Australian parent visas allow parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or
eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia either temporarily or permanently.
There are two main categories:

• Contributory Parent Visas (subclasses 143 & 173):
  ◦ Faster processing times but require higher application costs.
  ◦ Subclass 143 grants permanent residency.
  ◦ Subclass 173 is temporary and can be converted to permanent via
  subclass 143.
• Non-Contributory Parent Visas (subclasses 103 & 804):
  ◦ Lower costs but significantly longer processing times (up to 30 years).
  ◦ Subclass 103 is for parents applying offshore.
  ◦ Subclass 804 allows onshore applicants to remain in Australia on a
  bridging visa.
• Aged Parent Visas (subclasses 884 & 864):
  ◦ For parents old enough to receive an Australian age pension.
  ◦ Subclass 864 is permanent; subclass 884 is temporary and can transition
  to permanent.
  Applicants must meet the balance-of-family test (proving that at least half their
  children live in Australia) and health/character requirements. Bridging visas may
  apply for onshore applicants while their visa is processed.