A common question from individuals who have obtained Australian
permanent residency or citizenship is how to bring family members
to Australia, especially parents.
Several Parent Visa options are available, and the choice of
which visa to pursue can depend on various factors, including:
- Whether their parents are seeking temporary visas to allow them
to spend time with family in Australia, or if they are interested
in migrating permanently to Australia;
- The age of the parents;
- The length of time they are willing to wait to obtain permanent
residency; and
- Whether they have funds available to expedite the process.
For those seeking a temporary visa that allows visits for an
extended period – to spend time with family after the birth
of a grandchild, for instance - the Sponsored Parent
(Temporary) visa (subclass 870) is an option. The subclass
870 visa permits a period of stay for up to three or five years and
is an alternative to the visitor visa, which
