Family & Partner Visa
Partner (Provisional and Migrant) Visa (Subclass 309 and 100) - Offshore Application
The Subclass 309/100 visa is the essential pathway for individuals who are the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to gain permanent residency, where the applicant is outside Australia (Offshore) at the time of application. The temporary 309 visa is granted first, allowing the applicant to move to Australia. Approximately two years after lodgement, the permanent 100 visa is assessed. You must remain outside Australia until the provisional 309 visa is granted.
The Visa at a Glance
Application Location
Must be Outside Australia
The applicant must be physically outside Australia when the application is lodged and must also be outside Australia when the Subclass 309 visa is granted.
Work Rights & Travel
Full Work Rights Upon 309 Grant
Once the Subclass 309 is granted, the holder has full, unrestricted work and study rights, plus unlimited travel rights.
Visa Status Progression
Provisional (309) to Permanent (100)
The provisional 309 visa allows the applicant to enter and live in Australia. Two years after initial lodgement, the permanent 100 visa stage is assessed.
Core Requirement
Genuine and Continuing Relationship
Evidence must satisfy the DHA that the relationship is mutual, genuine, and continuing across the four key pillars: Financial, Household, Social, and Commitment.
The 5 Critical Stages We Manage for You
The 4 Pillars Evidence Strategy
We meticulously guide you on gathering and structuring evidence across the four key pillars—Financial, Household, Social, and Commitment—to create an undeniable, cohesive narrative of your life together.
High Scrutiny: We specialize in structuring evidence for couples separated by distance, ensuring the integrity of the relationship is proven without physical cohabitation for the entire period.
Relationship History Narrative
We prepare and refine the mandatory written statements from both the applicant and the sponsor, ensuring they provide a detailed, consistent history of the relationship, focusing on key milestones and future plans.
Consistency is Key: Inconsistencies between statements are a major cause of refusal. We ensure your narratives are legally robust and align with all supporting documentation.
International Character & Health Checks
We coordinate the mandatory police clearance certificates from all relevant countries and manage the medical examinations efficiently while the applicant remains overseas.
Timeliness: We manage these complex international checks preemptively, minimizing any delays once the case officer begins assessment.
Permanent Stage Management (Subclass 100)
Approximately two years after initial lodgement, we manage the subsequent Subclass 100 application, submitting fresh evidence to prove the relationship has continued since the 309 grant.
Ongoing Compliance: We help you track and collect the necessary new evidence over the two-year period, simplifying the final, permanent visa grant.
Port-of-Entry Briefing
We provide a detailed briefing on the conditions of the provisional 309 visa and the procedures for entering Australia, ensuring a smooth transition once the visa is granted.
Smooth Transition: We ensure the family understands their rights and obligations immediately upon moving to Australia.
What to Expect in Your Consultation
📞 Book Your Subclass 309/100 Strategy Session
The Offshore Partner Visa can involve long processing times, making a flawless initial application crucial. Book a confidential consultation for peace of mind.
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Location Compliance Check: A formal verification that the applicant is outside Australia for lodgement and will remain outside until the provisional visa grant.
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Relationship Assessment: A confidential, formal review of your relationship history and current evidence against the DHA's four pillars.
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Sponsor Eligibility Check: Verification that your Australian partner meets the sponsorship requirements (character checks and any sponsorship limits).
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Full Cost Breakdown: A transparent quote covering the total government Visa Application Charge (VAC) for the entire 309/100 application, and our fixed professional service fee.