Sponsored Parent Visa (Subclass 870)
The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa – Subclass 870 allows eligible parents to live in Australia temporarily while being sponsored by their children.
Key Features
- Temporary stay (3 or 5 years)
- Renewable up to 10 years total
- No permanent parent visa application needed
- Faster processing than permanent parent visas
- Allows extended family reunification
Who Can Sponsor?
- Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen
- At least 18 years old
- Living in Australia lawfully
- Meets minimum income requirements
- Approved as eligible sponsor by Home Affairs
Who Can Apply?
- Has an approved child sponsor in Australia
- Meets health and character requirements
- Holds adequate Australian health insurance
- No pending permanent parent visa applications (in most cases)
Duration of Stay
- First visa: 3 or 5 years
- Renewal option available
- Maximum total stay: up to 10 years
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