If an individual is an Australian citizen or a permanent resident or a citizen of New Zealand, the Australian government allows their parents to live in Australia under the Parent Visa of Subclass 173 and 143.

 

The Parent Visa of SC-173 is valid for two years and cannot be renewed. However, if interested, an application for Parent Visa of SC-143 can be made while living still under SC-173 if the parent(s) wish to reside in Australia permanently with their children.

 

The basic eligibility criteria are:

 

The applicants for these visas can be sponsored by their child who is at least 18 years of age. Otherwise, the sponsorship can be given by:

 

– the child’s spouse who is at least 18 years of age, settled in Australia or New Zealand as a permanent resident
– a relative or guardian of the child
– a relative or guardian of the spouse of the child who is al least 18 years of age and a permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand
– Any community organisation. If a community is sponsoring the applicant, there must be a valid proof of the relationship between the applicant and the organisation and there must be a written agreement from a senior representative clearly stating the support of applicant upon arrival to Australia.