Subclass 173
Subclass 173 – Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa:
The Subclass 173 visa is a temporary visa that allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia for up to two years. This visa is designed to reunite parents with their children in Australia on a temporary basis.
Key features of Subclass 173 visa:
- Valid for up to two years from the date of grant.
- Requires sponsorship by the child (Australian citizen, PR, or eligible New Zealand citizen).
- Requires payment of a higher visa application charge compared to other parent visa options.
Eligibility Criteria For Subclass 173
- Your child is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen
- Your child has been living in Australia lawfully for at least 2 years
- You have a sponsor
- You meet the balance of family test
- You meet health and character requirements
After holding the Subclass 173 visa for at least two years, the parent can apply for the Subclass 143 visa, which is the permanent version of the Contributory Parent visa.
Processing times
A new Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa application may take at least 12 years to process.
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