An Australian Partner Visa allows the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia.


Despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of placements for Partner Visas under Australia’s Migration Program has increased from around 37,000 in 2019/20 to 72,300 people in 2020/21 which bodes well for partner visa applicants as well as their partner-sponsors.


While this article provides a general overview of the Australia partner visa 2022 process, it is important to keep in mind that any visa application is an intricate process, highly dependent on your individual situation and the documentary evidence you provide that is assessed against legislative requirements.


This article provides an overview of four things to know before applying for an Australian Partner Visa:

1. Determine your Australian Partner Visa category and subclass – ‘Partner’ or ‘Prospective Marriage’?


Although, there are three major types of Australian partner visas, most applicants will fall under one of these categories, either one of the Partner Visa subclasses; or, if you are engaged to be married, under one of the Prospective Marriage Visa subclasses.


Applying for an Australian Partner Visa when you are onshore


If you are in Australia with your partner, you are eligible to apply for one of these Australian Partner Visa subclasses: Partner Temporary Visa (Subclass 820); and eventually the Permanent visa (Subclass 801). The Subclass 820 visa is a temporary partner visa that allows you to live in Australia and is the first stage towards a permanent Partner Visa Subclass 801. You apply for both visas at the same time and pay only one application charge. Applications are processed in two stages, about two years apart.

To be eligible for either of these Australian Partner Visas your partner must be an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen.


If you apply for the Temporary Visa (Subclass 820) and your relationship is assessed as a genuine ongoing relationship and you continue to be sponsored by your partner after two years of the granting of the temporary visa, you can then be granted a Permanent visa.


If one or both of you are outside Australia the relevant Australian Partner Visa subclasses are: Partner Temporary Visa (Subclass 309) and Permanent Visa (Subclass 100).

Again, you may apply for these visas to enter and stay in Australia if your partner is already an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident; or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
Similar to the onshore Australian Partner Visas discussed above offshore applicant-couples seeking a Permanent Visa (Subclass 100) must demonstrate that theirs is a continuing and genuine relationship that has been continuous for two years following the granting of their Temporary Visa (Subclass 309).


Please note that from 27 February 2021, the Australian Government introduced a temporary concession for the ‘Offshore Visa Grant Requirement’ that usually applies to Subclass 309 Partner Visa applicants who are outside of Australia.


The Offshore Visa Grant requirement usually requires an applicant to be outside of Australia to have their Temporary Partner Visa granted. As it is difficult to depart Australia due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, the temporary concession allows Subclass 309 Partner Visa applicants to remain in Australia without having to fly out of the country to have their Temporary Partner Visa (the Subclass 309 Visa) granted.

Applying for an Australian Prospective Marriage Visa


The prospective marriage visa (subclass 300) is a temporary visa for those who want to enter Australia to join their future spouse before marriage.


To apply for this visa, your fiancé must be an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.


Once married, holders of this visa can then apply for one of the Australian Partner Visas discussed above to remain permanently in Australia.

General conditions of eligibility for any Australian Partner Visa


To apply for any of the Australian Partner Visas, you must:


be 18 years old;
meet the relationship criteria;
meet health and character requirements;
be sponsored by your partner/fiancé/fiancée; and
repay (or have arrangements in place) to repay any outstanding debts owed to the Australian Government.


Evidence required for Australian Partner Visa applications


Australian Partner Visa applications generally require evidence that confirms dates of important events within your relationship, such as when you:


first met
started dating
moved in together
became engaged
married

To support your relationship timeline and relationship history statement collect documents (e.g. bills in joint names, bank statements, plane tickets, holiday bookings) and media (ensure that you have plenty of photos, social media or videos of you as a couple as well as with friends and family). Keep this evidence safe and organised as this will go towards showing the genuineness of your relationship.


The Immigration case officer reviewing your Australian Partner Application may request further documentation or evidence.

Processing timeframes for Australian Partner Visas

The offshore COVID-19 concession notwithstanding, it is important to note that applying for a Partner Visa from Offshore (a Subclass 309/100 Visa) may involve being separated from your loved one for a long period of time.


The current Government processing time for a Subclass 309 Partner Visa is 18 to 23 months.
Applying for a Partner Visa from Onshore (a Subclass 820 or 801 Visa) also has a long processing time – currently 23 to 28 months.


However, the applicant can stay in Australia with their partner from the time of applying for the Partner Visa to the time it is granted.

Do you need help with an Australian Partner Visa?


Applying for an Australian Partner Visa can be complex and confusing to navigate on your own, and engaging expert immigration lawyers can be key to taking the stress out of the process and ensuring you maximise your chances of a successful visa outcome. For help with your Australian Partner Visa application, or any other immigration matter, feel free to contact an Immigration Lawyer.

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An Australian Partner Visa allows the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia.


Despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of placements for Partner Visas under Australia’s Migration Program has increased from around 37,000 in 2019/20 to 72,300 people in 2020/21 which bodes well for partner visa applicants as well as their partner-sponsors.


While this article provides a general overview of the Australia partner visa 2022 process, it is important to keep in mind that any visa application is an intricate process, highly dependent on your individual situation and the documentary evidence you provide that is assessed against legislative requirements.


This article provides an overview of four things to know before applying for an Australian Partner Visa:

1. Determine your Australian Partner Visa category and subclass – ‘Partner’ or ‘Prospective Marriage’?


Although, there are three major types of Australian partner visas, most applicants will fall under one of these categories, either one of the Partner Visa subclasses; or, if you are engaged to be married, under one of the Prospective Marriage Visa subclasses.


