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Family and Partner Visas

Bring your loved ones to Australia.

Australia offers a variety of visas to help Australian citizens and permanent residents reunite with family members, including partners, children, and parents. Understanding the right visa type and meeting its specific requirements is essential for a successful application.

 

Family Visas

Family visas are designed to reunite relatives in Australia. Some of the main options include:
  • Child Visa (Subclass 101 or 802): For children applying from outside or within Australia.
  • Aged Parent Visa (Subclass 804): Allows older parents to stay permanently.
  • Contributory Parent Visa (Subclass 143): Offers faster processing for parents willing to pay a higher application charge.
  • New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 461): For family members of New Zealand citizens living in Australia.
  • Sponsored Parent (Temporary) Visa (Subclass 870): Allows parents to stay temporarily.

 

Common Requirements for Family Visas:
  • Proof of Relationship: Documentation establishing parent-child or other family ties.
  • Sponsorship: Must be sponsored by an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • Assurance of Support: A commitment to financially support the arriving family member.

 

For further details, visit the Family and Partner Visas section on the Department of Home Affairs website

 

Partner Visas

Partner visas allow spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia.

 

  • Types of Partner Visas:
    • Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801): For partners already in Australia. Grants temporary residency while the permanent visa is processed.
    • Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100): For partners applying from outside Australia.

 

  • Two-Stage Process:
    • Temporary Partner Visa: Granted after proving relationship criteria.
    • Permanent Visa Stage: Typically two years later, applicants may become eligible for a permanent visa (Subclass 801 or 100). In some cases, permanent residency may be granted at the same time as the temporary visa if the evidence of a genuine relationship is strong.

 

  • Partner of a New Zealand Citizen:
    • Subclass 461: For partners of New Zealand citizens who cannot qualify as eligible New Zealand citizens but hold or can obtain a Special Category Visa (Subclass 444). Allows a stay of up to five years.

 

  • Key Requirements for Partner Visas:
    • Marital Status: Legally married or in a de facto relationship.
    • Mutual Commitment: Evidence of a genuine and continuing relationship.
    • Cohabitation: Living together, or temporarily apart for valid reasons.
    • Health and Character: Must meet Australian migration health and character requirements.

 

How We Can Help

Family and partner visa applications can be complex. Our migration experts guide you through every step, helping you choose the most suitable pathway based on your circumstances.

 

Book a consultation with us today to receive personalised advice and make the journey to reunite with your loved ones in Australia as smooth as possible.