This temporary visa lets the aged parent of a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen stay temporarily in Australia.
At a Glance
- Stay: 2 years
- Visa cost: From AUD35,430 over 2 instalments for a single applicant (Concessions apply in limited circumstances. Additional fees may apply (see About this visa, Cost). From 1 July 2026 a lower cost applies to eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste citizens.)
Who It Is For
- Have an eligible child who is a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen
- Be old enough to receive the age pension in Australia
- Not have applied for or hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (subclass 870) visa
What You Can Do With This Visa
- Live in Australia for up to 2 years
- Work and study in Australia (no government support)
- Apply for the permanent Contributory Aged Parent (subclass 864) visa
Good to Know
- Demand for Parent visas exceeds the places available each year, so processing times are long (queue release dates apply)
- Temporary Contributory Parent visa applications must still be made on paper
Getting Advice
Our registered migration agents can talk through your situation, explain whether this visa suits you and help you prepare. This page is general information only, summarised from the Department of Home Affairs and checked in November 2026. Fees and rules change, so always check the official page before you apply.
Official information: the Department of Home Affairs page for this visa.