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Partner & Family Visas · Australia
Partner & Family
Visa Pathways
Subclass 820/801, 309/100, and 300 — relationship-based migration support for couples and families reuniting in Australia.
MARN: 2619317
Which Partner Visa is Right for You?
| Your Situation | Recommended Visa |
|---|---|
| Already married / de facto & in Australia | 820 / 801 |
| Already married / de facto & outside Australia | 309 / 100 |
| Engaged, planning to marry in Australia | 300 |
Speak with a MARA registered migration agent to confirm the best partner visa pathway for your relationship.
Subclass 820 / 801
Partner Visa (Onshore)
Two-stage: temporary 820 → permanent 801
The Partner visa (subclass 820/801) allows the partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. Both visa stages are lodged together at the same time — the temporary stage (820) is granted first, then the permanent stage (801) is assessed approximately two years later when a longer relationship is demonstrated.
Subclass 820 — Temporary Partner Visa
- Live in Australia
- Work without restriction
- Study in Australia
- Access Medicare
- Remain in Australia while permanent stage is processed
Basic Requirements
- Applicant must be in Australia
- Married or in a genuine de facto relationship
- Relationship is genuine and continuing
- Sponsor is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen
- Evidence across four aspects: Financial, Household, Social, and Commitment
- Health and character requirements
📋 801 permanent stage is usually assessed around 2 years after application date. Earlier assessment may apply for long-term relationships.
Subclass 309 / 100
Partner Visa (Offshore)
Two-stage: temporary 309 → permanent 100
The Partner visa (subclass 309/100) is for partners who are outside Australia when applying. Like the onshore visa, both stages are lodged together with the permanent stage assessed later — usually about two years after lodgement.
Subclass 309 — Temporary Partner Visa
- Live, work, and study in Australia
- Access Medicare
- Travel to and from Australia freely
Basic Requirements
- Applicant is outside Australia at time of application
- Married or in a genuine de facto relationship
- Genuine and continuing relationship
- Eligible Australian sponsor
- Strong documentary evidence across all relationship aspects
- Health and character checks
📋 100 permanent stage is usually assessed about 2 years from application lodgement. Earlier assessment may apply where the relationship is long-term.
Subclass 300
Prospective Marriage Visa
Engaged to an Australian? Enter, marry, then apply for partner visa
The Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300) is for people engaged to an Australian citizen or permanent resident who intend to marry in Australia. It allows the applicant to enter Australia, marry their partner, and then apply for an onshore partner visa (820/801).
What the 300 Visa Allows
- Stay in Australia for 9–15 months
- Travel in and out of Australia
- Work and study in Australia
- Apply for a Partner visa (820/801) after marriage
Basic Requirements
- Applicant is outside Australia when applying
- Both parties are legally free to marry
- Must have met in person
- Intend to marry within the visa period
- Genuine relationship evidence required
- Marriage must be lawful under Australian law
- Health and character requirements
📋 This visa does not grant permanent residency by itself. A partner visa (820/801) application must be lodged after marriage.
This visa does not grant permanent residency. A partner visa must be lodged after the marriage takes place.
Reunite with the People
Who Matter Most
Book a migration assessment to identify the right partner or family visa pathway for your relationship and circumstances.