Apply for a Partner Visa (Temporary & Permanent) and unite with your Australian spouse or de facto partner with expert help
The Australia Spouse Visa (also known as Partner Visa) grants you the opportunity to live, work, and study in Australia with your spouse or de facto partner who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. It involves a two-stage process: temporary visa (Subclass 820 or 309) followed by a permanent visa (Subclass 801 or 100).
Allows you to live in Australia temporarily while your permanent partner visa is processed. Apply onshore with 820 or offshore with 309.
Grants permanent residency after the temporary visa. Usually granted two years after the initial application upon proving your relationship is ongoing.
For fiancés intending to marry an Australian citizen or permanent resident within 9 months of arrival to Australia.
Additional temporary visa streams for partners include Contributory Parent and Child visas offering various residency paths.
Provides a direct path to permanent residency in Australia for you and eligible family members.
Full work rights and access to education while on a spouse visa (temporary and permanent).
Eligibility to enroll in Australia’s public healthcare system once the visa is granted.
Travel in and out of Australia freely during the visa validity period.
Dependent children can be included in the visa application.
Protected under Australian law including workplace rights and domestic violence protections.
Ensure you meet eligibility criteria including genuine and ongoing relationship with your Australian partner.
Collect identity proofs, relationship evidence, health, and character documents.
Use the official Australian Government ImmiAccount portal to submit your application and pay the fee.
Complete any requested health examinations and biometrics appointments.
Processing times vary; you will be notified of the visa outcome digitally.
