Types of Visas
Subclass 884 (Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary)) Visa
A Subclass 884 (Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary)) Visa allows an elderly or aged parent of an established Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or qualifying citizen of New Zealand to enter Australia temporarily.
Benefits of Subclass 884
With a Subclass 884 visa, individuals can:
- Live in Australia for up to 2 years
- Work and study in Australia (without government support)
- Apply for a permanent Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864)
Individuals who wish to distribute the expense of the Permanent Contributory Aged Parent Visa over many years can apply in two steps:
➢ Firstly, apply for a Subclass 884 (Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary)) Visa
➢ Next, apply for the Subclass 864 (Contributory Aged Parent) Visa
Eligibility
Individuals must adhere to the following requirements to be eligible to apply for a Subclass 884 Visa:
- Not have:
○ Applied for or hold the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (Subclass 870) Visa
○ A ‘no further stay’ condition on the current visa
- Have a sponsor that is:
○ An eligible child over 18 years, or
○ An eligible relative or community organisation
○ Approved
- Be old enough to receive a pension in Australia
- Meet the balance-of-family test
- Meet the health requirements
- Meet the character requirements
Location when Applying
Individuals and any family members applying must be in Australia when they apply and when the decision is made.
Including Family
Individuals are permitted to include the members of their family unit in their application. Details of all family members – regardless of whether they are migrating – must be included in the application form.
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