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Australia Partner Visa (820/801)

For spouse/de facto partners of eligible sponsors; evidence-heavy category.

About this visa

Partner visas (subclasses 820/801) are relationship-based routes. Home Affairs describes 820 as the temporary stage and 801 as the permanent stage; most applicants pay the combined cost when applying for the temporary+permanent partner visas.

This category is evidence-heavy: your relationship timeline, shared life evidence, sponsor eligibility, and consistent addresses/names matter. Keep your file clean and organized.

Comparison: Family routes differ a lot by country. If you’re also considering partner routes for the UK or Canada, build separate evidence packs per country but keep facts consistent.

Varies (check Home Affairs processing times)

Required Documents

📄Basic Documents

Valid passport

Online application via ImmiAccount (where applicable)

Accurate personal details and travel history

Identity documents and name change proofs

🛡️Civil and Security Documents

Relationship evidence (timeline, shared life proof)

Police/health checks (as required)

optional

📋Other Documents

Certified translations to English (if required)

optional

Application Process

Confirm correct visa

Choose the visa that matches your purpose and build a consistent story.

Prepare evidence

Prepare documents that match the purpose, finances, and return plan.

Apply online (where applicable)

Lodge your application via ImmiAccount and upload documents.

Complete biometrics/health checks (if required)

Follow instructions for biometrics and health checks if requested.

Track and respond

Track updates and respond quickly to any additional requests.

Plan travel

After grant, plan travel and keep key evidence handy for entry checks.

Important Tips & Advice

Keep one consistent story across your forms and documents.

Match your trip plan to your real income and bank activity.

Translate non-English documents properly (if required).

Avoid non-refundable bookings until you have a decision.

Respond quickly to any additional document requests.

Processing Fees

Visa application charge

Home Affairs states the 820/801 combined application cost is from AUD 9,365 for most applicants. Fees can change; confirm before paying on the official pages: Partner (820) page and Visa pricing estimator.

From AUD 9,365 (most applicants)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the official visa fee?

Visa application charges vary by visa and stream and can change. Confirm the current fee in the Home Affairs Visa pricing estimator before applying.

What is the most important part of the application?

Consistency: your purpose, itinerary, finances, and ties to Georgia should match across forms and documents.

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