Application process

 

The Partner Visa application process involves two stages. The first stage temporary visa and the second stage permanent visa. 

Stage one (subclass 820 or subclass 309)

A temporary visa is decided first and if granted, allows the applicant to enter or stay in Australia until the decision is made on the second stage permanent visa. 

Stage two (subclass 801 or subclass 100)

Two years after the application is lodged, applicants are eligible to initiate the process for the second stage permanent visa, provided that they are still married or in a de facto relationship with their sponsor. Exemptions apply for applicants who are separated from their partner due to domestic violence.

Eligibility

 

To be eligible to apply for a Partner Visa: 

  • Applicants can either be in Australia or outside Australia when they apply for this visa 

  • The sponsor must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident

  • The applicant must be either legally married or in a de facto relationship with a sponsor for at least 12 months

  • Sponsors must not have previously sponsored a spouse, de facto partner or fiancé on two or more occasions

  • If a sponsor has previously sponsored a spouse, de facto partner or fiancé, that sponsorship must not have been within the past 5 years

  • Evidence of a genuine and continuing relationship between the applicant and sponsor must be provided in support of the visa application

Key features

 

Some key features of the Partner Visa include:

  • Applicants who lodge a Partner Visa application while they are in Australia are entitled to a bridging visa which permits them to remain in Australia until a decision on the Subclass 820 (first stage) Partner Visa is made

  • Bridging visa holders who have applied for a Subclass 820 first stage Partner Visa will have access to Medicare

  • A dependent child of the applicant can be included in the Partner Visa application

  • A person who is granted a Subclass 820 or Subclass 309 visa will have full rights to live, work and study in Australia and have unlimited travel rights to enter and depart Australia

  • A person who is granted a Subclass 801 or Subclass 100 visa becomes a permanent resident of Australia

Processing times

 

The current processing time for the first stage temporary visa is between 6 to 33 months for the Subclass 820 visa and between 6 to 27 months for the Subclass 309 visa. 

COVID-19 delays

Due to COVID-19, some visa processing times have been affected and applications may take longer to finalise. The Department of Home Affairs is prioritising processing of visa applications for travellers who are exempt from our travel restrictions to help those who need urgent travel. For more information on travel restrictions and visa information, visit the Home Affairs COVID-19 website.

Cost

 

Department of Home Affairs visa application charge for a Partner Visa application is currently $8,085 AUD, unless the applicant holds or has held a related Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300). Secondary applicants will incur an additional charge.

This does not include our service costs.

 
Titan Migration Reviews
Luis

“Titan Migration’s support was outstanding throughout my Partner Visa application process (820 and 801). Furthermore, thanks to their willingness to go the extra mile, my 801 visa was granted just a few months after I submitted the application.

There are a lot of migration agents out there but it seems that is not easy to find reliable a ones. Therefore, I am more than happy to recommend Titan migration as an excellent choice to provide that important support on your visa process.”

- Luis, Venezuela

Tuan

“Our case was extremely difficult but yet Peter and his team have pulled it off. Words cannot describe how fortunate we are to have Peter in assisting us on our situation. Once again thank you very much. Definitely would recommend Titan Migration”

- Tuan Anh, Vietnam

Jessica

“Titan Migration has been so helpful and supportive throughout our whole experience. Without them we wouldn’t be able to be enjoying our perfect future together.”

- Jessica, Australia

Lan Anh

“Titan Migration was very attentive, they were there every step of the way. It was very nerve racking doing our visa, however Peter was very helpful. We finally got our visa approved, thanks to Titan Migration. Definitely i would recommend Titan Migration...!!!”

- Lan Anh, Vietnam

 

Our services

At Titan Migration, we have extensive knowledge of the legislation and policy relating to partner visas. We also have a wealth of experience with the partner visa application process. If you choose to engage us to manage your partner visa application, here are some of the main services you will be provided with: 

  • A full assessment of your relationship and circumstances

  • Explanation whether you meet the eligibility for the partner visa and advice provided on how the requirements can be met

  • Ongoing advice and consultation relating to your visa application until the decision is made

  • We ensure that your application is fully supported with accurate and relevant documentation

  • Thorough assistance and guidance with each step of the process

  • A well prepared and submitted partner visa application that gives you the strongest chance of success

  • Relief from the stress of researching the application process, working out whether you meet the requirements, and figuring out what information and which documents are required

  • Being your point of contact in responding to any requests and managing correspondence between you and the Department of Home Affairs

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Partner Visa Pre-Assessment

If you are interested in seeing whether you meet the requirements for a partner visa, please complete the pre-assessment form and we will contact you to discuss your options.