Aged Parent Visa Subclass 804 Australia
Stay in Australia permanently with your children and enjoy your retirement together.
Live in Australia With Your Family
The Aged Parent Visa – Subclass 804 allows parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens who are already in Australia to remain in the country permanently.
This visa is specifically designed for parents who have reached Australian pension age and wish to spend their later years with their family in Australia.
At Affinity Migration, our registered migration agents guide you through the entire process, including bridging visa B arrangements if you need to travel during processing, we do our best to show sympathy, precision and transparency.
Why Choose Affinity Migration
Applying for an aged parent visa requires care, patience and accurate documentation.
Our team understands the emotional and administrative complexity involved and ensures every detail is managed correctly.
- Registered migration agents specialising in aged parent and family visas.
- Comprehensive support from initial eligibility review to visa grant.
- Bridging visa B assistance to help you travel lawfully during processing.
- Clear communication with sponsors and applicants.
- Trusted guidance for long processing times and queue management.
About the Parent Visa Subclass 804
The Aged Parent Visa 804 grants permanent residency to older parents already in Australia who meet the age and balance-of-family requirements.
Applicants are granted a bridging visa allowing them to remain in Australia while the application is processed.
Key benefits:
- Permanent residency in Australia
- Full work and study rights
- Access to Medicare and social services
- Include eligible partner and dependant children
- Pathway to Australian citizenship
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for a Visa Subclass 804, you must:
- Be inside Australia at both application and decision time
- Have a child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible NZ citizen settled in Australia
- Meet the Australian age-pension requirement
- Satisfy the balance-of-family test
- Be sponsored by your child or their partner
- Meet all health and character requirements
Affinity Migration will prepare your application accurately to avoid delays and guide you on bridging visa entitlements and travel conditions.
Our Step-by-Step Process
- Eligibility Assessment – We confirm your age and family eligibility.
- Sponsorship Preparation – We assist your child in becoming an approved sponsor.
- Visa Application Lodgement – We prepare and submit your Subclass 804 application.
- Bridging Visa Support – We manage your bridging visa A or B so you can stay lawfully in Australia.
- Monitoring and Updates – We track queue progress and liaise with the Department.
Processing Times and Considerations
The Aged Parent Visa 804 has a long processing queue, often more than 10 years.
Applicants usually remain in Australia on a bridging visa while waiting.
Affinity Migration provides long-term support and strategic guidance throughout the waiting period.
FAQs: Aged Parent Visa Subclass 804 Australia
Yes, you can apply for a Bridging Visa B to travel overseas temporarily.
It can take over a decade due to limited places each year.
Yes, you must be old enough to qualify for the Australian Age Pension.
Yes, you generally have full work and study rights while waiting for a decision.
Yes, you can include your spouse or de facto partner and eligible dependants.
Stay Close to Your Loved Ones
If you’re an older parent wanting to stay in Australia with your family, the Aged Parent Visa Subclass 804 is your pathway to permanent residency.
Let Affinity Migration help you navigate the process confidently and compassionately.