Applying for an Australian Partner Visa can be complex since it requires careful planning and meeting specific eligibility criteria. If you are married or in a de facto relationship with an Australian citizen or a permanent resident, you need to understand the prerequisites before you can apply.

You can consult with an Australian partner visa agent in Melbourne since these professionals can help you with the process in detail.

Relationship Requirements

If you wish to qualify for a Partner Visa (subclass 820/801 for onshore applications or subclass 309/100 for offshore applications), you need to be in an authentic and ongoing relationship with your sponsor. Besides, the relationship needs to fall into one of the following categories:

Married Couples: The marriage needs to be legally recognised in Australia. However, if you are married overseas, your marriage needs to meet Australian legal requirements.
De Facto Partners: To apply for the partner visa, you need to be in a de facto relationship for at least 12 months. However, there are certain exceptions to this clause. For instance, if you have children or you are registering your relationship in an Australian state or territory.

Sponsorship Requirements

You need to learn about the sponsorship requirements before you can apply for the Australian partnership visa. This includes:-

Your partner needs to be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident
He or she must be at least 18 years old
Your partner has not been barred from sponsoring due to previous visa breaches or limits to sponsorship
He or she must agree to provide financial and emotional support to you for at least two years

If these conditions are met, then only you can apply for the partner visa.

Relationship Proof

Before you can apply, it is best to book an appointment with a partner visa consultant in Melbourne. He or she will guide you with the relationship proof that you need according to the authorities.

This includes:-

Financial evidence, which includes shared expenses, joint bank accounts, assets, etc.
Social proof that includes your social media posts and invitations addressed to you and your partner
Your rental agreements, mortgage documents, utility bills, etc. as proof of address
Your travel records, or wills where you name each other as beneficiaries, etc.

Having these documents will increase your chances of receiving the approval.

Health and Character Requirements

You and your partner will need to furnish health and character requirements as part of the law.

Some of the documents that you need to submit include:-

A medical check-up and chest X-ray
Police clearance certificates from places where you have lived for more than 12 months or more in the past 10 years.

Visa Application Fees

Finally, to get an Australian Partner Visa, you will need to pay the application fees.

If you have an immigration attorney working with you, he or she can guide you with the basic and additional costs.

Schedule an Appointment

To book an appointment with our visa agents at Visa Pro Migration & Education Services, call us or send us an email. You can also send your details through the online form on the Contact Us page, and we will connect with you.