Partner Visa (Provisional) (Offshore)
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What is the Subclass 309 Visa?
The Partner Visa (Subclass 309) is a temporary visa for people who are in a genuine relationship with an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen — and who are currently living outside Australia.
Who is Eligible?
1
You are the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
2
Your relationship is genuine and ongoing
3
You are outside Australia when you apply
4
You meet health and character requirements
5
You do not have any visa conditions that prevent you from applying
Step-by-Step Application Process
1
Check Your Eligibility
Confirm that you and your partner meet all the relationship, health, and character requirements before starting the application.
2
Create Your ImmiAccount
Both you and your sponsor (Australian partner) need to create separate accounts on the Australian Government's ImmiAccount portal at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.
3
Sponsor Lodges Sponsorship Application
Your Australian partner (sponsor) must first submit a sponsorship application online through ImmiAccount.
4
You Lodge Your Visa Application
Once the sponsor has submitted the sponsorship, you (the applicant) lodge your Subclass 309/100 Partner Visa application online. Both applications are linked together.
5
Pay the Application Fee
Pay the visa application charge (VAC) at the time of lodgement. See the fee section below.
6
Submit Supporting Documents
Upload all required documents to support your application (see Documents Required section below).
7
Health Examinations
You will be asked to complete a medical examination with an approved panel physician (doctor). You will receive a health check request through your ImmiAccount.
8
Police Clearance Certificates
You must provide police clearance from every country you have lived in for 12 months or more since turning 16.
9
Wait for Processing
The Department of Home Affairs will assess your application. They may request additional documents or an interview.
10
Visa Decision
If approved, you will receive the Subclass 309 (provisional) visa. After approximately 2 years, your visa will be assessed again and upgraded to Subclass 100 (permanent), provided you are still in a genuine relationship.
Required Documents
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Valid passport
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Financial: Joint bank accounts, shared bills, joint loans or property
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Sponsor's passport or Australian citizenship/PR document
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Health examination results (completed via eMedical)
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Police clearance certificates from all countries lived in for 12+ months since age 16
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Evidence of de facto relationship (12 months cohabitation or relationship registration)
Note : Additional documents may be requested based on profile assessment
Processing Time
24 to 36+ months
Visa Application Fees
| Applicant Type | Fees |
|---|---|
Main applicant (18 years or older) |
AUD $9,365 |
Additional applicant (18 years or older) |
AUD $4,685 |
Additional applicant (under 18) |
AUD $2,345 |
Note : Fees are subject to change as per government updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Australian visa partner provisional subclass 309?
The Australian Partner (Provisional) Visa Subclass 309 allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia temporarily while waiting for permanent residency through Subclass 100.
