Introduction
The Australian Government has released Migration Instrument 2025 to determine the Parent Visa quota for the 2024-2025 financial year (01 July 2024 – 30 June 2025). The number of available visas being granted varies depending on the visa subclass. If you are considering applying for a Parent Visa, it is important to understand the available options and the visa allocation limits for this period.
What is a Parent Visa?
Contributory Parent Visa Class
- Contributory Parent (Migrant) (Class CA) visa (item 1130)
- Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) (Class DG) visa (item 1130A)
- Contributory Parent (Temporary) (Class UT) visa (item 1221)
- Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) (Class UU) visa (item 1221A)
Parent Visa Class
- Parent (Migrant) (Class AX) visa (item 1124)
- Aged Parent (Residence) (Class BP) visa (item 1124A)
Other Family Visa Class
- Other Family (Migrant) (Class BO) visa (item 1123A)
- Other Family (Residence) (Class BU) visa (item 1123B)
Maximum Visa Allocations for 2024-2025
Contributory Parent Visas
- A maximum of 6,800 Contributory Parent Visas may be granted between 01 July 2024 – 30 June 2025.
- Out of these, 112 visas are allocated to Subclass 143 applicants applying through the Retiree Pathway.
Parent Visas
- A maximum of 1,700 Parent Visas may be granted between 01 July 2024 – 30 June 2025.
- Out of these, 112 visas are allocated to Subclass 143 applicants applying through the Retiree Pathway.
Other Family Visas
- A maximum of 500 Other Family Visas may be granted between 01 July 2024 – 30 June 2025.
Conclusion
With a limited number of Parent Visas available each year, it is important to apply early and choose the right subclass based on eligibility and processing times.
To better understand which Parent visa suits your circumstances, contact SOL Migration for expert guidance and a smooth application process.