Family & Partner Visas
Partner visa pathways for couples
Whether you're applying onshore or offshore, partner visa applications are evidence-heavy and outcomes turn on relationship documentation. Our partner migration agents guide you through every stage.
Common subclasses
820 / 801
Onshore Partner Visa
Two-stage pathway for partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible NZ citizens already in Australia.
309 / 100
Offshore Partner Visa
Provisional and permanent partner visas for applicants outside Australia at the time of application.
300
Prospective Marriage
For applicants engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible NZ citizen.
461
NZ Family Relationship
For non-NZ family members of NZ citizens living in Australia.
Eligibility considerations
These are general factors only — every matter is fact-specific.
- Genuine and continuing relationship with an eligible sponsor
- Sponsor eligibility (citizenship/PR status, sponsorship limitations)
- Health and character requirements
- Sufficient evidence across financial, social, household and commitment aspects
What to expect
- 1Initial consultation reviewing your relationship history and timing
- 2Document checklist tailored to your situation
- 3Application preparation and lodgement by the migration agent
- 4Ongoing case management through to decision
Speak to a specialist migration agent
Take our short eligibility quiz and we'll match you to a vetted Australian migration agent.