Contributory Parent visa (subclass 173 and 143)
Subsidiary parental visas (subclasses 173 and 143) allow parents to remain in Australia if their child is an Australian, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen with Subclass 173 visas being temporary, allowing parents to stay in Australia for up to two years. This visa cannot be renewed or extended. However, within two years of obtaining a subclass 173 visa, parents can apply for a subclass 143 visa to gain permanent Australian status.
Applicants for this visa must support a child living in Australia. If the child is under 18, financial support may come from another source:
- The child’s spouse, if they are 18 years of age or over and are Australian resident, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizens
guardian or relative of the child - The guardian or relative of the child’s spouse, if the spouse is under 18 years of age but is an Australian resident, permanent resident, or qualifying New Zealand citizen
- A local organization
Note: If sponsored by a local organization, the Immigration Service requires concrete evidence of a relationship with the applicant or a written agreement from a senior representative of the organization, confirming sponsorship of the applicant (petitioner). ) upon arrival in Australia.
Advantages of Holding the Visa
As a Contributing Parent 173 visa holder, you are entitled to:
- He lived, studied and worked in Australia for two years
- Get health coverage under Medicare, Australia’s health spending scheme
- Ordinary visit to Australia for two years from the date of visa
As a Contributor-Parent 143 Visa holder, you can:
- She lives, studies and works full-time in Australia
- You can get health coverage through Medicare
- Eligibility for Australian citizenship by meeting essential requirements
- Hire appropriate family members to help them stay permanently
- Travel to and from Australia repeatedly for up to five years from the date of visa issuance
Qualification Requirements
173 for the subclass
- Your child must be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or a valid New Zealand citizen.
- Your child has lived in Australia legally for at least 2 years.
- You need someone to help you.
- You have to pass the balanced family test.
- You must meet health and behavioural requirements.
143 for the subclass
- You must have a parent (temporary) (subclass 173) sponsor visa.
- You must meet all conditions for a temporary contributory parent visa (subclass 173).
Documentation for Relationship Verification (Subclass 143 and 173 Visas)
Required certified images include:
- Birth certificate with date of birth
- Family records showing family connections
- Marriage certificates (if the sponsor is the child’s spouse).
- Guardianship documents (if the sponsor is the guardian of the child).
- Other appropriate documentation of the relationship between the child and the sponsor.
For sponsors who are community organizations, the following is required.
- Certificate of registration of the institution
- Evidence that the agent has the authority to act on behalf of the entity, such as the authority of a board or board of trustees
- Evidence that the applicant has the financial capacity to support them once they arrive in Australia
Family Members Included in the Visa Application
Your visa application may include the following family members:
- Their husband
- You or your spouse’s children or stepchildren
Health and Background Checks
Each applicant and dependent family members must:
- Undergo a medical examination within one year of submitting a visa application, as part of the preliminary health requirements
- Obtain a police certificate from any country where you have lived for more than 12 months in the last 10 years
Australian Values Statement
If you are over 18, you are required to sign an Australian values document. This is to confirm your commitment to compliance with Australian law.
Outstanding Debts to the Australian Government
You must not have any outstanding debt to the Australian Government, or arrange to pay it before your visa is granted.
Applying from 173 visa to 143 visa, the applications charges would be
How this price is calculated
| Product | Quantity | Price |
| CA143 Contributory parent – holds 173 | 1 | 325.00 |
| Additional Applicant Charge 18+ | 1 | 165.00 |
| GST | 0.00 | |
| Total | AUD 490.00 |
Applying directly for 143 visa, the applications charges would be
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| Product | Quantity | Price |
| CA143 Contributory parent | 1 | 3,695.00 |
| Additional Applicant Charge 18+ | 1 | 1,245.00 |
| GST | 0.00 | |
| Total | AUD 4,940.00 |