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Partner Visas

The Partner Visa allows the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. de facto or marital relationship? If you are in a de facto or marital relationship with either an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen You may be eligible to apply for a partner visa allowing you to live, work, and study in Australia with your partner.

Starting from the general criteria to the constantly changing policies, our immigration agents are fully informed with all the necessary details to help you in your appeal. Our team holds both expertise and experience to study, prepare, and modify your distinctive visa application. We are here to support you in all your visa-related needs. We are located in multiple destinations throughout Australia along with an active online presence as well. Our services include both onshore and offshore applications and we strive to provide you with quality assistance with your needs and enquiries about your eligibility and desired visa appeal.

In the partner visa appeal, there are a few visa types that you can qualify for. The potential Partner Visa that an applicant may be eligible for include the Partner Visa Subclass 309/100, the Partner Visa Subclass 820/801, New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) Visa Subclass 461, and the Prospective Marriage Visa Subclass 300.

Partner Visa Subclass 309/100 (Offshore)

The Partner Visa Subclass 301/100 is a two stage visa appeal that allows de facto partners or spouses of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to permanently live in Australia. For this visa, you need to apply for the temporary Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309) and Partner (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 100) visa at the same time. Once you are granted your temporary Subclass 309 visa, you will be allowed to reside in Australia for a certain period of time until the result of your permanent Subclass 100 visa is decided. You must be an offshore applicant and can only apply for this visa if you are not in Australia.

New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 461)

The New Zealand Family Relationship (Temporary) Visa under Subclass 461 is a temporary visa that allows you to stay for up to 5 years in Australia with your New Zealand family member or partner. To be able to apply for this visa, your New Zealand family member or partner must either hold a Subclass 444 visa or be eligible to hold this visa. This visa is for a person who is not a New Zealand citizen but is a member of a family unit of a New Zealand citizen. It lets you live and work in Australia for five years.

Partner (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 100)

The Partner (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 100) is a permanent visa that allows the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen, live in Australia indefinitely. It is usually granted to people who hold a Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309). This is the second and final stage of the visa application process and lets applicants who are still in an ongoing relationship with their partner who sponsored them for the Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309) visa stay, work and study in Australia permanently, sponsor eligible family members, and in time apply for Australian citizenship.

Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309)

The Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309) is a temporary visa that lets offshore applicants who are de facto partners or spouses of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia temporarily. This is the first stage in the two stage partner visa appeal and also the first step towards a permanent Partner visa (Subclass 100). This visa allows you to stay in Australia temporarily until the Australian government has decided the outcome of the permanent stage Partner (Permanent) Visa (Subclass 100) of your visa application. Eligibility criteria for a Partner (Provisional) Visa under Subclass 309 1. You must be outside Australia at the time of applying. 2. You must be in a genuine relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen who is willing to sponsor you. 3. You must meet the requirements for a "de facto" partner if you are not married. 4. You must be over 18 years of age (except in particular circumstances.) 5. You must meet all health and character requirements. 6. You must have no outstanding debts to the Australian government. 7. You must not have had a visa canceled or application refused. Privileges linked with Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309) • Right to remain in Australian until a decision has been made about your permanent Partner visa. • Allowed to work in Australia. • Allowed to study in Australia, but with no access to government funding for tertiary study. • Can be a part of Australia’s scheme for health-related care and expense, by enrolling in Medicare.

Partner Visa (Permanent) (Subclass 801)

The Partner Visa (Permanent) under Subclass 801 is a permanent visa that allows the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen, live in Australia indefinitely. It is usually granted to people who hold a Partner Visa (Temporary) under Subclass 801. This is the second and final stage of the visa application process and lets applicants who are still in an ongoing relationship with their partner who sponsored them for the temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 820) visa stay, work and study in Australia permanently, sponsor eligible family members, and in time apply for Australian citizenship.

Partner Visa (Temporary) (Subclass 820)

The Partner Visa (Temporary) under Subclass 820 is a temporary visa that lets onshore applicants who are de facto partners or spouses of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia temporarily. This is the first stage in the two stage partner visa appeal and also the first step towards a permanent Partner visa (Subclass 801). This visa allows you to stay in Australia temporarily until the Australian government has decided the outcome of the permanent stage Partner Visa (Permanent) (Subclass 801) of your visa application.

Partner Visa Subclass 820/801 (Onshore)

The Partner Visa Subclass 820/801 is a two stage visa appeal that allows de facto partners or spouses of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to permanently live in Australia. For this visa, you need to apply for the Partner Visa (Temporary) under Subclass 820 and Partner Visa (Permanent) under Subclass 801 visa at the same time. You must be an onshore applicant and can only apply for this visa if you are in Australia during the time of application.

Prospective Marriage Visa (Provisional) (Subclass 300)

The Prospective Marriage Visa (Provisional) under Subclass 300 visa is a temporary visa that lets you come to Australia to marry your prospective spouse and then apply for a Partner visa. This visa is also referred to as fiancé visa and allows you to enter Australia and marry your intended spouse within the nine month validity period of this visa. Your fiancé must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident and you must be an offshore applicant who is outside Australia when the visa is granted.