Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) – Onshore
Visa Overview
The Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) is a two-stage partner visa for the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. The Subclass 820 is the temporary stage, followed by the Subclass 801 permanent stage.
Applicants must generally be in Australia when applying for the Subclass 820.
Processing Time
Processing times vary depending on the application and individual circumstances.
Application Fees
Government visa fees may change over time. Check the current applicable fee before applying.
PR Pathway
Temporary Subclass 820 → Permanent Subclass 801.
Key Benefits
- Live in Australia with your partner
- Work and study in Australia, subject to visa conditions
- Access eligible healthcare services
- Include eligible family members where permitted
- Progress toward permanent residence
- Build your future together in Australia
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801), applicants generally need to:
- Be the spouse or de facto partner of an eligible Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
- Demonstrate a genuine and continuing relationship
- Meet the relevant relationship requirements
- Provide evidence supporting the relationship
- Meet applicable health and character requirements
- Provide all required identity and supporting documents
Important Note: Requirements and processing times can change depending on individual circumstances. Sakhi Migration recommends a personalised assessment before applying.
Application Process
01
Initial Assessment
Sakhi Migration reviews your relationship and eligibility.
02
Relationship Documentation
Prepare evidence of your relationship, identity and supporting documents.
03
Application Lodgement
Submit the complete Partner Visa application from within Australia.
04
Processing
The Department of Home Affairs assesses your application and may request additional information.
05
Visa Decision
Receive the Subclass 820 decision and, when eligible, progress toward the permanent Subclass 801 visa.
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