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Partner (Provisional and Migrant Visa) (Subclass 309/100)

The Partner (Provisional and Migrant visa) (subclass 309 and 100) allows those individuals to live in Australia who are a spouse or de facto partner of an either Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.

The provisional 309 visa is a temporary visa while the migrant 100 visa is a permanent. The temporary provisional 309 visa is granted first, which allows the applicant to stay in Australia for two years and apply for the migrant 100 visa within that duration.

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Eligibility Criteria

For Partner (Provisional) (Subclass 309)

You must be outside of Australia when lodging an application and when the decision is made
You must be spouse or de facto partner of Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.
You must be at least 18 years of age or more when you apply for this visa (applied to both spouse and de facto partner)
You must have a sponsor if your partner is less than 18 years of age (your partner’s parent or guardian who are an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen.)
You must meet health and character requirements
You must have repaid all the debts to the Australian government (if any) before the visa is granted.

For Partner (Migrant) (Subclass 100)

You must hold a temporary partner visa (subclass 309)
You must be in the continued marriage or de facto relationship unless there are special circumstances
You must have abide by with all Australian laws and the conditions on temporary 309 visa

Health and Character Requirements

You and all the family members included in the visa application must have:

Health check-ups done within 12 months of applying for the visa
Police certificate from countries you have lived in for 12 months or more in the past ten years

Obligations for Sponsors

Sponsors must provide following things for two years after the applicant enters Australia on temporary migrant 309 visa

Accommodation
Financial support including English language courses if require
Other support like child care if require

Family Members in Visa Application

You can include children or step children in your application

Visit:- https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/partner-offshore/provisional-309 to know the eligibility requirements for family members.
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FAQs About Partner (Provisional and Migrant Visa) (SUBCLASS 309/100)

The subclass 309/100 visa is designed for individuals who are in a genuine and ongoing relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. It allows the partner to enter and stay in Australia on a temporary basis (subclass 309) while their permanent partner visa (subclass 100) application is being processed.

The subclass 309 visa is a temporary visa that allows you to live, work, and study in Australia while your permanent partner visa (subclass 100) application is being assessed. Once you meet the eligibility requirements and your permanent partner visa is granted, you can remain in Australia permanently.

You need to submit one combined application for both the subclass 309 and subclass 100 visas. You can apply online through the Department of Home Affairs website or by using a paper application form.

The eligibility criteria generally include being in a genuine and ongoing relationship with an eligible partner, meeting health and character requirements, and meeting specific requirements based on your circumstances. The Australian partner (sponsor) also needs to provide sponsorship and meet certain requirements.

Yes, you can include dependent family members, such as children, in your application. They will need to meet certain criteria as well.

Processing times can vary, but it generally takes several months to a year or more for the subclass 309 visa to be processed. Once the subclass 309 visa is granted and the waiting period has passed, the subclass 100 permanent visa application will be assessed.

Yes, the subclass 309 visa allows you to work and study in Australia during its validity period.

If your relationship ends after the subclass 309 visa is granted but before the subclass 100 permanent visa is approved, you will need to notify the Department of Home Affairs. The department will assess your situation and provide guidance on the next steps.

No, the two-step process is designed to assess the genuineness and durability of the relationship over time. The subclass 309 visa serves as a temporary visa to ensure the relationship is still ongoing before granting permanent residency.

The cost of a partner visa (subclass 309/100) can vary and is subject to change. As of now, the cost is typically around AUD $7,715 for the combined application for both the temporary subclass 309 and the permanent subclass 100 visas. However, fees may change over time, and it’s recommended to check the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website for the most up-to-date information on visa fees.

Visa Class

Partner Visa

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