Subclass 864
Contributory Aged Parent Visa
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The Subclass 864 Visa, also known as the Contributory 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.
864 Visa Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be 67 years of age or older
- Receive appropriate sponsorship from their child
- Be inside Australia when applying for the visa
- Pass the health, character, and ‘balance of family’ tests set by the Australian Government
- Have an assurance of support
- Not hold, or have a pending application for, another Parent visa
The 864 visa application process can be complex. Passing all the appropriate tests can be difficult, and failing to do so can result in your application being refused. There is also a large amount of detailed documentation required. As such, we recommend seeking professional guidance on all Contributory Aged Parent applications.
But don’t worry – Hansen Migration are here to help. Our Registered Migration Agents specialise in family visas like the 864 visa. We can help break down the application process, reduce your stress, and help you get the best chance of a fast, successful visa outcome.
What is a 864 Visa?
The subclass 864 visa, also known as the Contributory Aged Parent visa, allows the aged parent of an eligible Australian resident to live in Australia with their family. They can stay in Australia permanently, gain access to Medicare, the Australian public healthcare system, and may eventually be able to apply for Australian citizenship.
Applying for an 864 Visa
Applying for an 864 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. A temporary bridging visa is granted to applicants while the application is considered.
From here, the application will progress through a queue. Further information may be requested by the Australian Government during this stage.
Eventually, when it reaches the end of the queue, the government will make a decision on the visa outcome. If successful, the 864 visa will then be granted.
Benefits of an 864 Visa
- The right to live, work and study in Australia on a permanent basis
- Unrestricted travel rights to and from Australia for up to 5 years (further travel rights can be requested after this)
- The right to access Australia’s public healthcare system, Medicare
- The potential to eventually apply for Australian citizenship
Common Challenges of an Aged Parent Visa
Applying for the Contributory Aged Parent visa can be complex, as there are many different parts to the process. Challenges include establishing the eligibility of the sponsor; passing the identity, health, character, and other required tests; and ensuring all the documents are filled out correctly and submitted before any due dates. Staying on top of all the details can be stressful and demanding.
Fortunately, we’re here to help. At Hansen Migration, we have plenty of experience with 864 visa applications; our Registered Migration Agents are up to date on all the current laws and requirements. We can help keep you on top of all the details, reduce your stress, and give you the best chance of a fast, successful visa outcome.
804 Visa FAQs
Yes, an 864 visa grants free travel rights to and from Australia for 5 years. After this, further travel rights can be requested.
It will allow your parent to stay in Australia permanently, once granted.
An 864 visa application often takes up to 12 years or more to finish processing.
If significant circumstances change, it could affect the processing times of your visa application, or even render you ineligible.
If the visa application is refused, you could appeal the decision through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) or consider applying for another visa. In these cases, a Registered Migration Agent might be able to help you further.
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