How Can I Apply for an Onshore Partner Visa Step-by-Step?
To apply for an Onshore Partner Visa in Australia, follow these steps:
Confirm Eligibility: Ensure you and your partner meet eligibility requirements. The sponsoring partner must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, and you should be in a genuine, ongoing relationship.
Gather Documentation: Collect documents proving your relationship (such as joint financial records, photos, messages, and statutory declarations from family or friends). You’ll also need identity documents, health assessments, and character checks.
Create an ImmiAccount: Register on the Australian Department of Home Affairs’ ImmiAccount portal to manage your application online.
Prepare and Lodge Your Application: Complete Form 47SP (for applicants) and Form 40SP (for sponsors). Upload all required documents and pay the application fee through your ImmiAccount.
Submit Biometrics and Health Exams: After submitting your application, you may be asked to provide biometric information and undergo a health examination at an approved clinic.
Wait for Processing: While waiting, ensure you keep your information up-to-date. Processing can take several months, and you may be granted a bridging visa to stay in Australia during this time.
Follow Up and Attend Interviews: If required, attend any interviews or provide additional information. You'll initially receive a temporary partner visa (subclass 820), and if approved, the permanent partner visa (subclass 801) follows after two years.
Following these steps ensures you meet application requirements, maximizing your chances of a successful outcome.