There are many options for applying for an Australian visa for your parents, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Here is a comparison of 6 common options:
| Options | advantage | shortcoming |
|---|---|---|
| 103/804 Parents Australian Immigration Visa | Official PR after approval | There is a guarantee requirement and it takes a long time (currently 12-20 years). 804 is relatively faster but requires retirement age and needs to meet the child balance test. |
| 143/864 Contributory Parent Australian Immigration Visa | Official PR after approval | Expensive, requires guarantee, long time (currently 6-12 years), 864 is relatively fast but requires retirement age, needs to meet the child balance test |
| 870 Long-term visa | Approval is usually quicker, up to 3 or 5 years, up to 10 years, free travel without restrictions, children and their spouses can be sponsored | Cannot work, cannot apply for 103, 143 while holding, requires guarantor to have PR for 4 years and annual income of 83,500+ |
| 600 Tourist Visa (Ordinary Tourist Visa) | PR parents usually have a smoother process (but improper preparation may also result in visa rejection), the cost is not high, no guarantee is required, and Chinese citizens may apply for multiple visas in 10 years | Inability to work, usually for no more than 3 months at a time |
| 600 Tourist Visa (Long-term Multiple Entry) | 18 months, 3 or 5 years, with a single stay of up to 12 months | Unable to work, need commercial medical insurance |
| 600 Tourist Visa (Family Sponsored) | Applicable to other applicants who have difficulty applying or have a history of visa rejection. Guarantee may increase credibility but is not absolute. Children or relatives can guarantee. PR usually requires 2 years. | Unable to work, usually no more than 3 months at a time, usually difficult to renew in-country due to 8503 conditions |
Selection suggestion:
- If the parents wish to obtain permanent residency and their financial conditions allow, 103/804 Parent Immigrant Visa or 143/864 Contributory Parent Immigrant Visa is the best choice.
- If your parents want to visit their relatives for a long time or immigrate after retirement,870 Long-term visa It is a good choice.
- If parents are only visiting for a short period of time,600 Tourist Visa (Ordinary Tourist Visa) It is the simplest and most convenient option.
The specific visa you choose needs to be considered based on your parents’ personal circumstances, financial situation, and immigration goals. It is recommended that you consult a professional immigration consultant for personalized advice.
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