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Sponsored Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 870)
Who it's for: For a parent of an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen who wants to visit Australia for a longer stay.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 1 Nov 2026
We have the official link for this visa type. Quoted requirements are not recorded yet.
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