Parent Visas 31 Years Wait Time

03/01/2025

Wait times for parent visas in Australia have reached staggering levels, with nearly 2,300 applicants dying while waiting for approval in the last three years. The average wait time for a contributory parent visa is 14 years, and for a general aged parent visa, it's up to 31 years. This delay is taking a toll on families, with emotional, financial, and health impacts, as many, like Manu Baines, struggle to bring their parents to Australia. Experts are calling for urgent reform, including a lottery system, to address this crisis.

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/dec/31/australia-parent-visa-processing-wait-times-up-to-31-years?fbclid=IwY2xjawHkDDtleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXRAvXxuWxG-GbhJoLAVl25_ATiG1Z7utBb5QeQxL7LiNE12BQ7gZz_CFA_aem_LYTbe91lJqoOW13mqZqWpg