Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870)

Reunite with Your Parents: The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870)

Enjoy Up to 10 Years of Family Togetherness in Australia with Our Comprehensive Visa Option!

The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870) allows parents to live temporarily in Australia for up to 3 or 5 years. This visa is designed for parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.

  • Must be sponsored by an approved Australian sponsor.

  • Must be a parent of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

  • Must meet health and character requirements.

  • Must have enough funds to support yourself during your stay.

  • Must have an approved Parent Sponsor.

Eligibility

What You Can Do When You Hold This Visa​

Holding the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870) allows you to stay in Australia for an initial period of up to 3 or 5 years, with the opportunity to apply for further visas that can extend your stay to a maximum of 10 years.​ This visa not only lets you live with your child and make cherished memories with family in Australia, but it also provides the freedom to travel to and from Australia as often as you wish while your visa remains valid, creating a wonderful chance to maintain close family ties in a beautiful setting.
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