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The Subclass 884 Contributory Aged Parent Visa allows aged parents to live temporarily in Australia.

Secure temporary residency while preparing for permanent residency through Subclass 864.

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🧾 Visa Overview

Visa Type: Temporary Residency |2 years

Pathway to PR Eligible for Subclass 864 |Permanent Residency

Location: Apply Onshore |must be in Australia

Sponsor Needed : Yes – child in Australia

Bridging Visa? Yes, if applied onshore

Medicare Access After grant

Estimated Processing 1–2 years |subject to cap

Work Rights Full work rights

Study Rights Full study rights

🧭 Overview of Subclass 884

The Subclass 884 Contributory Aged Parent Visa allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens who meet the age requirement for the Australian Age Pension to live in Australia temporarily. It provides a direct pathway to permanent residency through Subclass 864.

Key Features:

2-year temporary residency with full rights

Access to Medicare

Must be in Australia at the time of application and grant

Onshore bridging visa during processing

Pathway to permanent Subclass 864

Why This Visa?

The Subclass 884 visa is ideal for aged parents who:

Want to live in Australia while awaiting a permanent visa outcome

Meet the pension age requirement

Prefer to remain with family onshore with work, study, and Medicare benefits

Plan to transition to permanent residency under Subclass 864

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, the applicant must:

Be sponsored by an eligible child |citizen/PR/NZ

Be aged |meet the Australian Age Pension requirement

Pass the Balance of Family Test

Be in Australia at the time of application and grant

Hold a valid bridging visa if applying onshore

Meet health and character requirements

Assurance of Support (AoS) required

💡 Tip: Check the current Australian Age Pension age cut-off for men/women before applying.

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🔄 Step-by-Step Visa Process

1
Confirm sponsor eligibility and that the parent meets the “aged” requirement
2
Apply onshore and obtain a bridging visa
3
Complete health and character checks
4
Sponsor arranges an Assurance of Support bond
5
DHA assessment and placement in the queue
6
Visa grant (2-year temporary stay)

Family Inclusion Rules – Subclass 884

Who you can include in the application:

Dependent children: Under 18, or, Over 18 if financially dependent (e.g., full-time student).

Other dependents: Only in limited cases where the person is wholly reliant on you.

After Visa Grant – Rights for You & Family

Once granted, the Subclass 884 gives you and any included family members:

Live in Australia – Stay for up to 2 years.

Full Work Rights – You and your family can work without restriction.

Study Rights – You and your family can study, though no access to government loans.

Access to Medicare – Public healthcare for you and your included family.

Pathway to PR – Apply for Subclass 864 Contributory Aged Parent (Permanent) visa within the 2-year period.

No Travel Rights After Expiry – The visa cannot be extended or renewed; you must transition to Subclass 864 if you wish to stay longer.

Required Documents

For Applicant:

Passport, Birth & Marriage Certificate

Evidence of age eligibility

Balance of Family test documents

Police clearances + health checks

For Sponsor:

Proof of Australian citizenship/PR/NZ status

Financial documents for AoS

Relationship evidence with the parent

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Fees & Processing Times

Item Amount
DHA Visa Fee (2nd Instalment) AUD 43,600 per applicant
Base Application Fee AUD 4,350
Additional Applicant ≥18 AUD 2,180
Additional Applicant <18 AUD 1,090
Processing Time Approx. 1–2 years

Mistakes to Avoid

Applying offshore (must be onshore)

Not meeting the “aged” requirement

Failing Balance of Family Test

Not organising AoS bond early

Tips for Approval

Verify age eligibility before lodging

Provide clear Balance of Family evidence

Prepare AoS bond documents early

Use strong supporting documents for relationship & financial ties

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❓Frequently Asked Questions

No. You must meet the “aged” requirement.

No. It is a 2-year temporary visa, with a pathway to Subclass 864 permanent residency.

Yes, if you applied onshore and hold a valid visa at the time of application.

Yes, full rights are granted.

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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.