Partner Visas
Build the life of your dreams with your partner in Australia. Our partner visa lawyers in Melbourne can help you prepare and lodge decision-ready applications to secure your future together.
Bring Your Partner to Australia
Every year, thousands of married, de facto and engaged couples apply for partner visas in Australia. They must provide clear, correct and complete documentation as well as proof of a genuine relationship for the greatest chance of success.
At Aurelia Legal, our partner visa lawyers are highly experienced in Australian migration law, including spouse or partner immigration and visa matters. We can help you navigate complex immigration laws, understand visa requirements, and create decision-ready applications to strengthen your case for a smooth partner visa approval process.
Partner Visa Application Process
In most cases, you must be the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to apply for a partner visa. You will apply for the temporary and permanent partner visas together.
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Get Expert Help
If you need application help, you should appoint a registered Australian migration agent or lawyer at this stage to leverage their legal expertise.
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Gather Documents
Prepare all the documents necessary for your Australian partner visa application. This may include written evidence, translations and photos.
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Apply For The Visa
Apply for your visa online. Choose the right visa subclass as that determines whether you must be on or offshore to apply for the visa.
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Await The Outcome
Wait for the outcome. Additional information or documents may be requested during this time. The final decision will be issued in writing.
How We Can Help You
1. Assessment
Once you have contacted us for a consultation, our partner visa lawyers in Melbourne will get the details of your case and perform a thorough assessment. We will then work out the available visa options and recommend the best possible pathway for your spouse immigration needs.
2. Visa Application & Document Preparation
After the partner visa option is decided, our spouse visa lawyers will assist you with preparing your visa application. This includes guiding you on which documents to compile and how to do so to lodge a decision-ready application.
3. Visa Application Lodging
After all documents have been compiled and you have drafted and approved the visa application, our lawyers will lodge the spouse visa application with the Department of Home Affairs and reply to any queries from the Department on your behalf.
If your partner visa application has been rejected but you have a right to have the case reviewed, our partner visa lawyers can help you lodge a review application with the Administrative Appeals Tribunal and prepare for the hearing.
Types of Partner Visas
In Australia, there are three types of partner visas available. Choosing the right subclass of visa to apply for can greatly influence your chances of success.
Subclass 309/100 – Partner Visa
This offshore partner visa application is for people who have a spouse or de facto partner that is out of Australia. The two-step process involves first lodging the partner visa application, then the sponsorship application online through ImmiAccount.
Subclass 820/801 – Partner Visa
This onshore partner visa application is for people who have a spouse or de facto partner that is in Australia. The two-step process involves first lodging the partner visa application, then the sponsorship application online through ImmiAccount.
Subclass 300 – Prospective Marriage Visa
This provisional visa is granted for the future partners of sponsors to travel to Australia and marry them within the visa period (9-15 months). Couples intending to stay in Australia can apply for the other partner visa subclasses after the marriage or before this visa expires. It can be applied via ImmiAccount.
Why Choose Aurelia Legal?
01. Deeply Experienced
Our Principal Consultant, Nilesh Bansal, has over 10 years of experience in migration law and has handled many different types of cases.
02. Excellent Success Rate
Our knowledge and expertise have allowed us to establish an enviable track record of client successes.
03. Transparent Fees
We pride ourselves on having reasonable fees and being upfront about any costs before we start the process. No hidden fees involved.
04. Unparalleled Customer Service
We believe in honesty, compassion and dedication. Success for us is nothing less than your complete satisfaction with the outcome.
Excellent success rate
Many happy clients over the years
Over 10 years of Migration Law Experience
Knowledgeable and Experienced
Frequently Asked Questions
No, not at all. If you and your partner have lived together for at least 12 months, then you may qualify for the de facto criteria and can apply based on that. However, even this could be waived in some cases, so it is important to clarify with an experienced partner visa agent or lawyer.
Different partner visa subclasses have different costs and conditions. Our partner visa lawyers in Melbourne can provide recommendations on the best pathways for your situation after a consultation to gather all the necessary details.
Generally, you will need to prepare – at minimum – identification documents and evidence of a genuine relationship with your partner. You may also be asked to provide health examination results, character documents, biometrics and more. With their experience in spouse immigration, our lawyers will be able to provide more detailed information on your case via consultation.
Visa processing times in Australia vary widely by the type of visa, the complexity of each case and whether the documentation is accurate and complete. Your partner visa lawyer will be able to share more insights on a likely or standard timeframe.
No, as long as you apply for the correct visa subclass. Conversely, if you are already in Australia, you do not have to leave Australia while waiting for the visa approval if you apply under the right subclass – you will typically be granted a bridging visa. However, our partner visa lawyers can share more details on the full process for your case.
Your partner visa application could be rejected if either the sponsor or applicant do not meet the eligibility criteria, have not submitted sufficient proof of your relationship, failed to respond to Department requests for additional information, or if domestic violence and/or criminal history is involved.
These are just some possible scenarios, so it is best to ensure your initial application is decision-ready and has covered all bases as much as possible.