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Contributory Offshore Parent Visa
Your Guide to the Contributory Offshore Parent Visa
What is Contributory Offshore Parent Visa?
The Contributory Offshore Parent Visa is designed for parents of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. This visa allows parents to live in Australia permanently, provided they meet certain eligibility criteria.
Benefits of the Contributory Parent Visas
- Permanent Residency: The subclass 143 visa grants permanent residency, allowing parents to stay in Australia indefinitely.
- Work and Study: Visa holders can work and study in Australia.
- Medicare: Access to Australia’s healthcare system, Medicare.
- Sponsorship: The ability to sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence.
- Travel: The visa allows multiple entries to and from Australia for five years from the date the visa is granted.
Types of Contributory Offshore Parent Visa
Contributory Parent Visa Subclass 143
The Contributory Parent Visa Subclass 143 is a permanent visa that allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently. This visa comes with several benefits:
- Permanent Residency: Allows indefinite stay in Australia.
- Work and Study: Visa holders can work and study in Australia.
- Healthcare: Access to Medicare.
- Sponsorship: Visa holders can sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence.
- Travel: Multiple entries to and from Australia for five years from the visa grant date.
To apply, applicants need to meet eligibility criteria including the balance of family test and assurance of support. The application process involves lodging the visa application, paying the substantial visa charge, and providing necessary documentation. Processing times are generally shorter compared to other parent visas due to the higher application charge (Immigration and citizenship Website) .
Contributory Parent Visa Subclass 173
The Contributory Parent Visa Subclass 173 is a temporary visa that allows parents to live in Australia for up to two years. This visa acts as a pathway to the permanent Subclass 143 visa. Benefits include:
- Temporary Residency: Stay in Australia for two years.
- Work and Study: Temporary visa holders can work and study in Australia.
- Medicare: Temporary access to Medicare.
Subclass 173 visa holders can apply for the permanent Subclass 143 visa while in Australia. Eligibility requirements are similar, including the balance of family test and assurance of support. This visa serves as a stepping stone to gaining permanent residency through the Subclass 143 visa (Immigration and citizenship Website) .
For more details and the latest updates, visit the official Australian Government visa page.
Eligibility Criteria of The Contributory Parent Visas
Contributory Parent Visa Subclass 143
The Contributory Parent Visa (subclass 143) is a permanent visa allowing parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently. Key features include:
- Eligibility: Applicants must have a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. They must meet the balance of family test and obtain an assurance of support.
- Processing Time: This visa typically has a faster processing time due to its higher visa application charge.
- Benefits: Permanent residency, access to Medicare, the ability to work and study, and the opportunity to sponsor eligible relatives.
Contributory Parent Visa Subclass 173
The Contributory Parent Visa (subclass 173) is a temporary visa that allows parents to live in Australia for up to two years. This visa serves as a pathway to the permanent subclass 143 visa. Key features include:
- Eligibility: Similar to the subclass 143 visa, applicants must have a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, meet the balance of family test, and obtain an assurance of support.
- Duration: The visa is valid for two years.
- Pathway: Holders can apply for the subclass 143 visa while in Australia.
Remaining Relative Visa (Subclass 115)
The Remaining Relative Visa Subclass 115 allows people to move to Australia to be with their only close family members, offering permanent residency.
- Eligibility: Must be the only close family member of a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Processing Time: Check the visa processing time guide tool and refer to the Other Family Visa Queue for more information.
- Benefits: Permanent residency, ability to work and study, enroll in Medicare.
Visitor Visa (Subclass 600)
The Visitor Visa Subclass 600 is for tourists, business visitors, or visiting family for 3, 6, or 12 months.
- Eligibility: Be a genuine visitor and have sufficient funds to support your stay and departure.
- Processing Time: Use the visa processing time guide tool for indicative times.
- Benefits: Stay up to 12 months, visit friends and family, cruise or holiday, potential to extend stay if holding another visa.
Sponsor Eligibility and Criteria
The sponsor for the Contributory Offshore Parent Visa must meet the following criteria:
- Relationship to Applicant: The sponsor must be the child of the visa applicant or the child’s partner. This child must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Age and Residency: The sponsor must be at least 18 years old and usually resident in Australia.
- Assurance of Support: The sponsor must provide an assurance of support, which is a commitment to provide financial support to the visa applicant for a certain period to ensure they do not rely on government welfare payments. This also includes providing a bond.
- Good Character: The sponsor must meet certain character requirements, which may involve providing police certificates.
Application Process
- Expression of Interest: There is no requirement to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) or wait for an Invitation to Apply for this visa.
- Invitation to Apply: After the expression of interest is reviewed, the applicant may receive an invitation to apply for the visa. This step confirms that the applicant meets the basic eligibility criteria and can proceed with the formal application.
- Lodgement: Lodge the visa application with the required documents and fees. The application must include proof of the relationship with the Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen child, as well as evidence of meeting the balance of family test and assurance of support.
- Processing: Wait for the visa to be processed. The Contributory Parent Visa 143 generally has a shorter processing time due to the higher visa application charge. Processing involves a detailed assessment of the submitted documents and background checks.
- Visa Grant: Once granted, the visa allows the holder to migrate to Australia. The applicant will receive a visa grant notice, which specifies the conditions of the visa, including travel rights and the requirement to enter Australia within a certain period.
For the latest updates on any details, please refer to the official Australian Government visa page.
KnN Migration’s experienced team will guide you throughout the process, ensuring a smooth journey. Contact us today for a free consultation!
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KnN Migration’s experienced team will guide you throughout the process, ensuring a smooth journey.
FAQs
A Partner Visa allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia.
The spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen can apply.
Onshore Partner Visas are for those applying while in Australia, while offshore Partner Visas are for those applying from outside Australia.
Processing times can vary, generally ranging from several months to over a year.
You need to provide evidence of your relationship, identity documents, health and character certificates, and other supporting documents.
Yes, Partner Visa holders can work in Australia.
Applicants must undergo health examinations and provide police certificates to meet health and character requirements.
Applicants must be the only close family member of a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Permanent residency, ability to work and study in Australia, and enrollment in Medicare.
You can check the visa processing time guide tool and refer to the Other Family Visa Queue for more information.
The Visitor Visa Subclass 600 is for tourists, business visitors, or visiting family for 3, 6, or 12 months.
Genuine visitors who have sufficient funds to support their stay and departure.
You can stay for up to 12 months.
Costs vary: from AUD 195.00 for short business visits, from AUD 490.00 if in Australia when applying, and AUD 1,435.00 for Chinese citizens in organized tour groups. dependent children can be included in your Partner Visa application.
If your relationship ends before the visa is granted, you must notify the Department of Home Affairs. Your visa application may be affected.
You can track the progress of your application through your Immi Account on the Department of Home Affairs website.
For the latest updates and detailed information, always refer to the official Australian Government visa page.
KnN Migration’s experienced team will guide you throughout the process, ensuring a smooth journey. Contact us today.
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Disclaimer
The details shared above were accurate as of July 2024, but it’s important to note that migration regulations change over time. This information is meant for general understanding and should not be taken as legal advice. Keep in mind that information can change, so reach out to us for the latest guidance tailored to your situation. We look forward to assisting you!
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