Australian Partner Visa: Reunite & Build Your Future
VisaMate Education & Migration Services — guiding couples to successful migration and permanent residency in Australia.
What is the Partner Visa?
- Allows eligible partners (married or de facto) of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia
- Temporary visa (Subclass 820 – onshore, 309 – offshore) leads to permanent residency visa (Subclass 801 or 100)
- Also includes Prospective Marriage visa (Subclass 300) for engaged couples planning to marry in Australia
- Access to Medicare, work, study, and sponsor family members
- Freedom to travel, live, and build your life together in Australia
Key Eligibility Requirements
- Genuine, continuing relationship (married or de facto, at least 12 months OR relationship registered in Australia)
- Both partners are at least 18 years old
- Evidence covering financial, social, household, and commitment aspects of your relationship
- Meet health and character requirements (medical exams, police checks)
- Partner is an eligible sponsor (Australian citizen, PR, or NZ citizen)
Types of Partner Visas
- Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801): For applicants in Australia. 820 is temporary, 801 is permanent after ~2 years.
- Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100): For applicants outside Australia. 309 is temporary, 100 permanent after ~2 years.
- Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300): For fiancés planning to marry in Australia, leads to partner visa after marriage.
Expert Tips for a Successful Partner Visa Application
- Curate evidence: Show how your relationship meets financial, social, household, and commitment criteria
- Prepare a detailed relationship statement: Timeline, daily life, and future plans are crucial
- Get Form 888s: At least 2 statutory declarations from friends or family supporting your relationship
- Double-check documentation: Marriage certificate, lease, photos, shared finances
- Consider professional help: VisaMate agents make your application clear and compelling
