Subclass 173

The Subclass 173 – Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa is a temporary Australian visa that allows parents to live in Australia while their application for a permanent Contributory Parent visa (Subclass 143) is processed. Here’s a detailed overview:

Subclass 173 – Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa

Purpose:

• This visa allows parents to live in Australia on a temporary basis while they wait for their permanent Contributory Parent visa (Subclass 143) application to be processed.

Eligibility:

1.Sponsorship:

You must be sponsored by your child who is 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.Financial Contribution:

You must agree to make a significant financial contribution towards the cost of your visa application.

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Key Features:

• Stay : Allows you to live in Australia temporarily, usually for up to two years.

• Work Rights : You can work while holding this visa.

• Study Rights : You can study while in Australia.

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 173 visa and pay the relevant visa fees and contribution amounts.

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

Pathway to Permanent Residency:

Subclass 143 – Contributory Parent Visa:

• After holding the Subclass 173 visa, you can apply for the Subclass 143 visa, which provides permanent residency. The Subclass 143 visa application can be submitted while you hold the Subclass 173 visa.

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