The Subclass 309/100 Partner Visa is a two-stage visa that allows partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to live in Australia permanently for offshore applicants.

Stage 1: Subclass 309 Temporary Partner Visa

The Subclass 309 Temporary Partner Visa allows you to live and work in Australia temporarily while your Subclass 100 Partner Visa application is being processed. You can apply for the Subclass 309 visa from outside Australia.

Stage 2: Subclass 100 Partner Visa

The Subclass 100 Partner Visa is a permanent visa that allows you to live, work, and study in Australia permanently. You can apply for the Subclass 100 visa from inside or outside Australia.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for the Subclass 309/100 Partner Visa, you must:

• Be in a genuine and continuing relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
• Pass a health and character check

Processing times

The processing time for the Subclass 309/100 Partner Visa varies depending on a number of factors, including your individual circumstances and the current processing times. However, you can expect the processing time to take several months.

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Benefits of the Subclass 309/100 Partner Visa

The Subclass 309/100 Partner Visa offers a number of benefits, including:

• The ability to live, work, and study in Australia permanently
• The ability to sponsor eligible family members for permanent residency
• The ability to apply for Australian citizenship

If you are interested in applying for the Subclass 309/100 Partner Visa, it is important to seek advice from a registered migration agent. Our migration agent can help you to assess your eligibility, complete the visa application form, and gather the required supporting documentation.