Applying for an Australian Partner Visa when you are onshore


If you are in Australia with your partner, you are eligible to apply for one of these Australian Partner Visa subclasses: Partner Temporary Visa (Subclass 820); and eventually the Permanent visa (Subclass 801). The Subclass 820 visa is a temporary partner visa that allows you to live in Australia and is the first stage towards a permanent Partner Visa Subclass 801. You apply for both visas at the same time and pay only one application charge. Applications are processed in two stages, about two years apart.

To be eligible for either of these Australian Partner Visas your partner must be an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen.


If you apply for the Temporary Visa (Subclass 820) and your relationship is assessed as a genuine ongoing relationship and you continue to be sponsored by your partner after two years of the granting of the temporary visa, you can then be granted a Permanent visa.


If one or both of you are outside Australia the relevant Australian Partner Visa subclasses are: Partner Temporary Visa (Subclass 309) and Permanent Visa (Subclass 100).

Again, you may apply for these visas to enter and stay in Australia if your partner is already an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident; or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
Similar to the onshore Australian Partner Visas discussed above offshore applicant-couples seeking a Permanent Visa (Subclass 100) must demonstrate that theirs is a continuing and genuine relationship that has been continuous for two years following the granting of their Temporary Visa (Subclass 309).


Please note that from 27 February 2021, the Australian Government introduced a temporary concession for the ‘Offshore Visa Grant Requirement’ that usually applies to Subclass 309 Partner Visa applicants who are outside of Australia.


The Offshore Visa Grant requirement usually requires an applicant to be outside of Australia to have their Temporary Partner Visa granted. As it is difficult to depart Australia due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, the temporary concession allows Subclass 309 Partner Visa applicants to remain in Australia without having to fly out of the country to have their Temporary Partner Visa (the Subclass 309 Visa) granted.

Applying for an Australian Prospective Marriage Visa


The prospective marriage visa (subclass 300) is a temporary visa for those who want to enter Australia to join their future spouse before marriage.


To apply for this visa, your fiancé must be an Australian citizen, or an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.


Once married, holders of this visa can then apply for one of the Australian Partner Visas discussed above to remain permanently in Australia.

General conditions of eligibility for any Australian Partner Visa


To apply for any of the Australian Partner Visas, you must:


be 18 years old;
meet the relationship criteria;
meet health and character requirements;
be sponsored by your partner/fiancé/fiancée; and
repay (or have arrangements in place) to repay any outstanding debts owed to the Australian Government.


Evidence required for Australian Partner Visa applications


Australian Partner Visa applications generally require evidence that confirms dates of important events within your relationship, such as when you:


first met
started dating
moved in together
became engaged
married

To support your relationship timeline and relationship history statement collect documents (e.g. bills in joint names, bank statements, plane tickets, holiday bookings) and media (ensure that you have plenty of photos, social media or videos of you as a couple as well as with friends and family). Keep this evidence safe and organised as this will go towards showing the genuineness of your relationship.


The Immigration case officer reviewing your Australian Partner Application may request further documentation or evidence.

Processing timeframes for Australian Partner Visas

The offshore COVID-19 concession notwithstanding, it is important to note that applying for a Partner Visa from Offshore (a Subclass 309/100 Visa) may involve being separated from your loved one for a long period of time.


The current Government processing time for a Subclass 309 Partner Visa is 18 to 23 months.
Applying for a Partner Visa from Onshore (a Subclass 820 or 801 Visa) also has a long processing time – currently 23 to 28 months.


However, the applicant can stay in Australia with their partner from the time of applying for the Partner Visa to the time it is granted.

Do you need help with an Australian Partner Visa?


Applying for an Australian Partner Visa can be complex and confusing to navigate on your own, and engaging expert immigration lawyers can be key to taking the stress out of the process and ensuring you maximise your chances of a successful visa outcome. For help with your Australian Partner Visa application, or any other immigration matter, feel free to contact an Immigration Lawyer.

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Applying for a Partner Visa in Australia is a significant step that requires careful planning and understanding of the process. Here are some key things to know before embarking on this journey:

Eligibility: You must be in a genuine and ongoing relationship with an eligible Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to apply for a Partner Visa.

Types of Partner Visas: There are various partner visa subclasses, including onshore and offshore options. Research which subclass suits your situation best.

Evidence of Relationship: Strong evidence of your genuine relationship is crucial. This includes financial commitments, shared responsibilities, and proof of cohabitation.

Health and Character Checks: Both you and your partner will need to undergo health and character assessments as part of the visa application process.

Processing Times: The processing times can vary greatly depending on the subclass and individual circumstances.

Temporary and Permanent Visa Stages: Many partner visas have a temporary stage before granting permanent residency. Understand the conditions and requirements for both stages.

Changing Circumstances: If circumstances change, such as the end of a relationship, this could impact your visa status.

Seek Professional Assistance: Partner visa applications can be complex. Seeking guidance from experts like Kangaroo Education & Visa Service can help ensure that you meet all requirements and submit a well-prepared application.

Kangaroo Education & Visa Service specializes in assisting applicants with their partner visa applications. Their experienced team can provide guidance, check your application, and offer support throughout the process. With their expertise, you can navigate the complexities of the partner visa application process with confidence and maximize your chances of success.