When adult children study, work, or settle in Australia, parents naturally look forward to visiting to attend graduations, meet grandchildren, or spend quality family time. However, applying for an Australian Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) under the Tourist or Sponsored Family stream requires establishing two pivotal criteria: verified financial support and genuine temporary stay intentions.
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) carefully reviews whether parents possess legitimate reasons to return to Vietnam upon concluding their authorized visit, and whether their stay will be comfortably funded without unauthorized work.
1. Financial capacity and sponsorship documentation
Depending on whether parents self-fund or the child in Australia provides financial sponsorship, required documentation includes:
- Parents’ domestic financials: Bank savings statements, pension records, rental income, or active business revenues.
- Host child’s documents in Australia: Copy of passport, valid Australian visa (Student Visa 500, Graduate Visa 485, or Australian Citizenship/PR), residential lease, and proof of income (payslips and tax notices).
- Letter of Invitation: A detailed invitation specifying accommodation arrangements, duration of stay, and living cost coverage.
2. Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) criteria for parents
Case officers evaluate ties ensuring parents will not overstay. Essential supporting evidence includes:
- Property and assets in Vietnam: Land ownership certificates, residential properties, or ongoing domestic investments.
- Family ties in Vietnam: Other children, grandchildren, or aging relatives residing in the home country.
- Employment / Business commitments: Approved leave certificates for working parents, or business operating licenses.
3. Health insurance and medical examination
For senior parents, obtaining comprehensive Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) is strongly encouraged to safeguard against unexpected Australian medical costs. Depending on age and intended stay length (e.g., 3, 6, or 12 months), DHA may request a medical examination prior to visa finalization.
Guidance from De1 Consultancy
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Source: Department of Home Affairs / De1 Analysis
