Reunite with Your Parents in Australia — Permanent Residency Made Easy
The Subclass 103 visa provides a long-term solution for family reunification in Australia.
Let our expert MARA agents guide your parents through the process with confidence and full compliance.
🧭 Visa Overview - Subclass 103
The Subclass 103 – Parent Visa allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to reunite with their children and live permanently in Australia. This visa offers a long-term pathway to permanent residency, allowing parents to join their family in Australia and enjoy benefits such as full work rights and access to Medicare.
Key Features:
Permanent Residency: Secure permanent residency in Australia for you and your eligible family members.
Work Rights: Full work rights in Australia.
Healthcare: Access to Australia's public healthcare system, Medicare.
Eligibility: Available to parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.
Processing Time: Typically up to 30 years due to limited annual visa quotas.
Pathway to Citizenship: Potential pathway to Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.
The Subclass 103 – Parent Visa has a long processing time due to the limited number of visas granted each year. It’s essential to plan ahead if you’re considering this pathway.
Why This Visa?
Subclass 103 is ideal for parents of Australian citizens and PR holders. It offers:
Permanent residency in Australia
Access to Medicare (after waiting period)
Family reunification with children and grandchildren
Eligibility Criteria
Must be the parent of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Dependent children (under 18, or over 18 if still financially dependent or studying full-time)
Evidence required for each family member (e.g., birth certificate, marriage/relationship documents, dependency proof)
All family members must be declared at the time of application — failure to do so may prevent them from joining later.
🔍 Application Process – Step by Step
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Gather Required Documents:
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Submit the Application
3
Pay the Visa Fee
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Wait for Processing
5
Complete Health Checks
6
Provide Character Checks
Common Mistakes ✅ Tips to Strengthen Your Application
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Not meeting the balance of family test
Incorrect or missing sponsor forms (e.g. Form 40)
Failure to provide AoS when requested
Assuming faster processing without a Contributory Visa
Tips for Strong Application
Ensure all documents match sponsor’s records
Apply early due to the long processing backlog
Get medicals and police checks ready in advance
🎉 After Visa Grant
Once your Subclass 103 Parent Visa is granted, you and your included family members can:
Access Medicare and Australia’s public healthcare system
Live, work, and study anywhere in Australia
Apply for Australian citizenship (once residency requirements are met – usually 4 years)
Sponsor eligible family members to join you in Australia in the future
Required Documents
Identity documents (passport, birth certs)
Evidence of relationship with sponsor
Sponsor details and Form 40
Assurance of Support (AoS) from sponsor
Balance of family evidence
Health exams and police clearances
Visa Fees & Processing Time
| Type | Details & Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|
| 🧾 Base Application Charge | Approx. AUD 5,280 |
| 👥 Additional Applicant 18+ | AUD 2,460 |
| 👥 AAdditional Applicant U18 | AUD 1,325 |
| 👥 2nd Instalment (Before Grant) | AUD 2,065 AUD per applicant ≥18 |
| ⏳ Processing Time | 30+ years (queued category) - invitation) |
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Disclaimer
The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not guarantee visa approval. All visa applications are subject to the discretion of the Australian Department of Home Affairs. For personalized guidance, please contact a registered migration agent at Visa Advisor.