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The 103 visa (Parent Visa Subclass 103) allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to migrate permanently to Australia. This visa is ideal for families seeking long-term reunification without paying the higher costs associated with contributory parent visas.
While the processing time is longer, this visa provides a more affordable path to Australian permanent residency.
The Subclass 103 Parent Visa is a permanent visa that enables parents to:
Due to high demand, this visa is subject to a lengthy queue. However, for families planning well in advance, it remains a popular option.
To apply for the 103 visa, you must:
💡 You can be inside or outside Australia at the time of application—but you must be outside Australia when the visa is granted.
The 103 visa processing time can be extensive—often taking over 10 years due to the limited number of places in the migration program.
Therefore, some families explore temporary alternatives (such as the 870 visa) while waiting. We can help you develop the right strategy.
The current Department of Home Affairs charges for the 103 visa are over AUD $7,100 payable in two instalments. Additional fees may apply for health checks, police certificates, and translation of documents.
At Jade Immigration Lawyers, we specialise in long-term family migration. We provide:
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Find answers to common questions about our Parent Visa Australia services and processes. If you need further assistance, please contact us.
The 103 visa is subject to a long queue and can take 10 years or more to process due to limited migration program places.
Yes, you may apply onshore, but you must be outside Australia at the time the visa is granted.
This test requires that at least half of your children live permanently in Australia, or more children live in Australia than in any other single country.
If you’re granted a bridging visa (after onshore application), your work rights will depend on your visa conditions. Offshore applicants will not have work rights in Australia until the visa is granted.
No. The 103 visa is a non-contributory parent visa with a lower fee and longer processing time. Contributory parent visas (e.g. 143 or 864) are faster but more expensive.