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Contributory Aged Parent · Subclass 884
Contributory Aged Parent Temporary Visa Subclass 884
The Contributory Aged Parent Temporary Visa Subclass 884 allows eligible aged parents to stay in Australia for up to 2 years.
Onshore Parent Visa
It is an onshore Parent visa with specific age, sponsorship, family, visa-status and Balance of Family requirements.
Parent Visa Support
Subclass 884 Application Services
Form Preparation
Prepare Form 47PA, Form 40, Form 47A and other required forms.
Document Review
Review identity, relationship, sponsor, family and supporting evidence.
Paper Lodgement
Prepare the application for lodgement with the Parent Visa Centre by post or courier.
Application Follow-Up
Assist with acknowledgement, correspondence and additional Home Affairs requests.
Health & Character
Guide you through health examinations, police checks and requested evidence.
Queue & Final Assessment
Assist with queue-stage requirements and documents requested before final assessment.
Temporary Stay
What Does Subclass 884 Allow?
2-Year Stay
Stay in Australia for up to 2 years from visa grant.
Work & Study
Work and study in Australia while the visa is valid.
Multiple Travel
Leave and return to Australia multiple times while the visa remains valid.
Eligibility
Subclass 884 Eligibility
You generally need to:
- Be an aged parent
- Have an eligible settled child and approved sponsor
- Meet the Balance of Family Test
- Be in Australia when applying
- Hold a visa status that allows a valid onshore application
Other Requirements
Other Visa Requirements
Health
You and relevant family members must meet Australia’s health requirements.
Character
Police certificates and other character evidence may be requested.
Government Debts
Relevant Australian Government debts must generally be repaid or covered by an approved repayment arrangement.
Immigration History
Previous visa refusals, cancellations or compliance issues can affect eligibility.
Australian Values
Applicants aged 18 or over must sign the Australian Values Statement.
Onshore Application Requirement
Be in Australia at Application and Decision
- In Australia when applying
- In Australia when the visa is decided
- Not in immigration clearance at either stage
Family Position
Balance of Family Test
You meet the Balance of Family Test if:
01
At least half of your children and stepchildren are eligible children; or
02
More eligible children live in Australia than in any other single country.
The test also counts relevant stepchildren and adopted children and cannot be waived for compelling or exceptional circumstances.
Health Cover
Medicare and Health Cover
Medicare
Valid Subclass 884 holders may be eligible to enrol in Medicare under the applicable Ministerial Order.
Common enrolment evidencePassport or ImmiCardValid visa details
Private Health Insurance
Subclass 884 has no standard visa conditions, including no standard mandatory health-insurance condition. Private cover may still be useful depending on individual healthcare needs.
Government Charge01 02
Cost
As at August 2026, the government visa charge starts from: AUD 35,430 for One ApplicantThe charge is paid in two instalments.
First Instalment
Paid when the application is lodged.
Second Instalment
Paid when requested by Home Affairs before visa grant.
Capped & Queued
Contributory Aged Parent Visa 884 Processing Time
Subclass 884 is capped and queued, so an eligible application can wait until a visa place becomes available.
The 15-year figure is a category estimate, not a guaranteed processing time for an individual Subclass 884 application.
Application Evidence
Documents Required
01Passport
02Birth certificate
03Parent–child relationship evidence
04Form 47PA
05Form 40 – Sponsorship
06Form 47A, where required
07Sponsor identity and Australian status evidence
08Evidence of sponsor’s settled residence
09Details of all children and stepchildren
10Balance of Family evidence
11Partner documents, if applicable
12Dependant documents, if applicable
13Health examinations, when requested
14Police certificates, when requested
15English translations for non-English documents
Paper Application
Temporary Contributory Parent applications remain paper-based, and Home Affairs currently requires certified copies of supporting documents, except original police certificates.
Think Higher Consultants
Why Choose Think Higher Consultants?
Registered Migration Agent
Professional migration assistance from Aneel Khowaja, MARN 1571699.
Clear Advice
Understand your eligibility and application risks before lodging.
Parent Visa Experience
Get professional guidance through the requirements of a complex and long-running Parent visa application.
Ongoing Support
Receive assistance with Home Affairs requests, application updates and queue-stage requirements.
Sponsorship
Who Can Sponsor You?
The sponsor is usually your settled child in Australia who is an:
Australian citizenAustralian permanent residentEligible New Zealand citizen
If the child is under 18, an eligible relative or community organisation may be able to sponsor. The sponsorship must be approved by Home Affairs.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Add a Family Member After Lodgement?
Potentially. An eligible family member may be added before a decision using Form 1436 where the relevant requirements are met. A family member added after lodgement must be in Australia when added to the application.
Can the Sponsor Change During Processing?
Potentially. A replacement sponsor must meet the applicable requirements and be formally approved.
What Happens if the Visa Is Refused?
Home Affairs will provide the refusal reasons in writing and advise whether review rights are available. The visa application charge is generally not refunded simply because the application is refused.
Can Subclass 884 Be Extended?
No. You cannot extend the existing Subclass 884 visa or simply reapply for another 884 to continue the stay.
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