💡 What is the Partner Visa (Subclass 801)?
The Partner Visa (Subclass 801) lets you stay in Australia permanently with your partner — if they are an:
- Australian citizen
- Australian permanent resident
- Or an eligible New Zealand citizen
This visa is the second step in the partner visa journey. First, you get the Temporary Partner Visa (Subclass 820). After approximately 2 years, you can apply for the 801 Permanent Partner Visa.
🧾 Who Can Apply for the 801 Visa?
You can apply if:
- You already have the Subclass 820 visa
- You’re still in an honest and ongoing relationship with your partner
- You’re living in Australia
- You pass health and police checks
- You can show that your relationship is still strong
🔍 How They Decide – What They Look For
The immigration department will check the following:
- If your relationship is still genuine and continuing
- If you’re still living together (or have a good reason if not)
- If you share things like money, household, and plans
- If friends/family confirm your relationship is real
- If anything significant has changed (like a breakup or having kids)
🪜 Steps to Get the 801 Visa
Here’s how the process works, step by step:
1️⃣ You must already have a Subclass 820 visa
This is your temporary partner visa.
2️⃣ Wait for about 2 years
You wait 2 years from the date you applied for the 820 visa.
3️⃣ Get invited to send more documents
The Department will ask for updated relationship evidence.
4️⃣ They review your application
They may contact you for more details or ask questions.
5️⃣ If all goes well, you’ll receive your 801 visa!
You become a permanent resident of Australia.
📋 What Documents Do You Need?
When it’s time to apply for the 801, gather:
- New photos together
- Joint bills or bank statements
- A written relationship history (your story)
- Form 888 – friends or family confirming your relationship
- Police checks (if asked)
- Health checks (if asked)
💰 Cost and Time to Process
- Cost: You already paid when you applied for the 820/801 together.
- Time:
- Some are done in 6 months
- Most take 12 months
- Some take up to 21 months
Faster if your documents are clear and complete!
💵 Do You Need to Show Proof of Money?
There’s no exact amount you need in the bank.
But you should show that:
- You and your partner share finances
- You can support yourselves without government help
- You have things like jobs, joint accounts, or savings
🎉 What You Get with the 801 Visa
Once approved, you can:
- ✅ Live in Australia permanently
- ✅ Work and study without limits
- ✅ Get Medicare (Australia’s public health care)
- ✅ Sponsor family members to come to Australia
- ✅ Apply for citizenship (if eligible)
- ✅ Can move in and out of Australia for 5 years
⚠️ Things to Keep in Mind (Limitations)
- ⏳ You have to wait 2 years before applying for the 801
- 📂 You need to give substantial proof that your relationship is still real
- 💔 If the relationship ends early, the visa might be refused (some exceptions apply)
- ❗ Don’t give false info — your visa could be cancelled
🌐 Where to Find Official Help
- Visa Info Page:
- immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
- Connect with a Trusted Immigration Consultant Services: Visas Adviser
- Contact Details:
- +91 8744852222; info@VisasAdviser.com
📄 Easy Document Formats
| Document | File Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Passport | JPG or PDF | Clear scan of the ID page |
| Form 888 | Filled by 2 Aussie citizens | |
| Joint bills | Your name is on the bills or lease | |
| Photos | JPG | Add date and description |
| Relationship statement | PDF or Word | 1–2 pages in your own words |
| Bank statements | Show shared finances |
❓ Common Questions – FAQs
Q: Do I need to reapply for the 801 visa?
No, it’s part of your original 820/801 application. You send updated proof.
Q: Can I include my kids?
Yes, if they were added to the 820 application.
Q: What if we break up?
You might still be eligible in exceptional cases (like family violence or if you share a child).
Q: Can I travel while I wait?
Yes, make sure you’re in Australia when they decide on the 801.
💡 Pro Tips (Expert Advice)
- 📸 Keep collecting photos and sharing bills regularly
- 📝 Write down meaningful relationship moments
- 💬 Ask 2 Aussie friends/family to fill out Form 888
- 🧡 Be genuine and honest in your relationship story
- 💬 If things change, talk to a migration agent for help
🏁 Final Words
The Partner Visa (Subclass 801) is your way to settle down in Australia with the person you love. It takes time, but if your relationship is real and you keep your documents in order, it can lead to a happy, permanent life together.