The Partner Visa enables an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to sponsor his/her partner to migrate to Australia. 

 

A partner includes a spouse and a de facto (opposite or same-sex) partner.

 

An application can be made by a partner who is located within Australia (subclasses 820/801) or outside Australia (subclasses 309/100).

 

If an application is approved, a temporary visa will be granted for a period of 2 years, after which the applicant becomes eligible for a permanent visa.  In some circumstances, an applicant may be eligible for a permanent visa without the 2 year temporary visa first.

 

You must be able to demonstrate that the relationship is genuine and ongoing and that each partner has a mutual commitment to a shared life together to the exclusion of all others.

 

For a married relationship, the marriage must be a legal marriage under Australian law.  For a de facto relationship, the parties must have been in the relationship for at least 12 months.  All applicants must also meet character and health requirements.

 

A subclass 801 or 100 permanent visa entitles the holder to all permanent resident benefits including healthcare, social security benefits and possible eligibility for citizenship.

 

Please contact us for further information or for assistance with your application for a Partner Visa – Subclasses 820/801 or Subclasses 309/100.