Australia has a lot to offer to those people who have chosen it as their destination country. A temperate climate, excellent infrastructure and high standard of living are some reasons why Australia is well known for its natural beauty. Those who plan on staying here are also awaiting the day they can apply parent visa in Australia.

If you are a citizen of one country and marry to an Australian citizen then you can apply an Australian parent visa. Australia is the prime land of opportunities for the immigrants. Do you want to visit here for the job purpose or for the educational purpose? Do you want to grow a business here? If yes, then you must go through this article in detail.

Parents are beloved by their children, even if parents can be strict at certain times. When your parents or grandparents need to travel to you for business or personal reasons, you might want them to live close to you and get assistance from you. This may require you to apply for a parent visa. Such a visa will allow your folks or grandparents in Australia and gain the ability to live with you.

HOW TO BRING PARENTS TO AUSTRALIA

There are several different types of parent visas, with various time frames and requirements. Let’s take a look at all six scenarios involving parent visas that can lead to bringing both or one of your parents over to Australia, for a family sponsorship.

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Australian Parent category visas

If you meet the requirements below, you might be eligible to apply for a parent visa:

• you have a child who is an Australian permanent resident, Australian citizen or an eligible New Zealand citizen
• your child has been living lawfully in Australia for the last 2 years before your visa allocation was lodged
• you have a sponsor (most likely your child)
• you must meet the criteria for the Balance of Family test (explained more below)
• you can meet the health and character requirements

How long can you stay in Australia on a parent category visa?

It will depend of the subclass of parent visa you apply for, but a parent category visa can allow you to, either :

1. be a temporary resident in Australia for up to 10 years (870 visa- does not require meeting balance of family test)
2. get you Australian permanent residency

Family Sponsorship Australia information

You must have a sponsor to apply for a parent category visa to live in Australia as a permanent or temporary resident. Your sponsor needs to be an Australian permanent resident, Australian citizen or eligible New Zealand citizen who:

• is 18 years old or over
• has resided in Australia legally for at least 2 years prior to the parent lodging their visa application
• There are special preparations for a sponsor under the age of 18. If your child or step-child has not yet turned 18, someone else may act as a sponsor as long as they are 18 years old or over and are a settled Australian permanent resident, Australian citizen or an eligible New Zealand citizen. These could include:
• the live-in partner (or spouse) of your child or step-child
• someone who is a relative or guardian of your child or step-child
• someone who is a relative or guardian or the live-in partner (or spouse) of your child or step-child
• a community organization

Balance of family test

If you are a parent applying for a parent category visa, you must meet the balance of family test. This test was designed to determine the degree of your links to Australia.

You will meet the requirements for the balance of family test if:

1. at minimum half of your children live permanently in Australia
2. you have more children living in Australia than anywhere else

Your visa options for family sponsorship to Australia via Parent Visa

How do you figure out which visa option is right for you?

The following scenarios should help you decide which parent category visa to apply for, given your current circumstances.