Visa Options
If you are in Australia
Partner temporary visa (subclass 820) and permanent visa (subclass 801)
This visa applies to those wishing to enter or stay in Australia with their partner who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. A permanent visa may be issued if two (2) years after the application is made the relationship remains.
If you are outside Australia
Partners of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens may apply to enter and/or remain permanently in Australia. Partners include:
- people intending to get married (fiancés)
- married (de jure) partners
- de facto partners (including those in a same-sex relationship)
Partner Temporary Visa (Subclass 309) and Permanent Visa (Subclass 100)
This visa is suitable for overseas applicants who want to enter and stay in Australia with their partner. Their partner must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. A permanent visa may be granted if the relation is ongoing after two years.
Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)
This visa is suitable for overseas applicants to enter Australia and then marry their fiancé. Their fiancé must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. Holders of this visa can apply to remain permanently in Australia after they marry.
