Parent Visa Subclass 103 Australia
Reunite permanently with your children in Australia.
Live in Australia Permanently With Your Family
The Parent Visa – Subclass 103 allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to migrate to Australia permanently and live close to their family.
It’s a pathway for parents who wish to settle with their children and enjoy life in Australia long-term.
At Affinity Migration, our registered migration agents handle the entire process; from eligibility checks and sponsorship to document preparation and ongoing updates, we do our best to ensure every requirement is met with care and precision.
Why Choose Affinity Migration
Parent visas are detailed and time-sensitive applications that require accuracy and patience. Our experienced agents will support you and your family every step of the way.
- Registered migration agents specialising in family and parent visas
- Expert guidance through sponsorship, balance-of-family, and queue processes
- Thorough document preparation to reduce delays and refusals
- Regular communication with both sponsor and applicant
- Compassionate, family-focused service from start to finish
We simplify a complex process so you can focus on what truly matters, being together.
About the Subclass 103 Parent Visa
The Subclass 103 Parent Visa grants permanent residency to eligible parents applying from outside Australia.
It’s part of Australia’s family migration program and allows parents to live with their children permanently once approved.
Key benefits:
- Permanent residency for you and eligible family members
- Work and study rights in Australia
- Access to Medicare and social benefits
- Opportunity to apply for citizenship after residency requirements are met
- Freedom to travel in and out of Australia
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for a Visa Subclass 103, you must:
- Have a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible NZ citizen settled in Australia
- Satisfy the balance-of-family test (more than half of your children must live permanently in Australia, or you must have more children in Australia than in any other country)
- Be sponsored by your child or an approved sponsor
- Meet health and character requirements
- Be outside Australia when the visa is lodged and granted
Affinity Migration will confirm your eligibility and prepare your sponsorship documents correctly from the start.
Our Step-by-Step Process
- Eligibility Assessment – We review your family situation and balance-of-family criteria.
- Sponsorship Preparation – We assist your child in becoming an approved sponsor.
- Application Lodgement – We submit your Parent Visa 103 application to enter the queue.
- Queue and Updates – We monitor progress and manage communications with the Department.
- Visa Grant & Settlement – We support your arrival and post-visa transition to life in Australia.
Processing Times and Considerations
The Parent Visa Subclass 103 has a long waiting period due to limited annual places — often 10 to 15 years or more.
Many families apply for the Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143) as a faster alternative if eligible.
Affinity Migration can advise you on whether a 103 or 143 pathway is best for your situation and budget.
FAQs: Parent Visa Subclass 103 Australi
Yes, it provides permanent residency from the date it’s granted.
It can take over a decade due to high demand and limited visa places
No, you must be outside Australia when you apply and when the visa is granted.
Yes, you can include your spouse or partner and eligible dependent children.
Yes, the Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143) has shorter processing times but higher fees.
Reunite Your Family in Australia
If you’re ready to join your children and build a new life in Australia, the Parent Visa Subclass 103 is the pathway to permanent residency.
At Affinity Migration, we handle the details so you can focus on your family and your future.