Sponsored Parent Visa (Subclass 870)

Sponsored Parent Visa (Subclass 870) – Long-Term Visits Without Leaving Your Roots

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Bring Your Parents to Australia Without Permanent Migration

The Sponsored Parent Visa (Subclass 870) offers a flexible, long-stay option for parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens — without requiring permanent migration or passing the Balance of Family Test.
This temporary visa allows parents to live in Australia for up to 3 or 5 years, providing families with precious time together while maintaining ties to their home country.
At IME Advisors, we are Sydney’s go-to Subclass 870 Visa Consultants, helping you reunite with your loved ones quickly and legally — with no complex PR pathways or lengthy queues.

The ideal visa for families who want time, connection, and certainty — without waiting decades.

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What is the Subclass 870 Sponsored Parent Visa?

The Subclass 870 is a temporary sponsored visa that allows parents to stay in Australia for up to 5 years per visa, with a maximum cumulative stay of 10 years.

It does not lead to permanent residency, but it offers an excellent long-term visit solution for parents who:

Don’t meet the Balance of Family Test
Are not ready to migrate permanently
No Medicare access
Want a low-commitment, long-stay visa option

Key Features

✔ Stay for up to 3 or 5 years per grant
✔ No Balance of Family Test required
✔ Live with children or grandchildren in Australia
✔ Renew for a maximum of 10 years total
✔ No need to leave every 12 months like visitor visas
✔ Must have an approved sponsor before lodging visa

Your expert Subclass 870 Advisors in Sydney will handle both the sponsorship and visa stages.

Who Can Apply for a 870 Parent Visa?

To be eligible, the applicant must:

Be biological, adoptive, or step-parent of the sponsor
Be outside Australia when applying
Have an approved parent sponsor (valid for 6 years)
Provide evidence of adequate health insurance
Demonstrate genuine intent to visit temporarily

And the sponsor must

Be 18+ years old, and an Australian citizen/PR/eligible NZ citizen
Have lived in Australia for at least 4 years
Meet income threshold requirements
Clear character checks and agree to sponsorship obligations

870 Visa Duration Options

3-Year Visa: Lower visa application charge (~AUD $5,735)
5-Year Visa: Higher charge (~AUD $11,470)

Both options are renewable once, up to a maximum stay of 10 years in total.

Application Process: How IME Advisors Helps

Step 1: Parent Sponsorship Approval

We apply for the sponsor’s approval first — this must be granted before lodging the visa

Step 2: Health & Insurance Checks

We guide you through compliant insurance options and assist with health checks.

Step 3: Visa Lodgement (Offshore Only)

Once the sponsor is approved, we lodge the Subclass 870 visa while the parent is outside Australia.

Step 4: Visa Grant & Travel

After approval, the visa holder can travel and stay in Australia for the chosen period.

Our Sponsored Parent Visa Advisor firm in Sydney supports families from start to finish.

Benefits of the Subclass 870 Visa

✔ Live with your family for longer periods
✔ Avoid frequent exits and re-applications
✔ Stay up to 10 years total across multiple grants
✔ Maintain your home country residence
✔ Easier than applying for permanent parent visas

Is the 870 Visa Right for You?

This visa is ideal if:

You want to bring your parents sooner than PR timelines allow
You don’t meet Balance of Family Test or can’t afford contributory parent visas
You want your parents to spend quality time with grandkids without migrating

Still unsure? Our team of experienced Subclass 870 Consultants in Sydney will assess your family’s needs and recommend the best option.

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Contact Info

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→ Level 5/15 Moore St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia

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Whether you’re a skilled worker, student, partner, or business sponsor, we’ll help map out the most direct path to your migration success.

    Reconnect Without Borders – The 870 Visa Pathway

    The Subclass 870 Sponsored Parent Visa offers families the flexibility, time, and peace of mind to stay close — without the complexity of permanent migration. Let IME Advisors, your dedicated Subclass 870 Consultant in Sydney, handle the entire process.

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