Partner + Prospective Marriage Migration
Seeking Partner or Prospective marriage migration options can sometimes be complex. At Migration Mind, we provide support in all matters related to partner and prospective marriage applications, evaluate your circumstances, and guide you through the entire process. If you are considering applying for the Partner or Prospective marriage stream and require additional details to determine your eligibility, please reach out to our office to schedule a consultation with our migration firm.
Partner Stream Migration
Are you in a spousal or de facto relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen? If so, you may be eligible for the partner migration stream.
As a holder of a Partner Migration Permit, you are allowed to remain in Australia on a permanent basis provided that you satisfy the criteria for the permanent stage.
You will be eligible for permanent stay options so long as your relationship remains ongoing at the time of assessment (unless exemptions apply). If you have been a long-term spousal or de facto relationship, you might be able to get a permanent option right away.
Eligibility For The Partner Or Spouse Stream
You may be eligible to apply if one of the following applies:
▶ You are in a spousal or de facto relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen who is eligible to be a sponsor; or
▶ You are in a de facto relationship and you have been in a relationship for at least 12 months, unless you have registered your relationship at a relevant state in Australia.
You also need to satisfy elements of your relationship which includes information about:
▶ Financial aspects of your relationship
▶ Social aspects of your relationship
▶ The Nature of your household
▶ Your mutual commitment to one another
Partner Stream Application Information And Advice
When making an application for partner stream migration, you need to have sufficient evidence in your application to avoid an adverse decision. It is important that you understand that the Department of Home Affairs can make a decision based on what you have given them without needing to ask for more information, so it is vital that your application has sufficient evidence and information to satisfy the relevant criteria.
Important Partner Stream Facts
Cost
$8,085 for a primary applicant
$4,045 for a secondary applicant
$2,025 for a dependent child
Time Period for Processing
The processing times vary, however at this stage on average the application takes:
18 months to process if lodged onshore
15 months if lodged offshore
