Partner visa
Partner visa
Are you in a committed relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident? The Australian Partner visa allows spouses or de facto partners to live in Australia temporarily and eventually permanently. Whether you are married, in a de facto relationship, or planning to marry soon, we can help guide you through the most suitable visa option for your situation.
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Types of Partner Visas
There are a couple of pathways available under the Partner visa:
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Subclass 820/801 (Onshore Partner Visa) – For applicants who are already in Australia.
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Subclass 309/100 (Offshore Partner Visa) – For applicants who are outside Australia at the time of application.
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Eligibility for a partner visa
A marriage or a de facto relationship may be the basis for an application. In either case, the Sponsor (spouse or partner) must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or an eligible New Zealand Citizen.
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• You and your spouse/partner must be mutually exclusive.
• The relationship must be genuine and continuing.
• You and your spouse/partner must either live together or live apart for a temporary basis.
• Sponsor must not sponsored more than one other fiancé, partner, or spouse for migration to Australia previously, and have not sponsored a fiancé, partner, or spouse for migration to Australia within the last five years (unless there are compelling circumstances)
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Relationship Evidence
To demonstrate the genuineness of your relationship, applicants are required to provide documentation across four key categories:
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Financial Aspects
Joint bank accounts, shared financial responsibilities, bills in both names. -
Household Aspects
Shared living arrangements, joint responsibilities in the household. -
Social Aspects
Photos, social media evidence, joint travel, declarations from friends and family. -
Nature of Commitment
Future plans together, joint correspondence, evidence of emotional support.
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Our experienced migration professionals will guide you in gathering the most relevant and compelling evidence to support your application.
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Process of a partner visa
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​What's next?
Once your temporary partner (subclass 820 or 309) visa is granted, you will be permitted to live, work, and study in Australia while awaiting the assessment of your permanent partner (subclass 801 or 100) visa.
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You will generally hold the temporary visa for a minimum of two years from the date of your initial application before progressing to the permanent stage. During this period, it is important to maintain your relationship and retain records that demonstrate your ongoing commitment to one another.
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We will support you in preparing for the next stage of your application, ensuring a smooth and efficient transition to permanent residency and, subsequently, your citizenship application.
Processing time
The processing time varies depending on several factors, including individual circumstances, the completeness of the application, and current caseloads at the Department of Home Affairs. The temporary partner (subclasses 820 or 309) visa may take anywhere from a few weeks to up to 24 months to be finalised.
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In cases where the application exceeds 24 months since lodgement, the Department may assess both the temporary and the permanent partner (subclasses 801 or 100) visa together. If eligible, you may be granted the permanent visa without needing to apply for a separate application or provide additional documentation.
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We closely monitor the progress of your application and provide regular updates to ensure you remain informed throughout the entire process.
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Partner visa costs
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​Applying for a Partner visa involves several costs, which may vary depending on your individual circumstances and the number of applicants included in your application.​
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​As of the current fees set by the Department of Home Affairs:
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The main visa application charge is AUD 9,095.00 for most applicants.
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For secondary applicants, such as dependent child, the fee is AUD 4,550.00 for those aged 18 and over, and AUD 2,280.00 for those under 18.
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Further costs may include health examinations required by the Department of Home Affairs to meet health criteria, as well as police clearance certificates from any country where you have lived for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. If your documents are not in English, official translation and certification may also be necessary. In addition, our professional fees may apply, which vary depending on the complexity of your case and the level of support you require throughout the process.
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At Niche Migration, we offer tailored service packages to suit your situation and provide a clear breakdown of all anticipated costs right after your initial consultation.
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2. Prospective Marriage visa
If you are engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent residen and plan to get married, the Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300) could be the ideal pathway for you. This visa is designed for people who are outside Australia and intend to marry their Australian partner. It provides the opportunity to enter Australia, get married, and then apply for a partner visa after the marriage.
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Once granted, the visa is valid for nine months, during which you are expected to marry your sponsor.
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To be eligible, you must demonstrate a genuine intention to marry your partner and live together as spouses. The marriage can take place either in Australia or overseas, but it must occur within the nine month validity period of the visa. You must be outside Australia both when the application is lodged and when the visa is granted.
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During your stay on a Prospective Marriage visa, you are allowed to live, work, and study in Australia. After your marriage, you can apply for the partner visa to continue living in Australia on a pathway to permanent residency.
This visa is suitable for couples who are not yet married but are in a committed, genuine relationship and planning to formalise their marriage in the near future.
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