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Partner Visa (Apply Overseas) is a family visa offered to you if you are in a relationship with an Australian citizen. It is further divided into two subclasses.
Subclass 309
This visa allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian permanent resident, Australian citizen, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live temporarily in Australia. Getting this visa is the first step toward a Permanent Partner Visa (Subclass 100).
Subclass 100
Subclass 100 visa lets the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian permanent resident, Australian citizen, or an eligible New Zealand citizen live permanently in Australia. It is normally given to people who hold a Temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 309).
To be eligible, you need to fulfil the following criteria:
While applying for this visa, you may need to provide several documents like:
The process of application is online. You have to complete your application in ImmiAccount, gather your documents and pay the visa fee.
When to Apply
The visa processing can take several months. So, you should apply at least six months before you want to move to Australia.
Visa Processing Time
The visa may take about six months to process. Depending on your documents and other factors, it may take a year or more.
How to Apply
Submit your application online to avail yourself of this visa. You may also consult a visa consultant to assist you.
Duration
You can stay on the Subclass 309 visa until your Permanent Visa (Subclass 100) application is decided, or you withdraw the application. For most applicants, this stay is from 15 to 24 months. But once you avail of Partner Visa (Subclass 100), your status becomes permanent, and you may stay in the country indefinitely.
Fees
The visa may cost AUD 7,850 for the main applicant. This fee covers both the Temporary Visa (Subclass 309) and the Permanent Partner (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 100). Each family member must pay a fee when applying with you unless they hold a Dependent Child Visa (Subclass 445). There is no fee for Subclass 445 Visa holders.
Partner Visa (Subclass 309) is applicable for 15-24 months, after which you are eligible for a Permanent Visa (Subclass 100). However, you cannot travel in and outside Australia for more than five years on this visa.
Travel
Move-in or outside Australia for five years of visa.
Extension
Subclass 309 Visa is extended to Subclass 100 (Permanent Visa) after two years of stay.
Citizenship
You may apply for citizenship after availing of Subclass 100.
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