Most parent visa applicants face a long wait.
It can take anywhere between 2 and 30 years to be approved for a parent visa in Australia.
There are two main parent visa categories: non-contributory and contributory.
Settlement Guide: parent visas cost time and money
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Obtaining a parent visa in Australia can be a long and costly exercise. Over 40 thousand parents are currently on a 30-year-long waiting list for permanent residency. It is little wonder many families are opting to jump the queue by paying a higher price.
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