Subclass 103

The Subclass 103 – Parent Visa is an Australian visa for parents who want to join their children in Australia. It allows parents to live permanently in Australia, provided they meet certain requirements. Here’s an overview:

Subclass 103 – Parent Visa

Purpose:

• This visa allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently.

Eligibility:

1.Sponsorship:

You must be sponsored by your child, who must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

2.Balance of Family Test:

You must pass the Balance of Family test, which requires that at least half of your children must be living in Australia as Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens, or more of your children must live in Australia than in any other single country.

3.Health and Character:

You must meet health and character requirements.

4.Application Timing:

You must apply for the visa from outside Australia or within Australia if you hold a valid visa.

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Key Features:

• Stay : Grants permanent residency, allowing you to live and work in Australia indefinitely.

• Work Rights : You can work and study while living in Australia.

• Family Members : You can include eligible family members in your application.

Application Process:

• Sponsorship : Your child must agree to sponsor you and provide an assurance of support.

• Apply for Visa : Submit your application for the Subclass 103 visa.

• Processing Time : Processing times for the Subclass 103 visa can be lengthy due to high demand and the need to meet specific requirements.

Costs:

• The Subclass 103 visa has significant application fees, and processing times can be long, with some applicants waiting several years for their visa to be processed.

Pathway to Citizenship:

• After holding the Subclass 103 visa for a period, you may be eligible to apply for Australian citizenship, subject to meeting residency and other requirements.

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