Parent Visa Program Entitlements

What does a parent visa entitle me to?

If your application for a parent visa is successful, you will be granted permanent residency in Australia. However, if you apply for the contributory parent visa and you wish to pay your health charge in instalments, you will be granted a two-year temporary visa, which will lead to permanent residency once you make the final health payment.

As a permanent resident, you have the right to live in Australia indefinitely. You will have full working rights and you will be entitled to public healthcare, administered through a Government scheme called Medicare. However, there is a waiting period before you are entitled to claim social security payments, including sickness and unemployment benefits.

Generally, permanent residents can work for any employer in any occupation. However, employment in the Australian Public Service or Defence Force is usually restricted to Australian citizens.

After living in Australia for at least two years as a permanent resident, you may decide to apply for Australian citizenship, or you can continue to retain your current citizenship. As an Australian citizen, you can vote in Federal, State or local government elections or stand for election as a candidate in these elections.

Do you qualify for a Parent Visa?

Determine your eligibility under the Parent Migration Program in just a few minutes and begin the Visa Application Process to Australia.