Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143)
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Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143)
Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143)
Australia · Family
What it is
Permanent visa for parents with a substantial contribution (visa charge + assurance of support bond), with much shorter processing than 103.
Key facts
- Category
- Family
- Duration
- Permanent
- Processing time
- See official page for current processing times
- Extendable
- No
- Path to permanent residence
- Direct route
- Dependants
- Yes
- How to apply
- Online
- Health insurance
- Not required
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee
- AUD 49,900
Key requirements
- Have a child who is an Australian citizen, PR, or eligible NZ citizen and meets the assurance of support requirements
- Pass the balance of family test
- Be sponsored by a child resident in Australia
- Pay the substantial second-instalment visa application charge
- Meet health and character requirements
Working on this visa
Full work rights (permanent visa)
Bringing family
Can include family members; must list all family members even if not migrating.
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 25 July 2026.