FAMILY VISA

Partner Visa Australia

If you are in a genuine relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may be eligible to apply for a Partner Visa.

Quick Visa Overview

Visa Streams

820/801 (Onshore) 309/100 (Offshore)

Temporary Visa

Subclass 820 / 309

Permanent Visa

Subclass 801 / 100

Including Children

Yes dependent children can be included

Medicare Access

Available for onshore applicants after lodging

Work Rights

Yes

About This Visa

The partner visa allows the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen or permanent resident to live in Australia.

This Visa is granted in two stages :

Stage 1 – Temporary Visa (Subclass 820 or 309) : This is the initial visa granted. It allows you to stay in (or enter) Australia while your permanent visa is being assessed.

Stage 2 – Permanent Visa (Subclass 801 or 100): Around two years after lodging your application, you may become eligible for permanent residency, provided your relationship is still ongoing.
In certain cases, such as family or domestic violence, applicants may still proceed even if the relationship has ended.

Eligibility Requirements

Apply from within or outside Australia
Sponsored by an Australian citizen or permanent resident
Legally married or in a de facto relationship (usually at least 12 months)
sponsor must not have sponsored more than two previous partners
Any previous sponsorship not within 5 years
Provide strong evidence that your relationship is genuine and ongoing

Key Benefits

If you apply onshore (Subclass 820), you may receive a bridging visa that allows you to stay in Australia while your application is processed
Access to Medicare is available for onshore applicants after lodging the temporary visa
You can include dependent children in your application
Pathway to Citizenship
Temporary visa holders (820) can live, work, and study in Australia with travel flexibility
Once granted the permanent visa (801 or 100), you become a permanent resident of Australia

Visa Process

Eligibility Assessment

Prepare & Lodge Application

Temporary Visa Granted (820/309)

Relationship Assessment

Permanent Visa Granted (801/100)

Permanent Residency in Australia

Processing Times

Subclass 820 (Onshore) Approximately 6 to 33 months

Subclass 309 (Offshore) Approximately 6 to 27 months

Important Notes

Processing time may varies depending on individual circumstances. Ensuring you provide complete and accurate information can help avoid delays in your application.

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It Is General Information Only — Not A Migration Advice.

The information provided on this page is general in nature and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute migration advice. For advice specific to your circumstances, please consult us

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