( Family · Subclass 820/801 · 309/100 )
Partner visas
Visas for partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible New Zealand citizens, applied for onshore (820/801) or offshore (309/100), granted in temporary and permanent stages.
( Who it suits )
- Married and de facto partners of Australian citizens and permanent residents
- Applicants inside or outside Australia
- Couples who intend to marry (Prospective Marriage, subclass 300)
( General requirements )
- A genuine and continuing relationship
- Sponsorship by the Australian partner
- Evidence across finances, household, social life and commitment
( The shape of it )
How this visa typically proceeds
- Stage 1 of 4
Evidence
Evidence across the four aspects of the relationship.
- Stage 2 of 4
Lodgement
Apply onshore or offshore.
- Stage 3 of 4
Temporary stage
The provisional visa is assessed first.
- Stage 4 of 4
Permanent stage
The permanent visa follows in time.
( Points of decision )
Partner visas: the questions that decide it
Decision-makers look at four aspects: financial matters, the household, social recognition of the relationship, and mutual commitment. Consistent evidence across all four matters more than volume.
General information only. This is not immigration assistance and does not take your circumstances into account. Migration law changes frequently. Confirm the current position before acting.
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