PR Options After SC870 Parent Visa - What are the Next Steps?

For many parents wanting to join their children in Australia, the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870) provides a valuable opportunity to enjoy extended visits with family. However, this visa does not grant permanent residency (PR), which leaves parents who wish to stay pondering their next steps.

What is a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870)?

The Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870) visa allows parents to live temporarily in Australia for 3 years or 5 years without working rights. However, it comes with renewal rights, allowing for a total of 10 years’ stay on this SC870 visa. Transitioning to PR may be the pathway for those seeking a longer-term solution.

What are the PR pathways after the SC870 Visa?

Generally, SC870 holders are not eligible to apply for the typical PR visas such as the Parent Visa (Subclass 103), Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143) and Aged Parent visa (subclass 804), unless they wait until their SC870 visa expires. However, there may be other visa options for you to continue to stay in Australia with your family, if you meet the eligibility criteria, such as and not limited to:

Although there is no direct pathway to PR for SC870 holders, parents should plan accordingly. Consider consulting with an immigration lawyer before applying for any parent visa; this will assist in planning for the long term and meeting the visa goal for PR.

How Can Agape Henry Crux Help

If you are unsure about the PR pathway for your parents who are SC870 holders, speaking with an immigration lawyer at Agape Henry Crux may be beneficial. Our team of immigration lawyers works together with 2 of our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law, who specialise in handling highly complex matters. You can book a consultation with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.

We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If this isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.

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