Applying for Same Sex Partner Visa

The Australian Partner Visa allows a person in a same-sex relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to apply for permanent residency.

Successful applicants are granted a temporary, two year visa which allows them to work full time, travel to and from Australia and access to medical services.


After two years, from the date of lodgement of Partner Visa application, the Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) will assess your application and will grant permanent residency visa upon satisfaction.

Same Sex Partner Visa Eligibility

To be eligible for Partner Visa, you and your partner must satisfy the following:

• that your relationship is genuine;
• you and your partner are living together;
• any separation time has only been temporary.

Type of Partner Visa Available

Nevett Ford Lawyers can help you to prepare and lodge visa applications, including:

• Partner visa (subclass 309 and 100)

  This visa allows a partner of an Australian or eligible New Zealand citizen to travel and live in Australia.

• Partner visa (subclasses 820 and 801)

  This visa allows a partner of an Australian or eligible New Zealand citizen to stay in Australia until an application for a permanent visa is lodged.

Australian immigration law is complex and subject to change.  It is important to obtain up-to-date information before applying for this visa.  


 Please contact Nevett Ford Lawyers for further information, assistance and advice.