Partner Visa

Partner Visa – A Pathway to Reunite with Your Partner in Australia

“Learn about the benefits, eligibility requirements, application process, and processing times in this comprehensive guide.”

What is a Partner Visa?

The Australian Partner Visa enables foreign nationals in a married or de facto (cohabiting) relationship with an eligible Australian partner to live, work, and study in Australia, with a clear pathway to Permanent Residency (PR).

Common Partner Visa subclasses include:

• Subclass 820/801: For married or de facto partners applying from within Australia.
• Subclass 309/100: For married or de facto partners applying from outside Australia.
• Subclass 300: Prospective Marriage Visa for engaged couples applying offshore.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for a Partner Visa, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Genuine relationship: You must be legally married, have lived together for at least 12 months in a de facto relationship, or have a registered relationship in an Australian state/territory.
• Eligible sponsor: Your partner must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
• Both partners must be aged 18 or over.
• Meet health and character requirements.
• Provide evidence of a genuine and continuing relationship, such as joint bank accounts, shared bills, lease agreements, photos together, etc.
• For Subclass 300: You must intend to marry your partner within 9 months of the visa grant.

Key benefits of a partner Visa

Once granted, a Partner Visa offers significant benefits, including:

• Live legally in Australia for the duration of the visa.
• Full work rights without limitations.
• Access to study options including vocational training, college, and university.
• Access to Medicare (public healthcare) – except for Subclass 300 holders.
• Sponsor eligible dependent children or family members to migrate with you.
• Pathway to Permanent Residency and Australian Citizenship (if eligible).
• In special circumstances, such as family violence, relationship breakdown, or the sponsor’s death, applicants may still be eligible for visa progression.

Required documents

For the Applicant:

• Passport, national ID card, and birth certificate
• Passport-sized photos (4×6)
• Police clearance certificates (from Vietnam and any country of residence over 12 months)
• Health check results (as required)
• Previous marriage/divorce documentation (if applicable)
• Evidence of cohabitation: rental agreements, bills, joint photos, etc.

For the Sponsor:

• Passport or proof of citizenship/permanent residency in Australia
• Birth certificate and Australian police clearance
• Sponsorship history (if applicable)

Application fees and processing times

• Visa application fee: AUD $9,095 (payable to the Department of Home Affairs).
• Processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances and visa subclass:

>> Let NextGem Support Your Partner Visa Journey

Applying for a Partner Visa requires careful preparation, clear documentation, and a thorough understanding of the process. At NextGem, we are committed to walking alongside you every step of the way, helping you reunite with your partner and start a new chapter in Australia.