Contributory aged parent (Temporary) visa
(subclass 884)
The Subclass 884 Contributory aged parent (Temporary) visa eligibility criteria for the visa you mentioned include:
- Living in Australia for up to 2 years.
- Having the ability to work and study in Australia, although you won’t receive government support.
- Being eligible to apply for a permanent Contributory Aged Parent (subclass 864) visa.
- Having an eligible child who is a settled Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Being old enough to receive the Australian aged pension.
- Being physically present in Australia, but not in immigration clearance, both when applying for the visa and when the decision is made.
- Not having already applied for or holding a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (Subclass 870) visa when applying for this visa.
Ensure that you meet all the specified criteria before applying for the visa to increase your chances of a successful application.
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Based on the information provided, to be eligible for the visa, you must:
- Be able to live in Australia for up to 2 years.
- Have the ability to work and study in Australia, although you won’t receive government support.
- Be eligible to apply for a permanent Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864).
Ensure that you meet all the specified criteria before applying for the visa.
Apply for a Contributory Aged Parent (subclass 864) visa
You have the option to pursue a permanent Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864) through a two-step process. Initially, you can apply for a Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) subclass 884 visa. This sequential approach enables you to distribute the expenses associated with the visas across multiple years.
​How long you can stay on 864 visa
The subclass 884 visa is a temporary visa that allows you to reside in Australia for a period of 2 years, commencing from the date of visa grant.
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Include family
When applying for the visa, you can include members of your family unit. Ensure to provide details for all family members, regardless of whether they are migrating or not. Even if your partner is not applying for the visa with you, you should include their information in your application.
Please note that all family members included in the application must meet the health and character requirements set by the Australian authorities. Additionally, non-migrating family members might also need to meet these requirements.
Newborn child
If your child is born after you have submitted your visa application, you will need to inform the relevant authorities and follow the necessary procedures outlined by the immigration department. Additionally, please be aware that there may be an additional charge for including your newborn child in your visa application, as each family member included in the application incurs a separate fee.
Cost of Subclass 864 visa
The visa costs AUD33,895 and there is an additional charge for each family member included in the application. Payment is made in two installments: the first installment is due upon application submission, and the second installment is paid upon request. Additionally, there may be other costs associated with health checks, police certificates, and biometrics for each applicant.
To estimate the total cost of your visa, you can use the Visa Pricing Estimator tool. However, please note that this tool does not include the second installment or any other associated costs. You can find more detailed information about visa fees and charges on the relevant government website.
Apply from
When applying for Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 884), you and any accompanying family members must be physically present in Australia, but not in immigration clearance. This means you should be within the country but not undergoing any immigration procedures at the time of application submission and when the decision is made on your application.
If you are currently in Australia on a temporary visa with a “no further stay” condition, your application for this visa will be considered invalid unless you have applied for a waiver of this condition. It’s important to ensure that you meet all the necessary requirements and conditions before submitting your application to avoid any complications.
Processing times
Due to the high demand for these visas, processing times for applications can be quite lengthy. To get an idea of the current processing times, you can use the visa processing time guide tool, which provides information on recently decided applications. However, please note that these times are just an estimate and may vary based on individual circumstances.
Your application may take longer to process if there are any errors or missing information in your application, or if additional information is required from you. It’s crucial to ensure that you fill out the application correctly and provide all the necessary documents to avoid delays.
Additionally, your application cannot be processed if you have not paid the correct visa application charge. If this occurs, you will be notified, and your application may be returned if necessary.
Please be aware that applications for this visa are subject to capping and queueing, which means that there may be limits on the number of visas granted each year. This can also impact processing times.
For more information on migration program outcomes and processing priorities, you can refer to the Reports on Migration Programs.
Assessment
Applications for this visa are typically assessed in two stages:
- Eligibility Check: During this stage, we review your application to determine if you meet the basic eligibility criteria. If your application meets the requirements, it will be added to the processing queue. However, if it does not meet the criteria, it may be refused.
- Assessment and Decision: Once your application is in the queue, we will continue to assess it based on processing priorities and available visa places. When a place becomes available, we will make a decision on your application. This decision will be communicated to you in writing. It’s important not to make arrangements to stay permanently in Australia until your visa is granted.
Please note that processing times can vary, and it’s essential to stay informed about the progress of your application. You can learn more about the Parent visa queue and processing priorities for additional information.
Consider another visa
Other Parent visas available include:
Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864): This is a permanent visa option, but it comes with higher costs compared to other visas in this category.
Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884), followed by the permanent Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864): This pathway involves a two-step visa process. While it incurs higher costs than the subclass 804 visa, the expenses are spread across the two visas over a longer period.
Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 870): Sponsored Parent visa is temporary and allows parents to visit their children in Australia for up to three or five years at a time, with a cumulative maximum stay of 10 years.
You can explore all available visa options on our Visa list page for more information. Each visa has its own eligibility criteria, benefits, and requirements, so it’s essential to review them carefully before making a decision.
Your obligations
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Eligibility
Not have this visa
You cannot apply for this visa if you have already applied for or hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (subclass 870) visa.
Have a sponsor
You must be sponsored by an eligible sponsor to apply for this visa. Typically, the sponsor is an eligible child. However, if your child is under 18 years old, you can be sponsored by an eligible relative or a community organization. It’s important to note that the sponsorship must be approved by us before you proceed with your visa application.
Be this age
You must be old enough to receive the age pension in Australia.
Must not have a no further stay condition
The visa you currently hold must not have a “no further stay” condition on it in order for you to apply for this visa. You can check the conditions of your current visa using VEVO (Visa Entitlement Verification Online).
Meet the health requirement
You and any family members applying for the visa with you must meet the health requirement set by the Australian authorities. Additionally, we may also request that other family members who are not migrating meet this health requirement.
Meet the character requirement
You and any family members included in your visa application must meet the character requirement set by Australian authorities. Additionally, other non-migrating family members may also be asked to meet this requirement.
Sign the Australian values statement
If you are 18 years of age or older, you must comply with the following requirements:
- You must have read, or had explained to you, the Life in Australia book.
- You must sign an Australian Values Statement confirming that you will respect the Australian way of life and obey Australian laws.
Meet the balance-of-family test
To meet the balance-of-family test, you must fulfill one of the following conditions:
- At least half of your children and stepchildren are eligible children.
- There are more eligible children living in Australia than in any other single country.
You can refer to examples of how the balance-of-family test is applied for further clarification.
Have paid back your debt to the Australian Government
If you or any member of your family owe money to the Australian Government, you or they must have either paid it back or have a formal arrangement in place to repay it.
Best interests of the child
The issuance of this visa is contingent upon its alignment with the best interests of any applicants under 18 years old. If granting the visa is deemed contrary to their best interests, it will not be approved.
Once your subclass 884 visa expires, you cannot extend or reapply for this visa. However, you may explore other visa options if you wish to remain in Australia beyond the validity period of your subclass 884 visa.