Subclass 870 · Temporary

Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa

A temporary visa that lets parents of an Australian sponsor stay for an extended period without a permanent residence pathway.

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Visa typeTemporary
Application chargeCheck official siteMain applicant, base charge
Processing timeCheck official site
Length of stayCheck official site

Who is the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa for?

Parents of an eligible Australian sponsor who want a longer stay than a standard visitor visa allows.

Main requirements

  • An approved sponsoring child or their partner
  • Meet health and character requirements
  • Health insurance and financial requirements as applicable

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Who can apply for the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa?

Parents of an eligible Australian sponsor who want a longer stay than a standard visitor visa allows.

Related visas

Subclass 820 / 801Partner Visa (Onshore)Subclass 309 / 100Partner Visa (Offshore)Subclass 300Prospective Marriage VisaSubclass 101 / 102Child Visa

Source: Department of Home Affairs. This page is general information only and is not migration advice. Fees, processing times and rules change often, so confirm everything on the official site before you apply. For advice on your situation, speak to a registered migration agent or immigration lawyer.