Partner Visa (Temporary) (subclass 820)
The Partner visa (Temporary) (subclass 820) is a temporary visa that allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live and work in Australia while their permanent Partner visa (subclass 801) application is being processed. This visa is the first step towards obtaining a permanent partner visa.
What this visa offers
Family reunification
- Join partner in Australia.
Temporary stay
- Remain while processing permanent visa.
Work rights
- Unlimited work opportunities.
Study options
- Access to education, training.
Multiple entries
- Frequent entry, exit flexibility.
Cultural exchange
- Experience Australian lifestyle.
Pathway to permanence
- Upgrade to permanent visa.
Personal growth
- Enhance independence, adaptability.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for this visa, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be in a genuine relationship with your spouse or de facto partner who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
- Have your spouse or de facto partner sponsor you
- Be in Australia when you apply for this visa and when the Australian Department of Home Affairs decide your temporary visa application. Family who apply with you must also be in Australia
- Not have had a visa cancelled or an application refused
- Not hold certain regional visas
- Be the right age
- Meet relationship requirements
- Meet our health requirement
- Meet our character requirement
- Have no debt to the Australian Government
- Best interests of the child.
Application Process
Check your eligibility and apply for the Partner visa (Temporary) (subclass 820) with the help of our expert migration consultants.
Partner Visa (Permanent) (subclass 801)
The Partner visa (Permanent) (subclass 801) is for de facto partners or spouses of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens who want to live in Australia permanently. This visa is generally granted to people who hold a temporary Partner visa (subclass 820).
What this visa offers
Live & work freely in Australia
- You have the freedom to live and work anywhere in Australia without restrictions.
Indefinite residency
- Your 5-year visa can be renewed an unlimited number of times.
Family support
- Sponsorship is available for eligible family members.
Medicare benefits
- Eligible for comprehensive health coverage through Medicare.
Homeownership assistance
- Eligible for a $10,000 first home owners grant.
Higher education funding
- Access financial aid through Higher Education Loans Program (HELP).
A clear path to citizenship
- After 4 years of residency, you can become an Australian citizen.
Citizenship for children
- Children of permanent residents are automatically citizens.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Partner visa (Permanent) (subclass 801), you must:
- Hold a temporary Partner visa (subclass 820) or Dependent Child visa (subclass 445)
- Be in a genuine and ongoing relationship with your sponsor
- Continue to meet the relationship requirements
- Have no debts owed to the Australian government or have arranged to pay debts back
Application Process
Apply for the Partner visa (Permanent) (subclass 801) with our migration consultants’ expert guidance.
