At Ten Heads, connecting families and loved ones is at the heart of what we do, and our 100% success rate in Partner Visa applications reflects our commitment to this mission.
At Ten Heads, we recognise that each relationship is unique, and we provide personalised support to ensure the smoothest possible visa application process. With our meticulous attention to detail and extensive expertise, we guide you through the intricate requirements, helping you gather the necessary evidence to meet the below for a successful application:
With our unwavering commitment to success, our expert team of professionals will guide you through the complex web of Australia’s immigration process, ensuring that your Partner Visa application is prepared with utmost precision and care.
Trust in our 100% Partner Visa Success Rate and take advantage of our expert guidance and support. Book a 15-minute consultation with one of our Registered Migration Agents today, and we’ll guide you on the path to success.
Depending on your current location, there are two types of Australian Partner Visas available: onshore and offshore. The onshore application is for individuals already in Australia, as long as there are no conditions attached to their existing substantive visa that prohibit them from applying. The offshore application is for those applying for a Partner Visa outside Australia.
Our team of experts will navigate the intricacies of your specific situation, ensuring that your application adheres to the relevant regulations and guidelines. We handle the entire application process with precision and care, maximising your chances of a successful outcome.
Discover the various pathways for Partner Visas and gain a deeper understanding of your options. Find detailed information on the onshore and offshore applications, along with the eligibility criteria and requirements below and take the next step towards being with your loved ones in Australia.
If you’re currently in Australia and wish to stay with your partner who is an Australian citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, the Onshore Partner Visa offers you this opportunity. This visa comprises two stages – temporary (Subclass 820) and permanent (Subclass 801) – enabling you to reside in Australia with your partner. Typically, Subclass 820 Temporary Visa is granted initially and then the Subclass 801 Permanent Visa is assessed and granted at a later stage. However, for couples in long-term relationships, particularly those who have shared their lives for a substantial period (either three years of living together or two years of cohabitation along with having a child together), there exists the option to request for the grant of the temporary 820 visa and permanent 801 visa together.
If you are the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident, or eligible New Zealand Citizen, Subclass 820 allows you to live in Australia temporarily. This is the initial step toward obtaining a permanent Partner visa (Subclass 801).
For those who qualify, Subclass 801 provides the opportunity to live in Australia permanently as the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. This visa is granted to individuals currently holding a temporary Partner visa (Subclass 820).
Offshore Partner Visas are specifically designed for individuals outside of Australia who are in a relationship with an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen and wish to live in Australia. Typically, Subclass 309 Temporary Visa is granted initially and then the Subclass 100 Permanent Visa is assessed and granted at a later stage. However, for couples in long-term relationships, particularly those who have shared their lives for a substantial period (either three years of living together or two years of cohabitation along with having a child together), there exists the option to request for the grant of the temporary 309 visa and permanent 100 visa together.
To be eligible, you must be in a genuine relationship with your spouse or de facto partner who is:
This visa is intended for de facto partners or spouses of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens living outside Australia. It allows them to live in Australia temporarily. Subclass 309 is the first step towards obtaining a permanent Partner visa (Subclass 100).
This permanent visa pathway is designed for individuals in genuine relationships with Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. It provides the opportunity for permanent residency in Australia. This visa is granted to individuals already holding a temporary Partner visa (Subclass 309).
Book a 15-minute Zoom consultation with our Registered Migration Agent to discuss your case and start your journey towards family reunification in Australia.
If you are in de-facto or married relationship with an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen*, then you may be eligible to apply for a Partner visa for Australia.
If you are onshore, you may be eligible to apply for SC 820 Partner visa (Temporary) and SC 801 Partner visa (Permanent)
If you are onshore, you may be eligible to apply for SC 309 Partner visa (Provisional) and Sc 100 Partner visa (Migrant)
The basic requirement* to apply for a Partner relationship is that you are in a genuine, committed, and ongoing relationship with an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen*.
You can be in a defacto relationship or a married relationship. As a de facto, you need to be in a relationship for at least 12 months before your apply for the Partner visa, unless your relationship is registered In Australia.
You also need to provide evidence that you are in a genuine and continuing relationship. There are 4 pillars of a partner relationship and the case officers will assess your application against all the 4 pillars before considering granting the visa:
If you have registered your relationship in Australia, then you can apply for Partner visa before the 12 month relationship period.
Yes, Australia accepts same sex de facto and married relationships.
We believe that decision ready application is the first thing you should do to get the visa granted as soon as possible. Providing very clear and accurate evidence of your relationship also helps the case officers take quick decisions.
Yes, you can include children from previous relationships if they fulfil the dependent secondary applicant definition.
As long as the case officer has enough evidence that your relationship is genuine and continuing – you may be staying in different countries. These cases are assessed on a case-by-case basis. An extra important point for consideration for the Department is the reasons you have been living separately – are genuine. For example, work or further studies etc.
Yes, Partner visa holders have full work rights and can live, work and study in Australia without any restrictions.
You are eligible to be assessed for the Partner visa – Permanent Residency visa – 2 years after the Partner visa application is made.
If you are in a long-term relationship*, you may be eligible to be assessed for Permanent Residency at the same time as the assessment of your Temporary visa* application.
*Long-term relationship is – if you are in a relationship for at least three years (or two years if you have a child from the relationship)
A sponsor can only sponsor two partners for a Partner visa application in their lifetime. In addition, your sponsor should not have sponsored the previous partner within the last 5 years. There can be exemptions provided – in very limited circumstances.
It is less likely that you will be interviewed.
If the case officer has residual doubts regarding your case, then you, your sponsor and other witnesses/friends and family may be interviewed.
Yes, you can notify the Department that you will need an interpreter- if you are more comfortable in your own language.
Yes, there are two primary benefits of applying for a Partner visa onshore*.
*There are some pre-requisites to applying a Partner visa onshore and these can be checked on a case-by-case basis. So, it is highly recommended to take complete advice from a Registered Migration Agent.
A relationship is between two adults so if your family do not support your relationship, you are still eligible to apply for a Partner visa application. The key is to provide supporting statements by family/friends – who support your relationship. Further advice can be provided on a case-by-case basis.
The top three reasons that a Partner visa is refused are:
You may be eligible for a Merit’s review through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Kindly note that if you are eligible to apply for the review application, you will only have a limited period to apply for the review application.
The Departmental officers prefer decision-ready applications so we always recommend our clients to complete the medicals and submit the police checks as soon as possible after submitting the visa application.
Many partners who come to us have some degree of complexity in their cases. Australian Migration Law and policy is highly complex and mostly has fixed rules. It is best to seek advice from a Registered Migration Agent.
We can help by firstly, setting up a consultation with our Registered Migration Agent – who will understand the complete case and provide step-by-step instructions.
We also help by providing complete document checklists and templates – so a decision ready application can be submitted.
We also help by handholding till the final processing of the application.
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