS uses for noncitizens who seek to become U.S. permanent residents by applying for immigrant visas at U.S. consulates and embassies abroad.

This revised process will enhance DOS’s ability to more accurately predict overall immigrant visa demand in determining the cut-off dates for the Visa Bulletin. This will help ensure that the maximum number of immigrant visas are issued annually as intended by Congress, and minimize month-to-month fluctuations in Visa Bulletin final action dates. Additional goals are outlined in the White House report, Modernizing and Streamlining Our Legal Immigration System for the 21st Century (PDF) .

New Visa Bulletin Charts

The Visa Bulletin will now have two different charts because of the revised procedures. DOS will post two charts per visa preference category in the DOS Visa Bulletin. The charts are:

• Application Final Action Dates (dates when visas may finally be issued); and
• Dates for Filing Applications (earliest dates when applicants may be able to apply).

When USCIS determines there are immigrant visas available for the filing of additional adjustment of status applications, the Dates for Filing Applications chart may be used to determine when to file an adjustment of status application with USCIS. Otherwise, the Application Final Action Dates chart must be used to determine when to file an adjustment of status application with USCIS.

In coordination with the DOS, USCIS will monitor visa numbers each month and post the relevant chart on this page under When to File.

Determining Visa Availability

USCIS considers several factors to determine if there is a greater supply of visas than the demand for those visas. To determine visa availability, USCIS will compare the number of visas available for the remainder of the fiscal year with:

• Documentarily qualified visa applications reported by DOS;
• Pending adjustment of status applications reported by USCIS; and
• Historical drop off rate of applicants for adjustment of status (for example, denials, withdrawals and abandonments)