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Australia Partner Visa

Bring your spouse or de facto partner to Australia. Unrestricted work rights from day one. Pathway to Permanent Residency available.

Duration
Temporary + PR
Work Rights
Unrestricted
Processing
12–24 months
Cost
AUD $3,500+
PARTNER VISA

Bring Your Family to Australia

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Family Reunion

Visa for spouses and de facto partners (same-sex or opposite-sex) of Australian citizens and PR holders.

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Unrestricted Work

Work in any field, any industry, full-time or part-time. No employment restrictions from day one of visa grant.

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Study Rights

Access to Australian education system. Children can attend government schools. PR pathway available for partner.

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Settle Together

Live permanently in Australia with your sponsor. Build a life together in a multicultural country with strong economy.

ELIGIBILITY

Who Can Apply for Partner Visa?

✅ Partner Requirements:
  • Be the spouse of an Australian citizen/PR holder
  • Be in a genuine de facto relationship (same-sex or opposite-sex)
  • Proof of relationship: marriage certificate or de facto evidence (12+ months together)
  • English language: IELTS 4.5+ or equivalent (lower than most visas)
  • Health & character: Medical exam, police clearance required
  • No age restrictions
✅ Sponsor Requirements:
  • Australian citizen, PR holder, or eligible new Zealand citizen
  • Financial capacity to support partner (usually AUD $20K+)
  • No criminal or civil liability issues
VISA PATHWAY

Stage 1 (Temporary) → Stage 2 (Permanent)

📍 Stage 1: Temporary Partner Visa (subclass 820)
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Work: Unrestricted from grant
  • Processing: 12–24 months (can be lengthy)
  • Requirements: Meet health, character, and financial requirements
✅ Stage 2: Permanent Partner Visa (subclass 801)
  • Eligibility: After 2 years on Stage 1 visa
  • Requirement: Relationship still genuine, health/character clearance
  • Outcome: Permanent Residency — live, work, study in Australia indefinitely
  • Path to Citizenship: Eligible after 4 years PR (total 6 years on partner visas)
⚠️ Important: Processing times are often lengthy (12–24 months or longer). OEVS helps manage expectations and expedite documentation to reduce delays.

Ready to bring your partner to Australia?

Book a free consultation with our licensed MARN agents. We'll explain visa options, processing times, and PR pathways.