PARTNER VISAS
Partner/Spouse Visa (Subclass 820/801)
The Partner Visa is designed for partners or spouses of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia. The temporary Partner Visa (subclass 820) is granted first while the permanent Partner Visa (subclass 801) is processed.
Partner Visa Australia
Be with your partner/spouse with Partner Visa Subclass 820/801. Subclass 820 (temporary) lets you stay in Australia while subclass 801 (permanent) is decided. Applicants are typically in Australia when lodging the 820/801 application.
Highlights
Partner Provisional (Subclass 309/100)
Subclass 309 allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to travel to and live in Australia. The applicant must be outside Australia when lodging the application.
Prospective Marriage (Subclass 300)
Subclass 300 is for people who want to come to Australia to marry their prospective spouse. It is a temporary visa for nine months. You must be outside Australia when you lodge your application and when the visa is granted.
Partner Temporary/Permanent (Subclass 820/801)
Subclass 820 (temporary) and 801 (permanent) allow the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. The applicant must be in Australia at the time of lodgement for the 820/801 pathway.
Get in touch with our Partner Visa Specialists for tailored guidance on eligibility, evidence, and timelines.
Key Eligibility Requirements
- You must be married to or in a de facto relationship with: an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen.
- Your marriage must be valid under Australian law (parental permission required if you are 16 or 17).
- For de facto, generally at least 12 months of relationship evidence (unless exemptions apply).
- Same‑sex relationships are recognised.
