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Subclass 173 visa – your parents’ tickets to Australia via sponsorship

A Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa allows parents to come to live in Australia temporarily. How many Subclass 173 visa will be granted in 2023-2024? How to prepare and apply for this visa? Let’s dive in to get advice from our qualified and experienced consultant.

 

 

What is a (offshore) Subclass 173 visa?

Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa – Subclass 173 visa allows a parent of a settled Australian citizen/permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to stay in Australia temporarily.

Visa 173 is valid for 2 years. After that, you may need to apply for a Subclass 143 visa for permanent residency.

 

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What is a (offshore) Subclass 173 visa?

 

Benefits of a Subclass 173 visa

 

Residency
    • To live in Australia in 2 years.
    • Apply for Subclass 143 visa for permanent residency.
Work and study
    • To study and work in Australia.
Multiples entries
    • Travel to and from Australia as many times as you want within 2 years.
Family members
    • Allow your eligible family members to apply for the visa together with you.
Health care
    • Access to Medicare – an Australia’s universal health insurance scheme.

 

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Benefits of a Subclass 173 visa

 

You can also consider a different pathway of the similar visa category – Remaining Relative Visa – Subclass 115.

 

The requirements of a Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa

 

The sponsor (children)
    • Must be a settled Australian citizen/ permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
    • From and over 18 years of age. If you’re under 18 years of age, you must be sponsored by an eligible relative or community organisation.
    • Provide accommodation and financial support for 2 years the applicant lives in Australia.
The applicant (parent)
    • Meet the balance-of-family test (there are more eligible children living in Australia than in any other single country).
    • Must provide proof of being sponsored by an eligible child.
    • Must meet the health and character requirements.
    • No criminal record.
    • No debt to the Australian government.
    • Must be offshore when being granted the visa.

 

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The requirements of a Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa

 

Contact VEM for further assistance. With more than 12 years experience in the migration field, our consultant will help you to choose the most suitable migration pathway.

 

Step by step to apply for a Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa

    • Step 1: Check if you meet the Subclass 173 requirement.
    • Step 2: Prepare the documents and apply for the Subclass 173 visa.
    • Step 3: Provide additional documents (if required).
    • Step 4: Receive Subclass 173 visa.

 

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Step by step to apply for a Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa

 

In addition, all Subclass 173 Australia visas are processed in Perth (Western Australia). Since VEM is also located in Perth, you always receive our support.

 

The cost of Subclass 173 visa application

 

For the main applicantFor the additional applicant
First instalmentAUD3,210
    • From and over 18 years of age: AUD1,605.
    • Under 18 years old: AUD805.
Second instalment (if required)AUD29,130
    • From and over 18 years of age: AUD2,095.
    • Under 18 years of age: AUD0.

Note: The fees listed above do not include a 1.4% surcharge.

 

The Subclass 173 visa fee has increased since July 1, 2022 and may increase every financial year.

 

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The cost of Subclass 173 visa application

 

Contact VEM for updates. Mr. Peter Cao (CEO of VEM), a registered migration agent (MARN: 1577877) and member of the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA: 12648), has always been among the first people to get updates of Australian immigration changes. Therefore, VEM’s clients are always well informed and advised.

 

Subclass 173 processing time

There is no information on processing time for Subclass 173 visa applications at the present time.

 

Frequently asked questions

Can I extend a Subclass 173 visa after it’s expired?

Unfortunately, no. The Subclass 173 visa only allows the applicants to stay in Australia for 2 years. If you want to continue to live in Australia, you can apply for Subclass 143 visa or other visas.

Can I include my family members on the application?

Yes, as long as they meet the requirements for dependent applicants.

What can the applicant be when applying and being granted a Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa?

The applicant can be onshore or offshore at the time of applying. However, they must be offshore when being granted the visa.

Can I use the application of the Subclass 173 to 143 visa application?

No. You need to prepare a new application to apply for a Subclass 143 visa.


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With 12 years of experience and an understanding of Australian migration law and culture, we always try our best to support clients. Mr. Peter Cao, a registered migration agent (MARN: 1577877), also a member of the Migration Institute of Australia, will provide you with the most suitable migration pathway and support you.

 

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3 thoughts on “Subclass 173 visa – your parents’ tickets to Australia via sponsorship

  1. viral says:

    Hello There,

    I want to put this visa for my mom as my father just passed away here in Australia. What is processing time for this visa? When can we get Medicare benefits? Do we get Medicare benefits when we are in queue?

    I am only son. which subclass is better for my mom between Subclass 173 or Subclass 143?

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