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Bring your parents from Sri Lanka to Australia
Permanent Parent Visa Australia Consultants
Want your parents to live with you in Australia permanently? Our parent visa consultants help Sri Lankan families compare every option, from the faster Contributory Parent visa to temporary stays, and prepare a complete application with our own registered migration agent.
Speak to an advisor: +94 74 291 8914
Which parent visa suits your family?
Tell us where your children live and your parents' ages. A migration advisor will call you within one working day with your best options.
Your details are used only to contact you about parent visas. We never share them with third parties.
What Is a Permanent Parent Visa in Australia?
A permanent parent visa lets the parent of an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia permanently. Places are limited every year, so most parent visas involve a long queue.
Families can choose between contributory visas, which cost more but are processed sooner, and non contributory visas, which cost less but take much longer.
Parent Visa Australia Benefits
- Live in Australia permanently with your children and grandchildren
- Work and study in Australia
- Enrol in Medicare once you hold a permanent visa
- Travel in and out of Australia for 5 years from grant
- Apply for Australian citizenship once eligible
Not sure if your family passes the balance of family test? Get a free assessment.
Check my eligibilityParent Visa Australia Options Compared
Choosing the right visa is the most important decision. Each option has a different cost, waiting time and location rule.
Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143)
A permanent visa with a higher fee paid in two instalments. It has a much shorter queue than non contributory visas.
Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 173)
A 2 year temporary visa that lets you split the contribution and later apply for the permanent 143.
Parent visa (subclass 103)
A permanent visa with a much lower fee, but a very long queue that can take decades.
Aged Parent visa (subclass 804)
An onshore permanent visa for parents of Australian pension age who are in Australia when they apply. It also has a very long queue.
Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864)
The onshore contributory version for parents of pension age, with a shorter queue than the 804.
Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 870)
A temporary visa for stays of 3 or 5 years, with no balance of family test. It does not lead to permanent residence by itself.
Permanent Parent Visa Requirements
- Your child is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen
- Your child is settled, which usually means living lawfully in Australia for at least 2 years
- You meet the balance of family test
- An Assurance of Support is provided for permanent parent visas
- You meet health and character requirements
- You have no unpaid debts to the Australian Government
Balance of Family Test Explained
To pass, at least half of your children must live permanently in Australia, or more of your children must live permanently in Australia than in any other single country.
For example, if you have two children and one lives permanently in Australia while the other lives in Sri Lanka, you usually pass. We check your family carefully, including stepchildren, before you apply.
Get a clear answer on your family's eligibility before you pay any fee.
Check my familyParent Visa Australia Cost in 2026
Contributory visas cost far more but are processed sooner. These are the main Home Affairs charges from 1 July 2026 for one applicant.
| Visa or cost | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Contributory Parent visa (143), total | From AUD 49,900 | Paid in two instalments |
| Second instalment for contributory visas | AUD 43,600 per applicant | Paid only when the visa is ready to be granted |
| Aged Parent visa (804) | From AUD 8,665 | Non contributory, much longer wait |
| Assurance of Support bond | AUD 10,000, plus AUD 4,000 for a second parent | Refundable after 10 years, less any debts |
| Health checks and police certificates | Varies | Paid when requested |
Charges for other parent visas and for additional family members vary. We give your family a full written cost plan during your free assessment.
Parent Visa Processing Time and Backlog
Parent visas are capped and queued, so waiting times are long. At the time of writing, Home Affairs estimates about 15 years for new Contributory Parent visa applications and about 33 years for non contributory Parent and Aged Parent visas.
Waiting times change with each year's planning levels, so we check the current Home Affairs estimate for your family.
Assurance of Support Explained
An Assurance of Support is a promise, usually from the sponsoring child, to support the parent financially so they do not rely on government payments. It is assessed by Services Australia and usually includes a refundable bond.
The assurer must meet an income test. We help you prepare this so it does not delay the grant.
Why Use Parent Visa Consultants?
Parent visas involve large sums of money and many years of waiting. These are the real problems families face, and where a registered migration agent helps most.
Choosing the wrong visa
Picking a visa your parents cannot realistically wait for, or cannot afford, wastes years. We compare every option for your family.
Failing the balance of family test
Families with children in several countries can fail the test without realising it.
Health and age concerns
Older parents may face health requirements that affect timing. Planning early helps.
Keeping parents close while waiting
A temporary 870 or a visitor visa can help parents spend time in Australia during the long wait.
How Our Parent Visa Agents Help
As permanent parent visa Australia consultants with our own registered migration agent, an office in Australia and an office in Sri Lanka, we support both the sponsoring child and the parents.
