FAMILY VISAS

The family visa stream gives various options for overseas family members to join their relatives in Australia.

Most permanent family visas require the overseas relative to be sponsored by an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

The most common family visa applications are detailed below.

PROSPECTIVE MARRIAGE (SUBCLASS 300)

This is for overseas citizens who are engaged to be married to an Australian citizen or permanent residents. The applicant and sponsor need to provide evidence of their intention to marry in Australia and the visa will be granted for a period of 18 months, during which time the wedding must take place. Following the marriage, the spouse can be sponsored for a Partner visa as below.

PARTNER VISA SUBCLASS 820/801 OR 309/100

Partner visas can be applied for either in Australia or offshore. If the application is lodged in Australia the applicant will be granted a Bridging visa allowing them to live and work in Australia during the processing period. Usually, the visa is granted for a temporary period of two years, following which a permanent visa will be granted provided the relationship is still ongoing. A partner visa can be applied for on the grounds of either marriage or a de facto relationship.

PARENT VISAS

The legislation regarding Parent visas is currently under review, and you should contact us directly for current information.