If you’re applying for the Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa, Subclass 870, you must maintain adequate health insurance for the entire duration of your stay.
Our 870 Visa Health Insurance options provide dependable, flexible medical cover specifically designed for parents visiting Australia long term to reunite with their children and grandchildren.
Enjoy stress-free visa compliance, fast approvals, and comprehensive protection from unexpected medical expenses.
You must be the biological, adoptive, or step-parent of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen who is approved as your sponsor, meet the balanced family test, have adequate health insurance (OVHC) under Condition 8501, and satisfy health and character requirements. There is no age limit, but you cannot have certain criminal convictions and must intend to stay temporarily (up to 3 or 5 years depending on the stream).
Allows a stay of up to 3 years per visa grant. This is more affordable (visa fee: AUD 5,490) and suitable for shorter reunions, with lower financial thresholds for the sponsor.
Permits a longer stay of up to 5 years per grant (visa fee: AUD 10,980). Requires higher sponsor income proof (e.g., AUD 83,454+ for a single sponsor) and is ideal for extended family time, but limited to two grants maximum.


Yes, it’s mandatory for visa approval.
Yes, insurer options vary.
Yes, couple and family plans are available.
Most providers offer refunds on unused premiums.
Yes, switching is permitted anytime.
Medibank, Bupa, nib, AIA, Allianz Care.