Parent Visa Subclass 103 – Migrate Permanently to Australia as a Parent

The Parent Visa (Subclass 103) is a permanent residency visa that allows parents to move to Australia to live with their children who are Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.

If your child is settled in Australia, you may be eligible to apply for this visa and permanently reunite with your family.
👉 Looking for options to join your child in Australia? This visa is one of the primary pathways.

What You Can Do with a Subclass 103 Visa

With the Parent Visa Subclass 103, you will enjoy full rights as a permanent resident in Australia. This visa allows you to:

• ✅ Live in Australia permanently with your child and family
• ✅ Include your spouse and eligible dependent children in your application
• ✅ Work and study freely in Australia
• ✅ Apply for Australian citizenship (when eligible)
• ✅ Access social security benefits
• ✅ Receive subsidized healthcare through Medicare and the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)
• ✅ Sponsor other eligible family members to migrate to Australia

Eligibility Criteria for Parent Visa Subclass 103

To apply for this visa, you must meet the following requirements:

✅ You Must Be Outside Australia at Time of Visa Decision

You must be offshore (outside Australia) when the visa is granted.

✅ You Have an Eligible Child in Australia

Your child must be:

• An Australian citizen,
• An Australian permanent resident, or
• An eligible New Zealand citizen
  …and must be settled in Australia (usually living lawfully in Australia for at least 2 years).

✅ You Must Pass the Balance of Family Test

You meet this requirement if:

• At least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or
• You have more children living in Australia than in any other country.

⚠️ This test is mandatory and cannot be waived under any circumstances.

✅ You Must Meet Health and Character Requirements

You and any family members included in your application must undergo:

• A full medical check-up
• A police clearance for character assessment

✅ No Subclass 870 Visa Holders

You cannot apply for Subclass 103 if you currently hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa – Subclass 870.

✅ Settle Any Outstanding Debts

Before your visa is granted, you must either:

• Pay any outstanding debts to the Australian Government
• OR arrange a repayment plan if you’re experiencing financial hardship

Step-by-Step Application Process

Who Can Sponsor You?

Your visa application must be supported by a sponsor. This is usually your child, but if they are under 18 or unable to sponsor you, alternatives include:

• Your child’s partner
• A guardian or relative of your child or their partner
• A community organization that:
• Has a relationship with your child
• Has been legally operating in Australia for at least 12 months
• Can prove financial stability
• Has a senior representative willing to act as a sponsor

Sponsor Responsibilities

As a sponsor, your child or the nominated sponsor must:

• Provide financial support to you and your migrating family members
• Offer accommodation and moral support for at least the first 2 years of your stay in Australia

Visa Fees & Cost Breakdown

🔍 Other possible costs:

• Health checks
• Police certificates
• Translations of documents (if applicable)

Why Choose Aggarwal Immigration?

At Aggarwal Immigration, we help families reunite in Australia by offering:

• ✅ Expert migration advice tailored to parent visas
• ✅ Step-by-step support through the entire visa process
• ✅ Document preparation & submission with precision
• ✅ Updates & communication to keep you informed at every stage