Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309)

Partner (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 309)

This visa lets the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia temporarily. Getting this visa is the first step towards a permanent Partner visa (subclass 100).

Stay period  Temporarily, until we decide your permanent Partner (Migrant) visa (subclass 100) application or the application is withdrawn
What you can do with this visa 
  • Live, work and study in Australia while we process your permanent Partner (Migrant) visa;
  • Travel to and from Australia as many times as you want;
  • Attend free English language classes provided by the Adult Migrant English Program.
Requirements Must:

  • Be in a genuine relationship with your spouse or de facto partner who is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen;
  • Usually, be outside Australia when you apply and when the visa is granted.
Cost 

Main Applicant:

  • From $7,160AUD.

Sub Applicant:

  • Over 18 years of age: AU $3,585;
  • Under 18 years of age: AU $1,795.
Conditions 
  • No entry before (person);
  • Not marry before first entry.
Processing times 
  • 75% of applications: 14 months;
  • 90% of applications 20 months.

(Note: above fees are subject to the final fee charged by the Australian Immigration Department)