Partner Spouse Visa

Partner Spouse Visa

Australia offers partner and spouse visas for individuals seeking to join their Australian partner or spouse. Our migration services provide comprehensive assistance to couples navigating the partner/spouse visa application process. We offer expert guidance to ensure that applicants meet all requirements and successfully obtain their visas.

 

. Understanding Partner/Spouse Visa Options

  • Visa Subclasses: Provide information on the various partner and spouse visa subclasses, including:
    • Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801): For those who are in a de facto relationship or married to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
    • Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300): For individuals intending to marry their Australian partner within 9 months of entering Australia.
    • Spouse Visa (Subclass 309/100): For those who are outside Australia and seeking to join their Australian partner or spouse.

2. Eligibility Assessment

  • Relationship Requirements: Assess eligibility based on relationship criteria, including the length of the relationship, cohabitation, and evidence of a genuine and ongoing relationship.
  • Financial and Health Requirements: Evaluate compliance with financial support and health requirements, including health checks and character assessments.

3. Document Preparation

  • Required Documents: Provide a checklist of necessary documents for the visa application, including evidence of relationship, personal identification, financial statements, and health checks.
  • Document Collection: Assist in gathering, preparing, and verifying all required documents to meet application standards.

4. Application Process

  • Visa Application Forms: Guide applicants through completing and submitting the visa application forms online or via paper applications.
  • Lodgement and Fees: Assist with the online lodgement of the visa application and payment of applicable fees.

5. Evidence of Relationship

  • Evidence Collection: Help in collecting and presenting evidence of a genuine relationship, such as joint financial responsibilities, shared accommodation, and social recognition.
  • Statutory Declarations: Provide guidance on obtaining statutory declarations from friends and family to support the relationship claims.

6. Interviews and Additional Requests

  • Interview Preparation: Prepare applicants for potential interviews by explaining the types of questions asked and how to effectively communicate their relationship details.
  • Additional Information Requests: Assist in responding to any additional information or documentation requests from the Department of Home Affairs.

7. Visa Conditions and Compliance

  • Understanding Conditions: Explain the conditions attached to the partner/spouse visa, including residency requirements and reporting obligations.
  • Compliance Monitoring: Provide ongoing support to ensure that visa conditions are met throughout the visa period.

8. Post-Visa Services

  • Permanent Residency: Provide guidance on applying for permanent residency once the initial partner/spouse visa conditions are fulfilled.
  • Citizenship Pathways: Offer advice on pathways to Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.

9. Appeals and Reviews

  • Visa Refusals: Provide guidance on the appeals process if a visa application is refused, including preparing additional documentation and submitting appeal applications.
  • Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT): Assist in lodging appeals with the AAT if required.