Subclass 884
Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary)
Important
Description
The Subclass 884 Temporary Parent Visa is a temporary visa that allows aged parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia for a temporary period while awaiting approval for a permanent Parent Visa (such as the Subclass 804 or Subclass 103). This visa allows parents to stay for up to 2 years and provides opportunities for work and study during the temporary stay in Australia.
Parent
TR
Visa Class UU
Requirements
The first step in applying for your subclass 884 Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa is fulfilling all of the eligibility requirements. You need to be diligent and organised when going through the application process. The entry requirements for the subclass 884 Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa are:
- have an eligible child who is a settled Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen
- be old enough to receive the Australian aged pension
- be in Australia, but not in immigration clearance, when you apply for this visa and when we make our decision
- 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 have an eligible sponsor who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
You must be of the appropriate age to receive the Australian age pension.
Ensure you meet the balance-of-family test, meaning at least half of your children live in Australia or more of your children live in Australia than in any other country.
Confirm that you do not have any outstanding debts to the Australian government.
Be in Australia at the time of application and decision.
English Test
While this visa does not have an English requirement, having functional English can be beneficial.
If required, provide evidence of English proficiency through an accepted test such as IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL.
Submit Expression of Interest (EOI)
This visa does not typically require an EOI, but you should check the latest immigration updates to confirm if any changes apply.
Receive an Invitation to Apply
If applicable, you may receive an invitation to apply for the visa after submitting an EOI.
Once invited, you must submit a complete visa application within the specified timeframe.
Applying for Visa
Provide identity documents, including a passport and national ID.
Submit proof of relationship with your sponsor, such as birth certificates of children.
Provide evidence of meeting the balance-of-family test.
Submit sponsorship approval from an eligible Australian resident.
Include evidence of health insurance coverage for your stay in Australia.
If applicable, provide financial documents to prove your ability to cover expenses.
Health and Character Checks
Undergo a medical examination as per Australian health requirements.
Obtain police clearance certificates from every country you have lived in for at least 12 months in the past 10 years.
If required, provide biometric data as part of the application process.
Await Visa Processing
Immigration authorities will assess your application, documents, and eligibility.
You may be asked to provide additional documents or attend an interview.
Processing times vary, so regularly check your ImmiAccount for updates.
Visa Grant
If your visa is approved, you will receive a visa grant notification.
This visa allows you to live in Australia temporarily for up to two years.
Once in Australia, you may be eligible to apply for the permanent Subclass 864 visa.
Ensure compliance with all visa conditions to avoid complications in future applications.
