The subclass 173 contributory parent (temporary) visa is designed for parents whose children are permanently settled in Australia. This includes citizens, permanent residents and eligible New Zealand citizens.
It is known as a temporary visa because it enables successful applicants to live in Australia for up to two years and then apply for the subclass 143 contributory parent visa during this two year period.
Some people prefer to take this route because they can spread their costs over a number of years and try living in Australia before they make a permanent commitment. Additionally, they’re sometimes processed a little faster than 143 applications and no assurance of support is needed at this stage.
To meet the test, the majority of your children need to be permanently settled in Australia. The Australian-based children must hold Australian citizenship or Australian permanent residency or be an eligible New Zealand Citizen. This includes any step-children you might have. This means that if you’re applying with a partner, all of their children will be taken into consideration.
Yes. Once approved, you’ll be able to work and study in Australia for up to two years.
You will only get access to Medicare once the 143 is lodged. You may meet Medicare under reciprocal agreements
You can apply onshore or offshore. However, there is no bridging visa associated with a 173 visa, so if you lodge it whilst in Australia, you would need to depart Australia prior to the end of your current visa.
For more information on the subclass 173 visa, contact True Blue Migration Services for a free visa assessment. If you’re struggling to choose between a 143 and 173 visa application, we can recommend the best pathway for you to take.
Applicants must be sponsored by their child. Sponsors must meet 173 visa eligibility criteria, which includes meeting character requirements and not having any outstanding debts to the Government.
You may be eligible if you meet the following criteria:
Our Registered Migration Agents can check your visa eligibility and recommend the best pathway for you.
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