This assessment identifies which Partner visa pathway is most likely to apply to your relationship. Answer four questions about your circumstances to determine whether the Subclass 820/801 or Subclass 309/100 pathway fits, or whether a preliminary step is required first.
Takes under a minute. Find out which pathway fits, and what to watch for.
Partner Visa Pathway Assessment
Answer a few quick questions about your relationship and situation, and
we'll point you to the Partner visa pathway that's likely to
apply to you — modelled on the same logic used in the Department of
Home Affairs' own visa finder tool. This gives a general indication
only, not legal advice — for a proper assessment of your eligibility,
speak with one of our migration lawyers.
Question 1 of 315%
3 visa pathways might suit you
What is your relationship status with your partner?
Answer for the relationship as it stands today.
Question 2 of 345%
2 visa pathways might suit you
Is your partner an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen?
This is who would "sponsor" your visa application.
Question 3 of 470%
Have you been living together for 12 months or more, or is your relationship registered?
Home Affairs generally requires a de facto couple to have lived together for at least 12 months, unless the relationship is formally registered or there are compelling and compassionate reasons.
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When your application is submitted, will you be inside or outside Australia?
This determines whether you'd apply through the onshore or offshore Partner visa pathway.
Likely pathway
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Your relationship may not yet meet the standard 12-month de facto requirement. Depending on your situation, exceptions may apply — a registered relationship, or compelling and compassionate circumstances — but this is exactly the kind of thing worth checking with a migration lawyer before you apply.
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Visa application charges and processing times change regularly
(fees are updated every 1 July, and processing times move month to
month), so we've deliberately left them out here rather than show
you a number that might be out of date. We'll give you current
figures as part of your free assessment.
Ready to check your eligibility properly?
Book a consultation with our migration lawyers, or call 1300 207 442.
Frequently asked questions about the Partner visa pathway
Is this assessment result guaranteed that I will receive the visa?
No. This tool provides a general indication only, based on the information provided, and does not constitute legal advice. Every case depends on individual circumstances. A proper assessment of eligibility requires consultation with a migration lawyer.
What happens if our relationship doesn't meet the standard requirements?
Options remain available, including relationship registration, compelling and compassionate circumstances of provisions, or adjusting the timing of an application. A migration lawyer can assess individual circumstances and identify the appropriate course of action.
How long does a Partner visa take to process?
Processing times vary by pathway, individual circumstances, and current Department of Home Affairs caseloads. Current, accurate timeframes are provided directly by a migration lawyer, given how frequently these figures change.
How much does a Partner visa cost?
Visa application charges change on 1 July each year, so a fixed figure is not displayed on this tool to avoid publishing an outdated cost. Current fees are provided as part of a personal consultation.
Does it matter whether I am in Australia or overseas when I apply?
Yes. An applicant's location at the time of application determines whether the onshore (Subclass 820/801) or offshore (Subclass 309/100) pathway applies. Location at other stages of the process, including at decision, can also affect available options, and should be confirmed directly with a migration lawyer.
Does my partner need to be an Australian citizen or permanent resident to sponsor me?
Yes. The sponsoring partner must be an Australian citizen, an Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen. Where the partner does not currently hold one of these statuses, a Partner visa application is not yet available, and alternative pathways may need to be considered.
What if we have been together for less than 12 months and are not registered?
Couples who have not met the standard 12-month de facto requirement may still have options. Registering for the relationship, where the relevant state or territory allows it, can satisfy the requirement immediately. Compelling and compassionate circumstances are assessed on a case-by-case basis. A migration lawyer can confirm which option applies before an application is lodged.
How long do we need to live together before applying?
The Department of Home Affairs generally requires a de facto couple to have lived together for at least 12 months before applying, unless the relationship is formally registered with a state or territory, or compelling and compassionate circumstances apply. Married couples are not required to meet this 12-month requirement.
Do we need to be married to apply for a Partner visa?
No. Applicants may apply as a married couple or as a de facto couple. Couples who are engaged but not yet married or living together may instead require the Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300), which requires marriage within the visa's validity period before a Partner visa application can proceed.
What is the difference between the Subclass 820/801 and Subclass 309/100 Partner visas?
The Subclass 820/801 pathway applies to applicants who are in Australia at the time of application (onshore). The Subclass 309/100 pathway applies to applicants applying from outside Australia (offshore). Both pathways lead to permanent residency as a partner, but the process, timing, and location requirements at each stage differ.
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