Option comparison
We compare the 143, 173, 103, 804, 864 and 870 for your family's budget, ages and plans.
Balance of family check
We confirm whether your family passes the test before you pay any fee.
Sponsor and assurance planning
We check the sponsor's eligibility and prepare for the Assurance of Support.
Application lodgement
We prepare and lodge the application with every document checked.
Queue and updates
We keep track of queue releases and tell you when action is needed.
Second instalment and grant
We guide you through health checks, the second instalment and the grant.
What you get in your free assessment
- A comparison of parent visa options for your family
- A balance of family test check
- A realistic view of costs and waiting times
- Options to keep your parents close while waiting
- A clear written quote for our help
Our promise to you
- Advice from our own registered migration agent
- A written fee quote with no hidden charges
- One dedicated advisor for your whole family
- No false promises about queue times
- Your family's documents kept private and secure
What happens after you fill in the form
Book my free assessmentHow to Apply for a Parent Visa From Sri Lanka
Free assessment
We compare options and check the balance of family test and sponsor eligibility.
Prepare documents
Parents and the sponsoring child gather identity, relationship and family documents.
Lodge the application
The application is lodged and the first instalment is paid.
Wait in the queue
Applications are processed in order, based on planning levels.
Health and character checks
When your application is reached, you complete medicals and police certificates.
Assurance of Support
The sponsor lodges the Assurance of Support and bond with Services Australia.
Second instalment and grant
For contributory visas, you pay the second instalment and the visa is granted.
Parent visas take years. Starting with the right option saves your family time and money.
Get my free planCommon Problems to Avoid
- Applying without checking how many children live in Australia
- Sponsors who are not yet settled in Australia
- An assurer who cannot meet the income test
- Missing police certificates or medicals when requested
- Not planning for the second instalment
Lessons From Sri Lankan Families
- Many families choose a contributory visa so parents can settle sooner
- Using a temporary 870 or visitor visa keeps families together during the wait
- Saving early for the second instalment avoids pressure at grant time
- Checking the balance of family test first prevents costly mistakes
Want your parents to visit first? See our Australia visit visa support. Explore other family visas, such as the partner visa 309.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the best parent visa consultant?
Choose parent visa consultants who work with a registered migration agent you can check on the official register, compare every option honestly and explain fees in writing. Avoid anyone who promises fast queue times.
What is the best parent visa for Australia?
It depends on your budget and how long your parents can wait. The Contributory Parent visa costs more but is processed sooner, while non contributory visas cost less but take much longer.
How much does a parent visa cost in Australia?
From 1 July 2026, the Contributory Parent visa costs from AUD 49,900 for one applicant, paid in two instalments. The Aged Parent visa 804 costs from AUD 8,665. An Assurance of Support bond is also usually required.
How long does a parent visa take?
At the time of writing, Home Affairs estimates about 15 years for new contributory applications and about 33 years for non contributory applications.
What is the balance of family test?
At least half of your children must live permanently in Australia, or more of your children must live in Australia than in any other single country.
Is there an age limit for a parent visa?
Most parent visas have no upper age limit. Aged Parent visas require the parent to be of Australian pension age.
Can parents work on a parent visa?
Yes. Parents with a permanent parent visa can work and study in Australia.
What is the Assurance of Support bond?
It is a refundable bond, usually AUD 10,000 for one parent and AUD 4,000 for a second parent, held for 10 years and returned less any debts owed to the government.
What is the 10 year parent visa?
The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa 870 allows stays of 3 or 5 years at a time, and parents can generally stay up to 10 years in total through further visas.
Can I apply for a parent visa without the balance of family test?
The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa 870 does not have a balance of family test, but it is temporary and does not lead to permanent residence by itself.
Can my parents apply from inside Australia?
Some parent visas, such as the Aged Parent 804 and Contributory Aged Parent 864, are applied for in Australia. Others can be applied for from Sri Lanka.
Do parents get a bridging visa while waiting?
Parents who apply for an onshore visa in Australia may receive a bridging visa, which lets them stay while waiting. Conditions apply, so we check them for you.
Can both my parents be included?
Yes. A partner can be included, and each applicant pays a charge. For contributory visas, the second instalment is charged per applicant.
Is the second instalment refundable?
The second instalment is only asked for when the visa is ready to be granted, and it is generally not refunded once paid.
Where are your offices?
We have an office in Australia for sponsoring children and our Sri Lanka office at 36/3/2 Pavilian Building, Gamini Mawatha, Galle, for parents. We also offer online consultations.
Bring Your Parents to Australia
Talk to our permanent parent visa Australia consultants. We will compare every option, check the balance of family test and plan your family's application with our own registered migration agent. Your first assessment is free.
