Subclass 820/801
Partner Visa (Apply in Australia)
Temporary and permanent partner visa for applicants in Australia.
Learn morePartner · Parent · Child · Relative visas
Family Visas Australia
Reunite with the people who matter most. Partner, parent, child and other family visas for families in Australia and overseas, with honest advice from a MARA registered migration agent.
Family visas24 options
Partner visa costFrom AUD11,710
Sponsored Parent visa3 or 5 years
Expert helpMARA registered
Find the Right Family Visa
24 family visas in four groups. Every visa on this list is currently open on the Home Affairs website.
Partner Visas
For spouses, de facto partners and fiancés
Subclass 309/100
Partner Visa (Apply Outside Australia)
Temporary and permanent partner visa for applicants overseas.
Learn moreSubclass 300
Prospective Marriage Visa
Come to Australia to marry your fiancé, then apply for a partner visa.
Learn moreParent Visas
Bring your parents to Australia
Subclass 103
Parent Visa
Permanent parent visa with a lower cost and a long queue.
Learn moreSubclass 804
Aged Parent Visa
Permanent visa for parents of pension age in Australia.
Learn moreSubclass 143
Contributory Parent Visa
Permanent parent visa with faster processing and a higher cost.
Learn moreSubclass 173
Contributory Parent (Temporary) Visa
2-year visa that leads to the 143, splitting the cost.
Learn moreSubclass 864
Contributory Aged Parent Visa
Permanent visa for aged parents with a higher contribution.
Learn moreSubclass 884
Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) Visa
2-year visa for aged parents that leads to the 864.
Learn moreSubclass 870
Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa
Visit for 3 or 5 years at a time, up to 10 years in total.
Learn moreChild Visas
For children, adopted children and orphaned relatives
Subclass 101
Child Visa (Outside Australia)
Permanent visa for a child overseas to join their parent.
Learn moreSubclass 802
Child Visa (In Australia)
Permanent visa for a child in Australia to stay with their parent.
Learn moreSubclass 102
Adoption Visa
For children adopted outside Australia by an Australian parent.
Learn moreSubclass 445
Dependent Child Visa
Temporary visa while a parent's partner visa is processed.
Learn moreSubclass 117
Orphan Relative Visa (Outside Australia)
For a single child overseas with no parent to care for them.
Learn moreSubclass 837
Orphan Relative Visa (In Australia)
For a single child in Australia with no parent to care for them.
Learn moreOther Family Visas
Relatives, carers and New Zealand families
Subclass 115
Remaining Relative Visa (Outside Australia)
For people whose only close family live in Australia.
Learn moreSubclass 835
Remaining Relative Visa (In Australia)
For remaining relatives already in Australia.
Learn moreSubclass 116
Carer Visa (Outside Australia)
Move to Australia to care for a relative with a long-term condition.
Learn moreSubclass 836
Carer Visa (In Australia)
Stay in Australia to care for a relative with a long-term condition.
Learn moreSubclass 114
Aged Dependent Relative Visa (Outside Australia)
For a single older relative who depends on family in Australia.
Learn moreSubclass 838
Aged Dependent Relative Visa (In Australia)
For a dependent older relative already in Australia.
Learn moreSubclass 461
New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship Visa
5-year visa for non-NZ family members of New Zealand citizens.
Learn moreParent Visa Costs Compared
The most searched family question: how much does it cost to bring parents to Australia?
| Visa | Type | Stay | Visa cost (single applicant) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parent (103) | Permanent | Permanent | From AUD8,665 |
| Aged Parent (804) | Permanent | Permanent | From AUD8,665 |
| Contributory Parent (143) | Permanent | Permanent | From AUD49,900 |
| Contributory Parent Temporary (173) | Temporary | 2 years | From AUD33,375 |
| Contributory Aged Parent (864) | Permanent | Permanent | From AUD49,900 |
| Contributory Aged Parent Temporary (884) | Temporary | 2 years | From AUD35,430 |
| Sponsored Parent Temporary (870) | Temporary | 3 or 5 years | AUD6,370 (3 yrs) or AUD12,440 (5 yrs) |
Parent visa costs are paid over 2 instalments, except the 870. Concessions apply in limited circumstances.
Family Visa FAQs
Straight answers to the questions we hear most.
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Through a Partner visa: the 820/801 if your partner is in Australia, or the 309/100 if they are overseas. A Prospective Marriage visa (300) suits engaged couples.
For a long stay, the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa (870) allows 3 or 5 years per visa. For permanent residence, contributory parent visas are generally processed faster than non-contributory ones, but cost more.
From AUD11,710 for most applicants, or from AUD1,955 for Prospective Marriage visa holders applying for the onshore partner visa.
Yes. The Child visa (101 outside Australia, 802 in Australia) lets dependent children live with their Australian parent permanently.
Yes. They remain open on the Home Affairs website, but places are limited and processing can take a long time.
Almost all family visas need a sponsor, usually the family member who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
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