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9 Aug 2026
Over 1,500 Deaths Due to Australian Parent Visa Processing Delays
With Australian parent visa processing times reaching up to 33 years, over 1,500 people have died while waiting for visas over a 21-month period. Visa costs reach up to $50,000, while the waiting list exceeds 157,000 applicants.

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Over 1,500 Deaths Due to Australian Parent Visa Processing Delays