PARTNER VISA AUSTRALIA
Australian Partner Visas allow married or de facto (same or opposite sex) couples to enter and remain in Australia with their partner. If you are in a genuine committed relationship with a non Australian and you are an Australian Citizen, Australian permanent resident, an eligible New Zealand Citizen, there are a number of options for you and your spouse or de facto under the partner visa program.
Our registered team of Migration Lawyers and Agents based in Melbourne are experts in Australian partner (spouse) and de facto visas, and can help determine your eligibility for a partner visa in a professional and timely and cost effective manner. We have assisted many clients with the preparation of partner and de facto visa applications that meet the Department of Home Affair’s requirements.
PARTNER VISA (820 AND 801)
Applying in Australia
Option 1
If you are:
- Applying for a visa in Australia, and
- A spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen
PARTNER (PROVISIONAL) VISA (309) AND PARTNER (MIGRANT) VISA (100)
Option 2
If you are:
- Applying for a visa outside Australia, and
- A spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen
- Intend to marry before a decision is made on your Partner visa application
PROSPECTIVE MARRIAGE VISA (300)
Option 3
If you are:
- Applying for a visa outside Australia, and
- Intend to travel to Australia and marry an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen after you are granted a visa, or
PROCESSING TIMES FOR FAMILY VISAS
Actual processing times are dependent on a number of factors