A Subclass 804 Visa also known as the Aged Parent visa, allows the parent of a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia as a permanent resident.
Aged Parent Visa Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be at least 67 years old
- Be sponsored by their eligible child
- Be in Australia when they apply for the visa
- Pass the health, character, and ‘balance of family’ tests
- Have an assurance of support
- Not hold, or have a pending application for, another Parent visa
The Aged Parent visa application process can be complex, and usually requires a large amount of detailed documentation. Passing all the appropriate tests can be difficult, and failing to do so can result in your application being refused. As such, we typically recommend seeking professional guidance on all subclass 804 visa applications.
But don’t worry – we’re here to help. At Hansen Migration, we specialise in family visas like the Aged Parent visa. Our Registered Migration Agents can break down the requirements, help guide you through the submission process, and give you the best chance of a successful outcome.
What is a Aged Parent Visa?
The subclass 804 visa, also known as the Aged Parent visa, lets the aged parent of an eligible Australian resident live in Australia permanently. They will be able to stay in Australia, enrol in the public healthcare system once the Aged Parent visa is granted, and may eventually be able to apply for Australian citizenship.
Applying for an Aged Parent Visa
Applying for an Aged Parent visa is typically a multi-step process.
The first step involves gathering and preparing all the documentation, including proof of how the applicant meets each of the eligibility criteria, and applying for the visa. Applicants are granted a Bridging Visa with work rights while their application is considered.
The application will then be assessed for eligibility. If it passes all the tests – a process which can takes some years – it will be placed into a queue. Further information may be requested by the Australian government during this stage.
Eventually, if the application reaches the end of the queue and when a new visa becomes available, the application will be assessed again. If it passes, the Aged Parent visa can be granted.
Benefits of an Aged Parent Visa
- The right to live, work and study in Australia, permanently
- The ability to travel to and from Australia for 5 years (further travel rights can be requested)
- The right to apply for access to Medicare, Australia’s public health care system
- The potential to apply for Australian citizenship
Common Challenges of an Aged Parent Visa
Applying for the Aged Parent visa can be complex and time-consuming. Common challenges include establishing the eligibility of the sponsor; passing the health, character, identity, and other required tests; and ensuring all the documentation is in order and is submitted on time.
Occasionally, government regulations can change during the course of an application, and applications need to be updated; staying on top of all the details during the lengthy application process can be stressful and demanding.
Fortunately, Hansen Migration is here to help. Our Registered Migration Agents have plenty of experience with Aged Parent visa applications, and are up to date on all the current laws and requirements. We can help guide you through the application process, keep you on top of all the details, and give you the best chance of a successful visa outcome.
804 Visa FAQs
An 804 visa can take up to 30 years or more to finish processing.
The Aged Parent visa allows your parent to stay in Australia permanently, once granted.
Yes, the Aged Parent visa grants the right to work and study in Australia.
Yes, the visa can be cancelled if the visa holder provides false information, fails to comply with visa conditions, or engages in criminal activities.
If the visa application is refused, you could appeal the decision through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) or consider applying for another visa if eligible. In these cases, a Registered Migration Agent may be able to help you further.
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