Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 173)
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Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 173)
Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 173)
Australia · Family
What it is
Temporary visa for a parent of an Australian citizen or permanent resident, as a step towards the permanent Contributory Parent visa.
Key facts
- Category
- Family
- Duration
- See Home Affairs.
- Application fee
- Application charge, see the Home Affairs visa pricing estimator.
- Processing time
- See Home Affairs processing times.
- Maximum validity
- 2 years
- Extendable
- No
- Path to permanent residence
- Indirect route
- Dependants
- Yes
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Key requirements
- Parent of an eligible Australian sponsor
- Meet the balance-of-family test
Working on this visa
Can work and study; no government support
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 25 July 2026.