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