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Contributory Aged Parent Visa
Onshore contributory parent pathway for eligible aged parents seeking long-term migration options.
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What this visa lets you do.
The Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 864) is an onshore family migration pathway for eligible aged parents and should be considered carefully in the context of overall family planning.
- Onshore aged parent pathway
- Contributory parent stream
- Timing and strategic suitability matter
Suitability
Who this may suit.
- Eligible aged parents in Australia seeking a contributory pathway
- Families comparing onshore aged parent strategy options
Requirements
What you generally need.
- Eligible child sponsor
- Age-related eligibility requirements
- Supporting family and identity documents
- Other pathway-specific criteria
Process
How the application process works.
- 01
Confirm age-related eligibility and onshore position
- 02
Compare permanent and temporary aged parent options
- 03
Prepare sponsor, family and identity material
- 04
Lodge only after checking overall family strategy and timing
Material considerations
Issues to understand before proceeding.
- Incorrect age-based eligibility assumptions
- Underestimating cost and strategic consequences
- Weak sponsor or family supporting evidence
Related information
Related visa information.
Begin with clarity
Understand whether this pathway fits your position.
A consultation considers eligibility, evidence, timing, risk and the objective behind the application.
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