1. Onshore Partner Visa – Subclass 820 (Temporary) & 801 (Permanent)
- Apply while you are in Australia
- Temporary visa (820) is granted first
- After two years, if the relationship continues, you may receive the permanent visa (801)
2. Offshore Partner Visa – Subclass 309 (Temporary) & 100 (Permanent)
- Apply while outside Australia
- Temporary visa (309) is granted first
- After two years, you may qualify for the permanent visa (100)
🔹 Key Requirements
- Must be married or in a genuine de facto relationship
- De facto couples must usually show 12 months of living together, unless relationship is legally registered
- Provide strong relationship evidence
- Meet health and character requirements
🔹 Benefits
- Live, work, and study in Australia
- Access to Medicare (after temporary visa grant)
- Include dependent children
- Pathway to permanent residency and eventually citizenship
🔹 Processing Times (Approximate)
| Visa Stage | Processing Time |
|---|---|
| Subclass 820 | 21–25 months |
| Subclass 801 | Additional 12+ months after 2-year wait |
| Subclass 309 | 13–18 months |
| Subclass 100 | Similar to 801 (after 2 years) |
