Partner Visa (Offshore Subclass 309 & Onshore Subclass 100)

The Partner visa (subclass 309 and subclass 100) is designed for individuals who are in a genuine and ongoing relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, and wish to live with their partner in Australia. Here's an overview of the offshore subclass 309 and onshore subclass 100 Partner visas:

Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309)

• The subclass 309 visa is the temporary component of the Partner visa and allows the applicant to live in Australia temporarily while the permanent subclass 100 visa application is being processed.
• Applicants for the subclass 309 visa must be outside Australia when they apply and when the visa is granted.
• To be eligible, the applicant must be in a genuine and ongoing relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, and meet other eligibility criteria.

Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 100)

• The subclass 100 visa is the permanent component of the Partner visa and allows the applicant to live in Australia indefinitely with their partner.
• Applicants for the subclass 100 visa must be in Australia when they apply and when the visa is granted.
• To be eligible, the applicant must continue to be in a genuine and ongoing relationship with their Australian partner and meet other eligibility criteria.

Key Points:

• Both the subclass 309 and subclass 100 visas require the sponsorship of the applicant's Australian partner.
• Applicants and their Australian partners must provide evidence to demonstrate the genuine and ongoing nature of their relationship, including evidence of cohabitation, financial interdependence, and social aspects of the relationship.
• The application process involves submitting a combined application for both the subclass 309 and subclass 100 visas. Once the temporary subclass 309 visa is granted, the applicant is eligible to apply for the permanent subclass 100 visa after meeting certain criteria, such as the required waiting period.
• Health and character requirements must be met by both the applicant and their Australian partner.
• Processing times for partner visas can vary depending on individual circumstances and the volume of applications being processed by the Department of Home Affairs.

Overall, the offshore subclass 309 and onshore subclass 100 Partner visas provide a pathway for individuals in genuine and ongoing relationships with Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live together in Australia. It's essential to carefully review the eligibility criteria and provide thorough documentation to support the visa application.