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.
Main requirements
- 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.
Your journey, step by step
From the first enquiry to the decision and after, with how a registered migration agent helps at each step. No step promises an outcome.
- First enquiry
You tell us your current visa, where you are, your family and any past refusals or cancellations.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent identifies your current visa, its conditions and expiry, and any early risk. - Honest options
Compare queue times and costs with contributory options.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent explains the queue and bridging visa realities. - Service agreement
Before any personal advice or preparation, you receive a written service agreement and the OMARA Consumer Guide.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent sets out the work, the fee and the refund policy in writing. No money is taken for visa work before the agreement is signed. - Evidence and lodgement
Balance of family evidence; lodge online.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent lodges a complete application. - Bridging visa and queue
Stay on a bridging visa while queued.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent manages bridging and travel. - Final processing and grant
Health, police, Assurance of Support and second instalment; permanent residence.
How a registered migration agent helpsA registered migration agent coordinates the final steps.
Government charges from 1 July 2026
Paid to the Department of Home Affairs, not to us.
| Applicant or item | Charge (A$) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Check every charge in the Home Affairs Visa Pricing Estimator.
Processing times
Home Affairs parent visa queue release dates, as at 31 August 2026. Read 22 October 2026. A guide only, not a promise.
| Estimated time for new applications | 50% in about 42 years, 90% in not published |
|---|
Common refusal reasons
- Balance of family test not met.
- Health or character.
- Condition 8503 not waived.
Document checklist
Tick items as you gather them. Your ticks stay on this device only.
- Parent
- Children
Recent and upcoming changes
No recent changes are listed for this visa. Check the Home Affairs page for the latest information.
Talk it through before you apply.
The first 15 minutes are free and general. Personal advice starts after a written service agreement.
Information checked 22 October 2026. General information only, not advice for your situation. Rules and charges change; check the official sources before you act.