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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Beige Header” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f6efe5″ background_image=”https:\/\/morganclifford.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/mc-watermark.png” background_size=”contain” background_position=”center_right” background_horizontal_offset=”5%” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Heading & Subheading” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat|300||on|||||” text_text_color=”#252161″ text_font_size=”16px” header_font=”Lora|600|||||||” header_text_align=”left” header_text_color=”#252161″ header_font_size=”36px” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Do I have to be married to apply for a partner visa in Brisbane?<\/strong><\/h1>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” module_id=”contact-form” _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”||||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]When considering a move to Brisbane, Australia, many individuals wonder about the requirements for obtaining a partner visa.<\/p>\n

Contrary to some assumptions, you do not need to be married to apply for a partner visa. Australia offers partner visas for both married and de facto (common-law) relationships, provided specific criteria are met.<\/p>\n

This flexibility accommodates the diverse nature of modern relationships, allowing partners to reunite and build a life together in Australia.<\/p>\n

Understanding the Partner Visa Options<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Australia provides two primary pathways for partner visas: the Subclass 820\/801<\/a> for onshore applicants and the Subclass 309\/100<\/a> for offshore applicants.<\/p>\n

These visas allow the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia.<\/p>\n

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  1. Spouses:<\/strong> For those who are legally married to their Australian partner. The marriage must be legally recognised under Australian law.<\/li>\n
  2. De Facto Partners:<\/strong> For partners who are in a genuine, ongoing de facto relationship for at least 12 months before the application. This period can be waived under certain circumstances, such as having a child together.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Key Requirements for a Partner Visa<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Regardless of whether you are married or in a de facto relationship, you must demonstrate:<\/p>\n