# Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143) for applicants from India

The subclass 143 is permanent residence for parents of settled Australians who pay a high contributory charge in exchange for a shorter queue than the non-contributory parent visa. Even so, published waiting times run well over a decade.

Source: https://australiavisahub.com/visas/contributory-parent-143 · Updated 2026-10-08 · Australia Visa Hub, a brand of Pro Lifeset Overseas Private Limited, Patiala, India. WhatsApp +91 91155 80911, Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST.

## For Indian applicants
Indian families usually weigh three options: the 143 with its large second instalment and long wait, the 870 temporary sponsored parent visa for up to ten years without permanent residence, and long-stay visitor visas. The right choice depends on the sponsor's income, the parents' health and whether permanent residence truly matters.

## Eligibility
- Sponsor is a settled Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen child
- Balance of family test: at least half your children live permanently in Australia, or more live there than in any other country
- Assurance of Support from an Australian resident
- Health and character requirements

## Documents
- Birth certificates linking parents and sponsor
- Evidence of all children's residence for the balance of family test
- Sponsor's settlement evidence
- Assurance of Support acceptance

## Government fee (2026-27)
- Contributory Parent visa, first instalment, direct applicant (not a 173 holder, Primary applicant: A$6,300 (about ₹4,24,179 at 67.33 INR/AUD on 2026-10-07), effective 2026-07-01
- Contributory Parent visa, second instalment (payable before grant), per applicant other than a dependent child under 18, Second instalment: A$43,600 (about ₹29,35,588 at 67.33 INR/AUD on 2026-10-07), effective 2026-07-01

## Common refusal reasons
- Balance of family test not met
- Health requirement not met, which is common for elderly applicants
- Assurance of Support not provided

## FAQ
**What is the realistic wait for a 143?**
The department publishes an estimated queue; recent estimates exceed twelve years for new applications. Parents often hold a visitor visa or an 870 in the meantime.

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