Subclass 864

The Subclass 864 – Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa is an Australian permanent residency visa for older parents who want to join their children in Australia. It allows parents to live permanently in Australia and is intended for those who are aged and meet specific criteria. Here’s a comprehensive overview:

Subclass 864 – Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) Visa

Purpose:

• This visa allows older parents to live permanently in Australia with their children who are Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.

Eligibility:

1.Age Requirement:

You must be of age pension age, which is generally 67 years or older, depending on your date of birth.

2.Sponsorship:

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

3.Balance of Family Test:

You must pass the Balance of Family test. This means that at least half of your children must live 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.

4.Financial Contribution:

As a contributory visa, you must make a significant financial contribution towards the cost of your visa application.

5.Health and Character:

You must meet health and character requirements.

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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 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 864 visa and pay the required fees and financial contributions.

• Processing Time : Processing times can vary, and there may be a waiting period due to high demand and the financial contribution requirement.

Costs:

• The Subclass 864 visa involves a substantial financial contribution. There is also a second installment fee that must be paid when the visa is granted.

Pathway to Citizenship:

• After holding the Subclass 864 visa for a period, you may be eligible to apply for Australian citizenship, subject to meeting residency and other requirements.

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