Get Clear Answers to Your Subclass 103 Application Questions

The Subclass 103 Parent Visa – Migrant is a permanent visa that allows parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently. It is designed for parents whose children are living in Australia and allows them to reunite with their families. 

To be eligible for Subclass 103, you must: 

• Be sponsored by your child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. 

• Meet the Balance of Family Test, which requires that at least half of your children are Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens, or that more of your children live in Australia than in any other single country. 

• Be outside Australia when applying. 

• Meet health and character requirements. 

No, a job offer is not required for Subclass 103. This visa is based on your relationship with your Australian child who is sponsoring you. 

To apply for Subclass 103, you must lodge your application on paper through the Parent Visa Centre of the Department of Home Affairs. You will need to submit all required documents, including proof of your relationship with your sponsor, health and character documents, and other required evidence. 

You will need to submit documents such as: 

• Proof of your relationship with your sponsor (birth certificates, family documents). 

• Proof of your sponsor’s Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or New Zealand citizenship. 

• Identity documents (passport, birth certificate). 

• Police clearances from any countries where you’ve lived for more than 12 months in the last 10 years. 

• Health examination results. 

The processing time for Subclass 103 can vary, but it generally takes between 24 and 30 months due to the high demand for this visa type. Processing times may vary based on individual circumstances and application volume. 

Yes, you can include your dependent children in your application. However, they must meet the eligibility criteria and be added to the visa application at the time of submission. 

Yes, you will need to meet health and character requirements. This includes undergoing a medical examination and providing police clearance certificates from countries where you’ve lived for more than 12 months in the past 10 years. 

The Subclass 103 visa is not points-based. Eligibility is determined by your relationship to your Australian child and your ability to meet the balance of family test. 

After submitting your application, the Department of Home Affairs will review it. You may be asked to provide additional documents or information. Once your application is processed and approved, you will be granted the Subclass 103 visa, allowing you to live permanently in Australia.