Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864)

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for this visa, you must meet the following requirements:

• Not have applied for or held a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (subclass 870) visa
• Be sponsored by an eligible sponsor, usually an eligible child
• Be old enough to receive the age pension in Australia
• Meet the health and character requirements
• Sign the Australian values statement
• Meet the balance-of-family test
• Have assurance of support
• Have paid back any debt owed to the Australian government
• Not have had a visa cancelled or a previous application refused in Australia
• Have the best interests of any applicant under 18 considered

Application Process

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Assurance of Support

An assurance of support assures us that you will not have to rely on government assistance after you enter Australia on this visa. The assurance is for you and any family members who come to Australia with you on this visa. Department of Home Affairs will let you know when you need to provide the assurance of support. Learn more about assurances of support on the Department of Home Affairs website.

Balance-of-Family Test

You must meet the balance-of-family test. Learn more about the balance-of-family test and see examples of how it is applied on the Department of Home Affairs website.