Partner visa (Permanent)

This visa lets the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia permanently. It is usually only for people who currently hold a temporary Partner visa (subclass 820).

Subclass

801

Related Subclasses

820/801/309/100

Stay

Permanent

Processing time

12 - 24 Months

Overview

Stay

Permanent

You can permanently stay in Australia after this visa, invite eligible family members or apply for citizenship if applicable.
Processing time

12 - 24 Months

The processing time for a permanent Partner visa starts from the date of eligibility. This is 2 years after you applied for the combined temporary, provisional and permanent partner visas.

Cost in AUD

Not Applicable

You paid for this visa when you made your combined application for the temporary and permanent partner visas.

Things You Can Do With This Visa

At GoAhead Lawyers, we understand that family issues are deeply personal. We're here to guide you through these challenging times with expertise and empathy.

Live, Work, And Study

This visa offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to explore career opportunities and settle in the region that best suits your lifestyle preferences.

If eligible, become an Australian citizen

You can become a citizen of Australia in different ways. You must meet the criteria before you apply. Conferral and descent are the most common ways to apply.

Requirements

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