Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864)

A Contributory Aged Parent Visa is for elderly parents who are eligible enough to get the pension of settled Australian citizens to get permanent residency in Australia. New Zealand citizens can also get this to stay in the country permanently. Parent Visa 864 is of great benefit as the parents can get access to Australian public health care, and they can even study or work in the country without any restrictions.

If you are a migrant who moved to Australia for work and now holds permanent residency, you can bring your parents (if they are eligible for a pension) to Australia on a Contributory Aged Parent Visa (subclass 864). This visa is ideal for those who wish to continue living in Australia and want to bring their parents closer to them.

• You can stay in Australia permanently.

• You will be eligible for Australian government benefits.

• You can avail of Australian health care schemes.

• You will be able to travel to and from Australia for 5 years without any restrictions.

• You can study or work in Australia without any restrictions.

• You can sponsor your relatives to come to Australia.

• You can apply for Australian citizenship in the future.

The basic eligibility criteria for parent visa 864 is that you should have an eligible sponsor or child who is an Australian citizen. However, there are a few other requirements that should be fulfilled when applying for the Contributory Aged Parent Visa 864. Let’s have a look:

• You must have an eligible sponsor in almost all cases it is the eligible child of the parent.

• You must be 67 or older.

• All applicants must meet the health criteria, which can be checked here.

• You must also meet the character requirement as per the Australian government.

• You will also need to sign an Australian value statement containing information about Australian lifestyles.

• There is also a family balance test that is required to be completed when you apply for this visa.

• You must be able to prove that your sponsor can support you without burdening the Australian government.

• There should not be any loans with the Australian government in your name, and if any, they should all be cleared at the time of application.

• There should not be any history of visa rejection.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to apply for Contributory Aged Visa 864:

1. Collect all the documents. Before you start your application, ensure that you have all the necessary documents ready. These documents are identity proof for you and your sponsor, health and character document, a balance of family tests, assurance of support, and photographs.

2. You must apply for a parent visa on paper with all the accurate information and documents.

3. When you apply for the Contributory Aged Parent Visa 864, you must be in Australia..

4. After you have applied for this visa, the immigration office may contact you to get additional information.

5. You must be in Australia when the visa outcome is granted.

Parent Visa 864 makes it easier for migrant permanent residents to ensure they can be close to their parents and give them the necessary support that they need. Even the parents will be able to enjoy mutual benefits given by the Australian government and can apply for citizenship in the long run.

AECC has handled many such cases, and you can be assured that your application will land up with visa approval with us.