Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100)
This visa allows de facto partners or spouses of Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia.
The Subclass 309/100 visa is a two-stage process, with the first stage being a temporary visa that allows the applicant to enter Australia while waiting for the second stage visa which is subclass 100 permanent partner visa.
This visa is available for married or de facto partners (including same sex partners)and is applied for outside Australia.
NOTE: If the applicant is in Australia at the time of the application, onshore Partner Visa (subclass 820/801) may be considered instead. Click HERE for more information!
Eligibility
The applicant must be in a genuine and exclusive relationship with an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
The relationship must be proven to be committed, genuine, and continuing.
The applicant and their partner must meet the specific relationship criteria.
If in a de facto relationship, the duration of the relationship is generally required to be at least 12 months, unless exceptions apply.
Health and character requirements must be met by the applicant.
For married spouses, the validity of the marriage, mutual commitment, genuine and continuing relationship, and living arrangements must be shown.
For de facto partners, the absence of marriage to each other, mutual commitment, genuine and continuing relationship, and living arrangements must be demonstrated.
Benefits
Temporary and Permanent Residence: The Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100) provides a two-stage pathway to residency in Australia. Initially, you will be granted a temporary visa (Subclass 309), which allows you to live in Australia with your partner. Subsequently, upon meeting the requirements, you can transition to the permanent visa (Subclass 100).
Spousal Sponsorship: The visa enables you to be sponsored by your Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen spouse or de facto partner.
Work and Study Opportunities: The visa allows you to work and study in Australia, providing opportunities for career development and educational advancement.
Access to Healthcare: Once granted the visa, you may be eligible for Medicare, Australia's public healthcare system, which provides access to medical services and subsidised medications.
Travel Flexibility: You can travel in and out of Australia as frequently as you wish while holding the visa, allowing you to visit family and friends in your home country or explore other destinations.
Family Reunification: The visa also allows you to include dependent children in your application, enabling you to bring your family together and create a new life in Australia.
Pathway to Citizenship: After living in Australia as a permanent resident for a specified period of time, you may be eligible to apply for Australian citizenship, granting you additional rights and benefits.
How We Help
Consultation: We conduct detailed consultations, either in person or online, to assess your eligibility for the 309/100 visa. If we determine that you qualify for a different visa type, we will provide guidance and advice during the consultation session.
Service Agreement: Upon deciding to engage our services, we will establish a service agreement with you. This agreement clearly outlines the terms and extent of our assistance throughout the visa application and representation process.
Document Guidance: We provide a comprehensive checklist to help you gather and provide the necessary documents and information. Our team will guide you through each step, ensuring you are well-prepared to meet the application requirements.
Application Preparation and Lodgement: Our experienced professionals will skillfully draft your visa application, ensuring all essential submissions are included. Once thoroughly prepared, we will submit the application to the Department on your behalf.
Point of Contact: We act as your primary point of contact with the Department, streamlining communication channels. All correspondence regarding your application will be directed to us, and we will handle any additional information or document submissions on your behalf.
Our aim is to provide seamless support and expert representation throughout the visa application process, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for our clients.