Partner Visa (Onshore) – Subclass 820/801

Stay in Australia with Your Loved One

The Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) is a two-stage visa pathway designed for the spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. It allows onshore applicants to remain in Australia while their visa is processed and eventually gain permanent residency.
The application process starts with the Subclass 820 visa (temporary), which grants the applicant the right to live, work, and study in Australia while awaiting the permanent Subclass 801 visa decision. This pathway is suitable for applicants already in Australia on a valid visa.

Benefits Subclass 820 Visa

- Live in Australia with your partner while the visa is processed
- Work and study in Australia
- Travel in and out of Australia freely
- Access Medicare (Australia’s public healthcare system)
- Include dependent children in your application

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801), you must:
- Be in a genuine and continuing relationship with your sponsoring partner
- Be married or in a de facto relationship (including same-sex couples)
- Be in Australia at the time of application and visa grant for Subclass 820
- Meet Australia’s health and character requirements
- Have no visa conditions preventing onshore application (e.g., no further stay)
- Provide evidence of shared life and commitment with your partner
- Your partner must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen

Know all about Partner Visa (Offshore)

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Eligibility Check with AINiT
2. Gather Supporting Evidence
3. Sponsor Application
4. Submit Subclass 820/801 Application
5. Health & Police Checks
6. Bridging Visa Grant
7.Subclass 820 Approval
8. Subclass 801 Review

Transition to Subclass 801 – PR

After approximately 2 years from the date of your initial Subclass 820 visa application, you may be eligible to transition to the Subclass 801 visa, provided the relationship is still genuine and ongoing.
The Subclass 801 visa grants:
- Permanent residency in Australia
- Access to full social benefits and Medicare
- Eligibility for Australian citizenship (after meeting residency criteria)

How AINiT Helps Overcome Common Challenges

- Insufficient evidence:
We provide a tailored checklist to match your situation
- Previous refusals or bridging visa issues:
We build a strong legal case for re-application
- Relationship breakdown or complexity:
We guide you on legal and migration options
- Visa expiry concerns:
We manage bridging visa transitions smoothly

Why Choose AINiT for Your Partner Visa?

AINiT Consultancy Services offers expert guidance for your entire Partner Visa journey, from the temporary stage through to permanent residency.
Why our clients trust us:
- 20+ years of migration experience
- Led by Registered Migration Agent Aftab Syed (MARN: 0957817)
- Deep understanding of onshore visa rules and complexities
- Personalised service to suit your relationship and background
- Assistance with compiling relationship evidence and declarations
- Handling urgent visa conditions or previous refusals
- Timely, compliant, and strategic submissions

Book your free consultation with AINiT and let us take care of your visa journey.

The journey to a life together in Australia begins with the right guidance, let AINiT Consultancy Services help you achieve your visa goals quickly, compliantly, and confidently.