Parent Visa (Subclass 103) Australian Migration Lawyers
- Experienced guidance for your Parent Visa (Subclass 103).
- Secure permanent residency to join family in Australia.
- Navigate complex eligibility & "Balance of Family" tests.
- Strategic assistance for your long-term parent visa.
Daniel Moya
Founder of Moya Migration Law
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Our Services for Your Parent Visa (Subclass 103)
Subclass 103 Eligibility & Sponsor Assessment
We assess eligibility for the parent applicant (e.g., balance of family test) and the sponsor (child’s status, support obligations).
Application & Document Preparation
Our lawyers assist in meticulously preparing your Subclass 103 visa application, ensuring all required personal, financial, and character documents are compiled.
Assurance of Support & Health Guidance
We provide guidance on obtaining the “Assurance of Support” and meeting the strict health and character requirements for this permanent visa.
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What is the Parent Visa (Subclass 103)?
The Parent Visa (Subclass 103) is a permanent visa designed to allow parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to move to Australia and live indefinitely with their families.
Successful applicants gain permanent residency, enabling them to work, study, access Medicare, sponsor other eligible family members, and eventually apply for Australian citizenship if desired. It’s a pathway to long-term family reunification in Australia.
Timelines & Key Tests for Parent Visa 103
The Parent Visa (Subclass 103) offers permanent residency, but demand heavily outstrips available places, leading to very lengthy processing times, potentially many years. Ensuring your application is meticulously prepared from the start is crucial to avoid further delays.
Key eligibility hurdles include the “Balance of Family Test” (assessing family ties to Australia vs. overseas) and securing an “Assurance of Support.” Navigating these complex requirements and managing the long wait often benefits significantly from experienced legal guidance.
Why Choose Moya Migration Law for Your Parent Visa (Subclass 103)?
The Parent Visa (Subclass 103) offers a path to permanent residency but involves complex criteria and very long processing times. Moya Migration Law provides experienced legal guidance, a client-focused approach, and meticulous preparation to navigate this challenging application and reunite your family in Australia.
Experienced in Permanent Parent Visas
Our lawyers have a deep understanding of Subclass 103 criteria, including the Balance of Family test, sponsorship, and Assurance of Support requirements.
Client-Focused & Clear Communication
We provide personalised service, clearly explaining each stage of the lengthy Subclass 103 application process in plain English to keep you fully informed.
Meticulous Application & Document Support
We assist in preparing a high-quality, complete Subclass 103 application, ensuring all documentary evidence meets Department standards to avoid further delays.
In-Depth Parent Migration Law Knowledge
Our thorough understanding of the Migration Act and specific permanent parent visa regulations ensures your Subclass 103 application is experiencedly managed.
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Our 5-Step Parent Visa (Subclass 103) Application Process
Securing a Parent Visa (Subclass 103) is a significant journey towards permanent residency. Moya Migration Law offers a structured approach, providing experienced guidance for both sponsors and parents to navigate complex requirements and lengthy queues effectively.
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Initial Consultation & Eligibility Deep-Dive
We assess detailed eligibility for both the parent (Balance of Family Test, health, character) and the sponsor (settled status, support capacity).
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Strategic Application & Document Preparation
Our team meticulously prepares your Subclass 103 application, assisting in gathering all crucial personal, financial, and relationship evidence.
3
Assurance of Support & Final Checks
We guide sponsors through the Assurance of Support process and conduct final comprehensive checks of the entire application before lodgement.
4
Application Lodgement & Queue Management
We lodge your complete application with the Department. Given the capping and queueing, we help manage expectations and respond to any initial queries.
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Navigating to Visa Grant & Permanent Residency
We provide ongoing support during the long processing period, manage final requests (e.g., health updates, second VAC), and guide you to visa grant.
Principal Lawyer Daniel Moya
Meet Daniel Moya, Your Parent Visa Lawyer
Moya Migration Law is led by Principal Lawyer Daniel Moya, who personally guides families through the complex Parent Visa (Subclass 103) application process. With over two decades in Australian migration law since 2002, Daniel offers experienced advice for these significant permanent residency applications.
Daniel is committed to providing clear, practical solutions and meticulous application support for parents and their sponsors. He understands the importance of family reunification and offers dedicated assistance. Daniel also provides legal services in Spanish.
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Sponsor Duties & Ensuring a Valid Application
For the Subclass 103 visa, the sponsoring child (or other eligible sponsor) must be settled in Australia and agree to provide support, housing, and financial help for the parent’s first two years. Any previous visa cancellations or refusals for the parent can also impact eligibility.
It’s vital that all information provided by both the sponsor and the parent is accurate and complete. Errors or omissions in demonstrating eligibility or fulfilling sponsorship obligations can jeopardise the entire application, underscoring the need for careful preparation.
Key Eligibility for the Subclass 103 Visa Applicant
Parents applying for the Subclass 103 visa must be sponsored by an eligible child (or other approved sponsor) and meet strict health and character requirements. Crucially, they cannot have already applied for or hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Subclass 870 visa when applying for this permanent option.
Applicants must also satisfy the “Balance of Family Test,” ensuring at least half their children are eligible children in Australia, or more live here than in any other single country. Meeting all these criteria requires thorough documentation.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Parent Visa (Subclass 103)
What is a Parent Visa (Subclass 103)?
The Subclass 103 visa is a permanent visa that allows parents of settled Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to move to and live in Australia indefinitely.
What are the main benefits of the Subclass 103 visa?
This visa grants permanent residency, allowing you to work and study in Australia, enrol in Medicare, sponsor eligible family members, travel for 5 years, and potentially apply for Australian citizenship.
What is the "Balance of Family Test" for this visa?
The Balance of Family Test requires that at least half of your children (including step-children) are eligible children living permanently in Australia, or that more eligible children live in Australia than in any other single country.
Who can sponsor a parent for the Subclass 103 visa?
Usually, an eligible child who is an adult, settled Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen sponsors their parent. In some cases, other relatives or community organisations may sponsor if the child is under 18.
What is an "Assurance of Support"?
An Assurance of Support (AoS) is a legal commitment by someone (usually the sponsor) to provide financial support to the visa applicant for their first two years in Australia, ensuring they don’t rely on government assistance.
How long does the Parent Visa (Subclass 103) take to process?
Processing times are very lengthy, potentially up to 25-30 years or more, due to high demand and annual caps on the number of visas granted.
What are the main costs for a Subclass 103 visa?
The visa application charge is paid in two instalments (currently from AUD $7,190 total). Other costs include health checks, police certificates, and potentially a bond for the Assurance of Support.
Can I apply for the Subclass 103 visa if I'm in Australia?
You can be in or outside Australia when applying. However, if you apply onshore, you generally won’t be granted a bridging visa to remain in Australia during the long processing period.
Can I apply for a Subclass 103 visa if I've applied for/hold a Subclass 870 visa?
No, you cannot apply for a Parent Visa (Subclass 103) if you have already applied for or currently hold a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (Subclass 870) visa.
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