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Australia Partner Visa: Complete Guide for 2025
Everything you need to know about applying for an Australian Partner Visa to join your spouse or de facto partner in Australia.
Md. Nasimul Haque
Freelancer
October 29, 2025
12 min read
Joining your partner in Australia?
The Australian Partner Visa allows married or de facto partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia. This comprehensive guide covers the application process and requirements.
Visa Options
1. **Subclass 820/801 (Onshore)** - Apply while in Australia - Temporary visa (820) leads to permanent visa (801)Eligibility Requirements
- Be married or in a de facto relationship for at least 12 months - Your partner must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen - Meet health and character requirements - Have a genuine and continuing relationshipRequired Documents
1. **Relationship Evidence** - Marriage certificate or de facto registration - Joint financial documents (bank accounts, loans) - Joint household responsibilities (bills, lease agreements) - Social aspects of relationship (photos, travel documents, statements from friends)2. **Identity Documents** - Passports for both partners - Birth certificates - National ID cards
3. **Sponsor Documents** - Australian citizenship or permanent residency proof - Sponsor approval form
4. **Health and Character** - Medical examination results - Police clearance certificates from all countries lived in
Application Process
Step 1: Gather Evidence Collect at least 12 months of relationship evidence and all required documents.Step 2: Create ImmiAccount Set up an account on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Step 3: Lodge Application Submit your application online and pay the visa application charge.
Step 4: Provide Additional Information Respond to any requests for more information promptly.
Step 5: Wait for Decision Processing times can range from 12 to 24 months.
Processing Times
- 75% of applications: 12 months - 90% of applications: 24 months - Temporary to permanent transition: Additional 12-18 monthsTips for Success
✅ Start collecting relationship evidence early ✅ Be honest and transparent in your application ✅ Provide plenty of photos spanning your entire relationship ✅ Include statutory declarations from friends and family ✅ Keep copies of all documents submitted ✅ Consider using a registered migration agent for complex casesCommon Pitfalls
❌ Insufficient relationship evidence ❌ Inconsistent information across documents ❌ Failure to meet health or character requirements ❌ Applying for wrong visa subclass ❌ Missing application deadlines Begin your Partner Visa journey with confidence and thorough preparation for a successful outcome!Tags
#Australia#Partner Visa#Spouse Visa#Family Reunion
About the Author
Md. Nasimul Haque
Freelancer
