Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870) Reunite with Your Loved Ones in Australia

Subclass 870 Visa Overview

At **Maison Migration Services**, we guide parents through the application for the **Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (subclass 870)**, which allows parents to visit their children living in Australia. This visa is a great option for an extended, worry-free visit.

Key Benefits

**Extended Stay:** Stay in Australia for up to 5 years per grant (maximum of 10 years total).
**Multiple Entries:** Freely leave and re-enter Australia during the visa validity period.

**No Balance of Family Test:** Unlike permanent parent visas, this temporary visa has no ‘Balance of Family’ test.
**Efficient Process:** Generally much shorter processing times than permanent parent visa options.

🔗 For more details, visit the official page: Sponsored Parent Visa (subclass 870)

Eligibility Criteria for Parents & Sponsors

The Subclass 870 visa is a two-step process: the **Sponsorship Application** must be approved first, followed by the **Visa Application**.

Sponsor Requirements

**Status:** Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Eligible New Zealand Citizen.
**Income Test:** Must meet a minimum **household taxable income** threshold (currently **AUD $83,454.80**).
**Residency:** Must have been lawfully resident in Australia for at least **4 years**.
**Obligations:** Must agree to provide financial and housing support, and cover any public health debts.

Parent Applicant Requirements

**Relationship:** Must be the biological, adoptive, or step-parent of the sponsor.
**Age:** Must be **at least 18 years old** (there is no upper age limit).
**Checks:** Must meet **health and character** requirements (including police certificates).
**Insurance:** Must hold **adequate health insurance** for the entire stay.

Visa Costs and Processing Times

Visa Application Charges (AUD)

The visa fee is payable in **two instalments**: a first instalment at lodgement and a second prior to visa grant.

Visa Duration	Total Visa Fee (per parent)	First Instalment (at lodgement)	Second Instalment (prior to grant)
Up to 3 Years	AUD 5,895	AUD 1,180	AUD 4,715
Up to 5 Years	AUD 11,785	AUD 1,180	AUD 10,605
Sponsorship Application Fee	AUD 420	Payable at time of lodgement	N/A

Current Processing Estimates

One of the key advantages of the Subclass 870 is its relatively quicker processing time compared to permanent Parent visas (which can take decades).

**Sponsorship Application:** Typically **2 – 5 months**.
**Visa Application:** Typically **3 – 7 months**.

These are estimates and subject to change based on application volume and complexity.
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Why Trust Maison Migration Services?

Reuniting with family shouldn’t be stressful. We ensure a smooth, professional, and successful application process.

Expert Guidance

**MARA-Registered Agents:** Personalized support from certified experts.
**Documentation Mastery:** Complete organization of all required documents, including complex financial evidence.

Transparent & Streamlined

**Transparent Fees:** Detailed cost breakdown with no hidden charges.
**High Success Rate:** Proven track record of successful Subclass 870 applications.

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