Partner Visa (Apply in Australia) – Subclass 820 & 801
The Partner Visa allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia. In most cases, you can apply for both the temporary (Subclass 820) and permanent (Subclass 801) partner visas together.
The Partner Visa (onshore) includes:
- Partner Visa (Temporary) – Subclass 820
- Partner Visa (Permanent) – Subclass 801
The Temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 820) allows you to live, work, and study in Australia while the permanent partner visa (Subclass 801) is being processed. You can generally travel in and out of Australia while your visa remains valid.
- Live, work and study in Australia while your PR stage is processed
- Access to Medicare (if eligible)
- Free English classes through Adult Migrant English Program (if eligible)
- Travel to and from Australia (subject to visa conditions)
- Visa fee: AUD $9,095 for most applicants
- From AUD $1,515 onwards for eligible Subclass 300 holders
- Estimated processing: 5 to 23 months (may vary)
The Permanent Partner Visa (Subclass 801) allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia permanently. This visa stage is usually granted to applicants who already hold a valid Temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 820).
- Live and work in Australia permanently
- Access Medicare (if eligible)
- Attend free English classes (if eligible)
- Sponsor eligible family members
- Travel in and out of Australia for up to 5 years from grant
- Estimated processing: 12 to 20 months from the date of application (may vary)
- Final decision depends on relationship evidence and case assessment
Need help with your Partner Visa (820/801)?
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