Partner Visa Subclass 820 / 801 Australia
Live in Australia with your partner — temporarily now, permanently soon.
Partner Visa
Begin Your Life Together in Australia
The Partner Visa (Subclass 820 / 801) lets the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia while building a future together.
It’s a two-stage visa:
- The Subclass 820 is a temporary visa that allows you to stay in Australia while your relationship is assessed.
- The Subclass 801 is the permanent stage, granting you ongoing residence and a pathway to citizenship.
At Affinity Migration, our registered migration agents specialise in partner and spouse visas, helping you move seamlessly from temporary to permanent residency with clear, compassionate guidance.
Why Choose Affinity Migration
Partner visa applications are among the most personal and complex types of visa submissions.
Our team brings precision, empathy, and years of experience to make the process simple and stress-free.
- Registered migration agents with deep expertise in 820 and 801 applications
- Step-by-step support through both temporary and permanent stages
- Thorough documentation review to prove genuine, ongoing relationships
- Strategic advice to minimise processing delays and refusals
- Transparent communication and fixed-fee services
We know this visa means more than paperwork, it’s about being together.
About the Student Visa Subclass 500
The Student Visa 500 Australia lets you study full-time at an approved Australian education provider.
You can bring eligible family members and enjoy limited work rights during your course.
About the Partner Visa 820 / 801
The Australia Partner Visa 820 / 801 allows partners already in Australia on a valid visa to stay while their application for permanent residency is processed.
Key benefits:
- Live, work, and study in Australia
- Access Medicare once your 820 visa is granted
- Travel freely in and out of Australia
- Include eligible dependent children
- Progress to permanent residency (Subclass 801) after approximately 2 years
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for a Visa Subclass 820 / 801, you must:
- Be in Australia when applying and when the 820 visa is granted
- Be married to or in a de facto relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
- Demonstrate your relationship is genuine and ongoing
- Meet health and character requirements
- Hold an eligible substantive visa (or bridging visa A, B or C)
The sponsoring partner must also meet sponsorship requirements and agree to support the applicant for 2 years.
Our Step-by-Step Process
- Eligibility Review – We confirm your visa status and relationship eligibility.
- Evidence Preparation – We assist with relationship evidence, statements, and supporting documents.
- Application Lodgement – We prepare and submit a compliant 820 visa application.
- Temporary Visa Grant – You receive the 820 visa with full work and study rights.
- Transition to Permanent 801 – After 2 years, we handle your upgrade to permanent residency.
Transition to Permanent Residency (801 Visa)
After 2 years on your 820 visa, you’ll be assessed for the 801 permanent visa.
You must continue to meet relationship and character requirements. Once granted, you’ll have the same rights as other permanent residents, including access to government benefits and eligibility for citizenship.
Affinity Migration monitors your timeline and prepares your permanent-stage evidence to ensure a seamless transition.
FAQs: Partner Visa 820 / 801 Australia
Yes! Both application and grant for the 820 visa must occur while you are in Australia.
Yes, full work and study rights are included once your 820 visa is granted.
Usually 2 years after the initial application. The Department will contact you when eligible.
Yes, dependent children can be added to either stage.
You may still be eligible in limited circumstances (e.g. domestic violence or children of the relationship). We can advise you on your options.
Take the Next Step Together
The Partner Visa 820 / 801 is the pathway to a permanent life together in Australia.
At Affinity Migration, we’ll guide you through each stage with expertise, care, and complete transparency.