Contributory Parent Visa

[Britt_2789]

Hi,

I am a little confused with the terminology of 'settled permanent residence' status when applying for the contributory parent visa.

Does this mean, I need to have had Permanent Residency for two years by the time my parents would apply.

Or, does this mean that I have to of lived in Australia for two years AND have PR?

I've lived here with no gaps for over 3 and a half years, but I am still about a year away from PR. I am just trying to count how many years it would be before they could even apply, and then potentially be here with me!

Thanks in advance  

[paulhand]

It’s considered on a case by case basis ... generally you need to have been ‘lawfully resident’ for the period. 

[muz068]

3 hours ago, Britt_2789 said:

Hi,

I am a little confused with the terminology of 'settled permanent residence' status when applying for the contributory parent visa.

Does this mean, I need to have had Permanent Residency for two years by the time my parents would apply.

Or, does this mean that I have to of lived in Australia for two years AND have PR?

I've lived here with no gaps for over 3 and a half years, but I am still about a year away from PR. I am just trying to count how many years it would be before they could even apply, and then potentially be here with me!

Thanks in advance  

According to an agent,  2 years can be on temporary visa such as student visa.