864 Visa: Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864)
The subclass 864 contributory aged parent visa is similar to the 143 contributory parent visa; however, it is designed for applicants who are above pension age.
Australia’s pension age is 67.
Do you qualify for a visa?
Free AssessmentApplications for this visa subclass are made onshore and applicants can remain in Australia on a bridging visa during processing. Applicants have full work rights on the bridging visa.
The subclass 864 is a permanent residency visa.
To sponsor you, your child must be an Australian permanent resident (settled for over two years), an Australian citizen or an eligible citizen of New Zealand.
Depending on your situation and you wish to spread costs, you can apply directly for the subclass 864 visa or apply for the subclass 884 temporary aged parent visa first and wait two years before applying for the 864 visa.
Are 864 visa applicants covered by Medicare?
Once the visa is granted, you can enrol in Australia’s Medicare program.
During the processing time, you may be able for some parts of Medicare if you’re from a country that has a reciprocal healthcare deal with Australia. Alternatively, you can purchase private health insurance.
Can partners be included on 864 applications?
Yes. A partner can be included on this visa type.
Free visa assessment
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Am I eligible for an 864 parent visa?
Your eligibility depends on a number of factors, including:
- Passing the balance of family test
- Meeting health / character requirements
- Having an eligible sponsor
- Meeting pension age requirements
- Having someone to provide an assurance of support
- Financial means to make the contributory payment