884 — Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884)

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884 — Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

15 years

Estimated Cost

A$34,170 AUD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Up to 2 years

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Living in Australia

Cost of Living

1% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryA$67,200

Quality of Life

190/200

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Overview

The Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884) allows parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or qualifying New Zealand citizens to live temporarily in Australia. Applicants must be at least 67 years old, sponsored by an Australian-resident child, and satisfy the Balance of Family test.

The visa grants a 2-year stay and is non-renewable. Fees total AUD 34,170, paid as AUD 5,040 at lodgement and AUD 29,130 before grant. Holders can apply for the permanent Subclass 864 to remain in Australia, though high demand means new applications face an estimated queue of around 15 years.

This visa is ideal for aged parents of Australian residents who want to join their family in Australia while awaiting the permanent Contributory Aged Parent visa.

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Cost Breakdown

First Instalment (Main Applicant)A$5,040 AUD

Second Instalment (Per Applicant)A$29,130 AUD

TotalA$34,170 AUD

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be sponsored by a qualifying child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or qualifying New Zealand citizen settled in Australia

Must be old enough to qualify for the Australian Age Pension (currently 67 years or older)

Must meet the Balance of Family test (at least half of your children must be permanently resident in Australia, or more of your children must live in Australia than in any other single country)

Must be in Australia at the time of application

Must meet standard health and character requirements

Must not have already applied for or hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (Subclass 870) visa

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Completed Form 40 (Sponsorship for migration to Australia)

Completed Form 47PA (Application for a parent to migrate to Australia)

Proof of relationship (birth certificates of all children)

Evidence of sponsor's citizenship or permanent residence in Australia

Evidence of meeting the Balance of Family test (e.g. proof of residence of all children)

Police clearance certificates for all countries lived in for 12+ months since turning 16

Application Process

Sponsor completes the sponsorship form (Form 40)

Prepare all identity, relationship, and residency documents

Lodge the paper visa application (Form 47PA) and sponsorship form (Form 40) while in Australia

Pay the first instalment of the Visa Application Charge

Undergo medical examinations and obtain police clearances when requested

Pay the second instalment when notified by the Department of Home Affairs before the visa grant

Visa is officially granted

Application Forms

Go to application portal

47PA Application for a parent to migrate to Australia	Fill online
40 Sponsorship for migration to Australia (parent, aged parent)	Fill online

Verified Claims (18)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps

Sponsor completes the sponsorship form (Form 40); Prepare all identity, relationship, and residency …

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Dependent Visa

true

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Fee Breakdown

First Instalment (Main Applicant): 5040 AUD; Second Instalment (Per Applicant): 29130 AUD

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Fees

From AUD 34,170 (paid in two instalments: First instalment of AUD 5,040 at the time of application, …

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Forms

47PA; 40

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Job Offer Required

false

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Application Portal

https://online.immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/lusc/login

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Official Info

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/contributory-aged-parent-temporary…

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Living in Australia

Cost of Living

1% cheaper than United States

Avg SalaryA$67,200

Quality of Life

190/200

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Overview

This visa is ideal for aged parents of Australian residents who want to join their family in Australia while awaiting the permanent Contributory Aged Parent visa.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be sponsored by a qualifying child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or qualifying New Zealand citizen settled in Australia

Must be old enough to qualify for the Australian Age Pension (currently 67 years or older)

Must meet the Balance of Family test (at least half of your children must be permanently resident in Australia, or more of your children must live in Australia than in any other single country)

Must be in Australia at the time of application

Must meet standard health and character requirements

Must not have already applied for or hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (Subclass 870) visa

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Completed Form 40 (Sponsorship for migration to Australia)

Completed Form 47PA (Application for a parent to migrate to Australia)

Proof of relationship (birth certificates of all children)

Evidence of sponsor's citizenship or permanent residence in Australia

Evidence of meeting the Balance of Family test (e.g. proof of residence of all children)

Police clearance certificates for all countries lived in for 12+ months since turning 16

Application Process