Partner and Family

Visa options for Australian citizens and permanent residents for de facto partners, spouses, and parents, allowing families to reunite and settle together in Australia.

Partner Visa – Subclass 820/801 & 309/100

- The Partner visas are designed for spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens or permanent residents.

- These visas provide a pathway to permanent residency and family unity.

Parent Visa – Subclass 103, 143 & 804

- The Parent visas allow parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents to migrate to Australia to live with their children permanently.

Prospective Marriage Visa – Subclass 300

- This visa allows fiancés/fiancées of Australian citizens or permanent residents to enter Australia to marry within 9 months.

About This Visa


  • Temporary visa granted initially, followed by permanent residency (Partner)

  • Applicants must demonstrate a genuine and ongoing relationship with their partner (Partner)

  • Allows dependent children to be included in the application (Partner)

  • Options for both permanent and contributory parent visas (Parent)

  • Applicants may be required to meet balance of family test (Parent)

  • Processing times vary depending on visa type (Parent)

  • Temporary visa valid for 9 months (Prospective Marriage)

  • Must marry the sponsoring partner within the visa period (Prospective Marriage)

  • Provides pathway to permanent Partner visa after marriage (Prospective Marriage)