Parent and sponsor review
Confirm the parent-child relationship and whether the sponsoring child has the required settled status in Australia.
Parent visa guidance
Understand your parent visa pathway.
Structured guidance for parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible New Zealand citizens exploring an Australian parent visa.
103Permanent parent visa
PRLive, work and study
05Initial travel facility
Subclass 103 parent visa
Your application, step by step
What to expect
This permanent visa is for a parent of a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. Demand exceeds the annual places available, so applicants should expect long processing times.
Visa-history check
Review current and previous Australian visa applications, including whether a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) subclass 870 application affects the proposed route.
Eligibility and family test
Assess the rules that apply to the applicant, including the balance-of-family test and any limited exemptions.
Evidence preparation
Organise identity, relationship, sponsorship, health, character and supporting records in the required format.
Online application
Subclass 103 applications are lodged online through ImmiAccount, with official fees paid in instalments where applicable.
Decision and settlement
If granted, the visa permits permanent residence, work and study, with travel rights governed by the visa's travel facility.
Important: Requirements and processing times can change. The relevant immigration authority makes every final decision; no consultant can guarantee approval.
What the visa can provide
Rights and conditions to understand
A granted subclass 103 visa allows a parent to stay, work and study in Australia permanently. It includes a five-year travel facility from the grant date; later travel may require a Resident Return visa unless Australian citizenship has been obtained.
Discuss your circumstances →Permanent stay
Live in Australia indefinitely once the permanent visa is granted.
Work and study
Work and undertake study in Australia subject to Australian law and applicable conditions.
Initial travel facility
Travel to and from Australia multiple times during the first five years from grant.
Later international travel
After the travel facility expires, a Resident Return visa may be needed to re-enter as a permanent resident.
Citizenship pathway
Eligible permanent residents may later explore Australian citizenship under the rules current at that time.
Long processing horizon
Parent visa demand is higher than the places available each year, resulting in lengthy processing queues.
A clearer way forward
Support you can understand
We focus on current official criteria, careful evidence preparation and realistic expectations throughout the application.
Subclass-specific review
Your circumstances are checked against the current Australian parent-visa rules before preparation begins.
No unrealistic promises
Processing times and final decisions remain entirely with Australia's Department of Home Affairs.
One consistent record
Forms, declarations and supporting evidence are organised to present a coherent and truthful application.
Long-term family plans, prepared carefully.
At Shrey Education, we understand that love knows no boundaries, and the desire to be with your spouse knows no borders. That's why we are dedicated to helping you navigate the parent visa process, ensuring that you and your beloved can start your life together in a new country. Our commitment to reuniting couples is the cornerstone of our Parent Visa Services.
Whether you're married, engaged, or planning to be, our experienced team is here to guide you through the process, every step of the way. Discover how Shrey Education can be your trusted companion in this journey of love. Explore our Parent Visa Services and embark on the road to reuniting with your Cherished Partner.
Comprehensive Parent Visa Services
Support for a major decision.
Verified parent routes
Compare the parent visa routes
AU
Permanent visa
Australia · Parent visa (subclass 103)
For a parent of a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. The route grants permanent residence, but demand is greater than the places available and processing can be lengthy.
- Permanent stay, work and study rights
- Five-year travel facility from grant
- Eligibility, sponsorship and family-test rules apply
NZ
Separate residence route
New Zealand · Parent Resident Visa
A separate pathway for an eligible parent, grandparent or legal guardian sponsored by a New Zealand citizen or resident. Applicants submit an Expression of Interest and must be invited before applying.
- Sponsor income and residence requirements
- EOI selection and invitation required
- Health, character and English requirements apply
Not shown as active parent-migration destinations: Canada's parent and grandparent permanent-residence intake is currently paused for new applications, while the United Kingdom's Adult Dependent Relative route is limited to applicants who require long-term personal care and meet strict dependency rules.
Start with a conversation
Tell us about your Australian parent visa plans.
Share your family relationship, your child's Australian status and any current or previous Australian visa details. Our team will respond with practical next steps.
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