New Parent Visa Application Rules Updated

Home Affairs has released updated arrangements for parent visa applications, replacing the previous rules from 2018. This legislative instrument sets out the formal procedures and requirements for submitting parent visa applications to the Department of Home Affairs.

The update covers six types of parent visas: Parent (Migrant), Aged Parent (Residence), Contributory Parent (Migrant), Contributory Aged Parent (Residence), Contributory Parent (Temporary), and Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary). The instrument specifies where, how, and in what form these applications must be submitted.

If you're planning to apply for a parent visa, you should check the specific requirements outlined in Schedule 1 of this instrument, which details the correct application methods and forms. Applications that were posted or delivered by courier before this instrument came into effect on 17 April 2026 follow different transitional arrangements.

For complete details on how to submit your parent visa application correctly, visit the Department of Home Affairs website or contact them directly. Do not rely solely on this summary for your application.