Subclass 804
Aged Parent (Residence)
Relevant Visas
870 Sponsored Parent (Temporary)
Important
Description
The Subclass 804 Aged Parent Visa is a permanent visa for older parents who are sponsored by their child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. This visa allows the applicant to live in Australia permanently, providing the right to work, study, and access Medicare. It’s designed for parents who have reached the age of eligibility for an Australian pension, but it comes with long waiting times due to high demand.
Parent
PR
Visa Class BP
Requirements
The next step in applying for your subclass 804 Aged Parent (Residence) visa is fulfilling all of the eligibility requirements. There are quite a few and you are going to have to be diligent and organised when going through the application process. The entry requirements for the subclass 804 Aged Parent (Residence) visa are:
- have an eligible child who is a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen
- be old enough to receive the age pension in Australia
- not have already applied for or hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (subclass 870) visa when applying for this visa.
Process/Steps
Check Your Eligibility
- Ensure you meet the age requirements (usually 65 or older).
- You must be the parent of a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- You must pass the balance of family test, where at least half of your children must live in Australia, or more of your children live in Australia than in any other country.
- Make sure you meet the health and character requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs.
English Test
- Depending on your circumstances and age, you may be required to take an English language proficiency test.
- For most applicants, this step is not mandatory if you are over 50 years old. However, if you are required to demonstrate English proficiency, common tests include the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or other approved tests.
- If English proficiency is a requirement, you must score a certain band or score on the test to be eligible to proceed.
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect.
- This allows the Australian government to assess your eligibility for the visa.
- If you meet the necessary criteria, you may be invited to apply for the Subclass 804 visa.
Receive an Invitation to Apply
- If you are successful in your EOI, you will receive an invitation to apply for the visa.
- The invitation will contain important information regarding the visa application process, including deadlines for submission.
Gather Your Documents
Collect all necessary documentation for your application, such as:
- Proof of your relationship to your children (birth certificates, family documents).
- Identity documents (passport, birth certificate).
- Health assessment documents.
- Police clearance certificates for character checks.
Ensure that all documents are valid and properly translated if necessary.
Health and Character Checks
- Undergo a medical examination with an approved health provider.
- Obtain a police clearance from your home country and any country you’ve lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years.
- The Department of Home Affairs will assess your health and character as part of the visa application process.
Await Visa Processing
- After submitting your complete application, the Department of Home Affairs will process it.
- Processing times can vary, so it is important to be patient.
- You may be asked to provide additional information or attend an interview during this phase.
Visa Grant
- If your application is successful, you will receive your Subclass 804 visa grant.
- The visa will allow you to live in Australia as a permanent resident.
- You will be notified of the visa grant and any conditions attached to it.
