Visa file / Partner and family visas
Aged Parent visa 804
For parents of Age Pension age applying in Australia. Queue estimated at about 42 years.
In force
Who it is for
Parents old enough for the Australian Age Pension, in Australia when applying, who meet the balance of family test.
Published eligibility
- Age Pension age; in Australia when applying, without condition 8503 unless waived.
- Balance of family test and a sponsor.
- Assurance of Support later in processing.
- Health and character.
Where you apply from
In Australia. A bridging visa is usually granted while you wait; you need a Bridging B to travel and return.
Related
From first enquiry to grant and after.
The usual steps, and where a registered migration agent can help at each one. Immi Worldwide gives general information and settlement support, never advice about your visa.
- 01
First enquiry
You tell the registered migration agent your current visa, where you are, your family and any past refusals or cancellations.
Where a registered migration agent can helpIdentifies your current visa, its conditions and expiry, and any early risk.
- 02
Honest options
Compare queue times and costs with contributory options.
Where a registered migration agent can helpExplains the queue and bridging visa realities.
- 03
Service agreement
Before any personal advice or preparation, you receive a written service agreement and the OMARA Consumer Guide.
Where a registered migration agent can helpSets out the work, the fee and the refund policy in writing. No money is taken for visa work before the agreement is signed.
- 04
Evidence and lodgement
Balance of family evidence; lodge online.
Where a registered migration agent can helpLodges a complete application.
- 05
Bridging visa and queue
Stay on a bridging visa while queued.
Where a registered migration agent can helpManages bridging and travel.
- 06
Final processing and grant
Health, police, Assurance of Support and second instalment; permanent residence.
Where a registered migration agent can helpCoordinates the final steps.
Charges and processing times.
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| First instalment, main applicant | A$6,600 |
| Family member 18 or over | A$3,300 |
| Family member under 18 | A$1,655 |
| Second instalment, each person | A$2,065 |
Source: Home Affairs Current visa pricing table, charges from 1 July 2026. Check the Visa Pricing Estimator before you rely on a figure.
| Stream | 50% decided within | 90% decided within |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated time for new applications | about 42 years | Not published |
Home Affairs parent visa queue release dates, as at 31 August 2026. Read 22 October 2026. Times change monthly and are not a promise. Global visa processing times.
Common refusal reasons
- Balance of family test not met.
- Health or character.
- Condition 8503 not waived.
Drawn from the published criteria and general practice experience. They are not Departmental statistics.
Document checklist
Parent
Children
A general list. The Department's own document checklist for your application is the one that counts. Ticks stay on this page only.
What changed, and what people ask.
No recent changes are listed for this visa. Check the Home Affairs page for the latest information.
Sources
Information checked 22 October 2026. General information only, not advice about your circumstances.
How any of these rules applies to a particular person, which visa to choose, and any application are immigration assistance, given only by a registered migration agent.
Immi Worldwide does not give immigration assistance. For advice about your own situation, Immi Worldwide can refer you to Sukh Sandhu, Registered Migration Agent, MARN 1384130, of The Immigration Worldwide Pty Ltd, or you can choose any registered migration agent.
The referral form opens with the box to pass your enquiry to the registered agent already ticked. Immi Worldwide does not charge for a referral.