Sponsorship: A child who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen must sponsor the parent.

Health and Character Requirements: All applicants must meet health and character requirements, including undergoing a medical examination and providing police clearance certificates.

Assurance of Support: A sponsor is required to provide an Assurance of Support. This is a legal commitment to provide financial support for the applicant so that they do not become a burden on the Australian social security system.

Application Lodgment: The onshore visa (Subclass 864) is for applicants who are already in Australia, while the offshore visa (Subclass 884) is for applicants applying from outside Australia.

No Outstanding Debts: The sponsoring child must have no outstanding debts to the Australian government or have arranged to repay any outstanding debts.

You need to get sponsored by an eligible sponsor who is usually your child in Australia. It’s essential that the sponsor must agree to provide support, accommodation, and financial assistance for the first two years after you arrive in Australia.

You need to collect all necessary documents including identity documents also the proof of relationship with your sponsor, health assessments, character documents, etc.

You can also apply for the Contributory Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 884) either online through the Australian immigration website or by post. Also follow the instructions carefully and you can ensure all required information and documents are provided.

Make sure to pay the visa application fee. The overall cost can vary, so check the current fee on the Department of Home Affairs website. Additionally, there is a significantly higher fee associated with contributory parent visas compared to non-contributory parent visas.

Once you get submit your application. You'll need to wait for it to be processed. Processing times can vary depending on various factors such as the number of applications received and individual circumstances.

You and all family members included in your application will need to undergo health examinations. This could ensure you meet Australia's health requirements. You'll also need to provide police clearance certificates from all countries you've lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years.