• You must be the parent of a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
• Your child must be at least 18 years old.
• You must meet the balance-of-family test, meaning at least half of your children must live in Australia or more children live in Australia than any other country.
• Ensure you meet health and character requirements.

You may be required to demonstrate a certain level of English language proficiency:

• Check the specific language requirements for your visa subclass.
• If needed, take an approved English language test such as IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL.
• Submit your test results as part of the visa application.

Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) through the SkillSelect system:

• Submit your EOI to express your interest in applying for the Contributory Parent Visa.
• Ensure all personal details, including your background, health, and family details, are accurate in the submission.
• You may need to pay a non-refundable EOI fee as part of the process.

If your EOI is successful, you will receive an invitation to apply for the visa:

• This invitation will be sent via email.
• You must apply within the specified timeframe (usually 60 days from receiving the invitation).
• Invitations are issued based on points and availability of places in the program.

Once invited to apply, it’s time to collect all necessary documents for your visa application:

• Proof of identity, including your passport and birth certificate.
• Evidence of your relationship to your child (e.g., birth certificates, adoption documents).
• Health and character documents, such as police clearance and medical checks.
• Proof of financial capacity, including sponsorship and assurance of support.
• Any additional documents requested by the Department of Home Affairs.

To proceed with your application, you must meet health and character requirements:

• Undergo a health examination by an approved doctor to ensure you meet Australia’s health standards.
• Submit police clearance certificates from all countries where you have lived for more than 12 months in the last 10 years.
• Complete any additional character checks as required.

After submitting your application, the Department of Home Affairs will process it:

• Processing times may vary, so stay updated on the status of your application.
• You may be contacted for additional information or clarification during the processing period.
• Be patient, as visa processing for this subclass can take several months or even years due to demand and availability of places.

If your application is successful, you will be granted a Contributory Parent Visa (subclass 143):

• You will receive a visa grant notice confirming your permanent residency status.
• Ensure you meet any conditions associated with your visa grant.
• Once granted, you can move to Australia and live as a permanent resident, enjoy healthcare, work rights, and access to social services.