Australia Partner Visa
Australia’s Partner Visas allow Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens to sponsor their spouse or de facto partner for residency in Australia. Partner visas provide a pathway to live, work, and study in Australia together with your loved one and can eventually lead to permanent residency. The two main partner visa options are the Temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 820), leading to the Permanent Partner Visa (Subclass 801) for onshore applicants, and the Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100), for those applying from outside Australia.
Applying for a partner visa requires proving the genuineness of your relationship through detailed documentation, including evidence of shared financial responsibilities, living arrangements, social ties, and long-term commitment. Because of the visa’s comprehensive requirements and the high volume of applications, it’s essential to understand the criteria to avoid delays or potential refusals.
Australia’s Partner Visas allow Australian citizens, permanent residents, and eligible New Zealand citizens to sponsor their spouse or de facto partner for residency in Australia. Partner visas provide a pathway to live, work, and study in Australia together with your loved one and can eventually lead to permanent residency. The two main partner visa options are the Temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 820), leading to the Permanent Partner Visa (Subclass 801) for onshore applicants, and the Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100), for those applying from outside Australia.
Applying for a partner visa requires proving the genuineness of your relationship through detailed documentation, including evidence of shared financial responsibilities, living arrangements, social ties, and long-term commitment. Because of the visa’s comprehensive requirements and the high volume of applications, it’s essential to understand the criteria to avoid delays or potential refusals.
How Visa Finder Can Help
At Visa Finder, we are committed to helping you reunite with your partner and make Australia your shared home. Our experienced migration agents work with both applicants and sponsors to ensure all requirements are met and the application process is smooth. Here’s how we can assist:
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Assess Your Eligibility
We begin by confirming that you and your partner meet the eligibility criteria for a partner visa. This includes confirming that your relationship meets Australia’s legal definitions for marriage or de facto status, as well as any age and sponsorship requirements.
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Prepare a Comprehensive Application
Partner visa applications involve extensive documentation to prove the legitimacy of your relationship. We assist you in gathering and organising essential evidence, such as proof of joint financial commitments, household arrangements, social recognition of your relationship, and the length of your partnership.
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Guide You Through the Two-Stage Process
Partner visas are typically granted in two stages, starting with a temporary visa and progressing to permanent residency after two years, provided the relationship is ongoing. Our team will guide you through both stages, ensuring all paperwork and requirements are up to date for a smooth transition to permanent residency.
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Lodge and Monitor Your Application
We take care of lodging your application with the Department of Home Affairs and provide regular updates on its progress. By tracking your application, we ensure any additional requests for information are promptly addressed to prevent unnecessary delays.
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Support for Complex Cases
Some applications face unique challenges, such as long-distance relationships, previous visa refusals, or specific health and character requirements. Our migration agents are equipped to handle complex situations and provide tailored advice to give your application the best chance of success.
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Appeal Assistance
If your partner visa application is refused, we can support you with lodging an appeal through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT), giving you an opportunity to have your case reconsidered.