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Partner Visas

Complete guide to Australian partner visa pathways for spouses, de facto partners, and prospective marriage partners.

About Partner Visas

Australian partner visas allow the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. These visas are designed to keep families together and provide a pathway to permanent residence.

Partner visas are typically granted in two stages: a temporary (provisional) visa followed by a permanent visa after approximately two years. This two-stage process allows the Department of Home Affairs to ensure the relationship is genuine and continuing.

Offshore Partner Visas

For partners applying from outside Australia

Onshore Partner Visas

For partners applying from within Australia

Prospective Marriage Visa

For those planning to marry in Australia

NZ Citizen Family

For partners of NZ citizens in Australia

Key Requirements

Relationship Requirements

  • • Married or de facto relationship
  • • Genuine and continuing relationship
  • • Living together or reason for separation
  • • Mutual commitment to shared life

Sponsor Requirements

  • • Australian citizen, PR, or eligible NZ citizen
  • • Age 18 or older
  • • Can only sponsor 2 people in lifetime
  • • 5-year sponsorship gap requirement

Health & Character

  • • Meet health requirements
  • • Police clearance certificates
  • • Character assessment
  • • Medical examinations

Documentation

  • • Marriage certificate or evidence of de facto
  • • Proof of relationship history
  • • Identity documents
  • • Statutory declarations from friends/family

Processing Information

2 Stages
Most partner visas are granted in provisional then permanent stages
~2 Years
Typical waiting period between provisional and permanent visa
Work Rights
Full work rights granted with provisional visa

Why Choose Bansal Immigration for Your Partner Visa?

Expert Guidance

Our registered migration agents have extensive experience with partner visa applications

Document Preparation

We help compile comprehensive evidence to support your relationship claims

Application Review

Thorough review of your application before submission to minimize rejection risks

Ongoing Support

Support throughout the entire process, from application to permanent residency

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