Australia Partner Visa – Live With Your Partner in Australia
The Partner Visa allows you to live in Australia with your spouse or de facto partner who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Partner Visa Types
Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820 / 801)
- Apply while inside Australia
- Temporary (820) leading to permanent residency (801)
- Stay with your partner during processing
Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309 / 100 and 300)
- Apply while outside Australia
- Temporary (309/300) leading to permanent residency (100)
- Suitable for applicants living overseas
Who Can Apply?
- Married to or in a de facto relationship with an eligible sponsor
- Have a genuine and continuing relationship
- Live together or can demonstrate commitment
- Meet health and character requirements
Application Process
- Eligibility assessment
- Document preparation – evidence of your genuine relationship
- Visa lodgement
- Bridging visa (if onshore)
- Assessment stage
- Visa outcome – temporary first, then permanent residency
What You Can Do on a Partner Visa
- Live in Australia with your partner
- Work and study in Australia
- Access Medicare (once eligible)
- Travel in and out of Australia
- Apply for permanent residency
Early action improves your chances of success.
