Australia · Family Visas

Partner visa (subclasses 309/100)

The offshore partner visa is for the spouse or de facto partner of an eligible Australian, applying from outside Australia, first for a provisional visa (309) and then permanent (100).

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

Couples where the applicant lives outside Australia.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Married or in a de facto relationship
  • Applicant outside Australia when applying and when the 309 is granted
  • Eligible sponsor
  • Health and character requirements
Process

How the process works

  1. Apply online from outside Australia
  2. Health checks and police certificates
  3. The 309 is granted and you can travel
  4. The permanent 100 is assessed after the waiting period
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Relationship evidence
  • Sponsor documents
  • Police certificates and health checks
Good to know

What to keep in mind

You must be outside Australia when the provisional visa is decided.

Official source: Official source. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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