Partner (Migrant) Visa (Subclass 100) Guide
100 Partner visa guide: eligibility, documents, evidence, costs & processing times.
This guide covers the key information you need to know about the subclass 100 visa, including eligibility requirements, required documents, relationship evidence, relationship documents, visa costs, processing times and the application process. It also explains how Turner-Rowe Migration can assist you throughout your application.
At Turner-Rowe Migration, we provide professional advice and personalised guidance to help you understand your visa options and assess your circumstances, with support available in both English and Spanish.
100 Partner visa overview:
What is the official visa name → Partner (Migrant) visa (subclass 100)
Who can apply to this visa → It enables eligible spouses and de facto partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to settle in Australia permanently after meeting the requirements of the Partner (Provisional) visa (subclass 309).
Where can you apply for this visa → Be either in or outside Australia when it's granted
How long can you stay in Australia with this visa → Applicants can stay in Australia permanently
Can applicants work under this visa → Yes, applicants have work rights in Australia
Can applicants study under this visa → Yes, applicants have study rights in Australia
Can I include family members in the visa application → Yes, applicants can include eligible family members in their application
Does this visa lead to Permanent Residency → Yes, this visa leads to Permanent Residency
Are you eligible for a subclass 100 Partner visa?
To be eligible, applicants generally must meet the following requirements:
Hold either a Partner (Provisional) visa (subclass 309) or Dependent Child visa (subclass 445)
Meet relationship requirements
Meet health requirement
Have no debt to the Australian Government
Best interests of the child (if applicable)
Eligibility requirements may vary depending on your personal circumstances.
For detailed information on eligibility requirements, please visit the Department of Home Affairs subclass 100 Partner (Migrant) visa eligibility page.
What documents do you need to apply?
The common documents required for a subclass 100 visa application include:
Identity documents
Character documents
Evidence of your relationship
Family members documents (if applicable)
Changes to your situation (if applicable)
For detailed information on documents required, please visit the Department of Home Affairs subclass 100 Partner (Migrant) visa step by step page.
What relationship evidence do you need to provide for a subclass 100 Partner visa application?
You need to provide evidence of:
Evidence that you continue to be the spouse or de facto partner of your sponsor
Relationship documents
Supporting evidence of your relationship
For detailed information on relationship evidence, please visit the Department of Home Affairs subclass 100 Partner (Migrant) visa step by step page.
What relationship documents do you need to provide for a subclass 100 Partner visa application?
The common relationship documents include:
Whether you and your spouse or de facto partner are exclusively committed to one another.
Whether your relationship is authentic and ongoing.
Whether you live together or maintain separate living arrangements.
The length of your relationship and how long you have lived together.
The financial arrangements and responsibilities you share.
How you organise your household, including the care and support of any children.
How you interact socially as a couple and are recognised by others.
The level of commitment you have towards one another.
Your intentions and plans for your future together.
For detailed information on relationship documents, please visit the Department of Home Affairs subclass 100 Partner (Migrant) visa step by step page.
What does the Department of Home Affairs need from you?
To be granted a Partner (Migrant) visa (subclass 100), you must satisfy the Department of Home Affairs that your relationship with your spouse or de facto partner has continued since your Partner (Provisional) visa (subclass 309) was granted. The Department will assess whether you are still in a genuine and continuing relationship.
You may be asked to provide updated evidence of your ongoing relationship, including financial commitments, household arrangements, social aspects of your relationship, and your mutual commitment to each other. This information helps the Department confirm that your relationship remains genuine.
A strong subclass 100 visa application includes clear and up to date evidence demonstrating that your relationship is still ongoing and has not changed in a way that affects your eligibility for Permanent Residency.
How much will the subclass 100 Partner visa cost you?
You paid for this visa when you made your applications for the temporary and permanent Partner visas.
For detailed information on visa costs, please visit the Department of Home Affairs visa pricing estimator page.
How do you apply for a subclass 100 Partner visa?
The process generally includes the following steps:
Meet eligibility criteria
Gather your documents
Lodge the visa application
Attach more information (if asked)
Department of Home Affairs decision
Turner-Rowe Migration can support you at every stage of your application in English and Spanish.
For detailed information on how to apply, please visit the Department of Home Affairs subclass 100 Partner (Migrant) visa step by step page.
How long will you wait for the visa to be processed?
Partner (Migrant) visa (subclass 100) applications are processed within:
50% of applications are processed within 9 months
90% of applications are processed within 18 months
Processing times are subject to change and may vary depending on individual circumstances and the completeness of your application.
For the latest information on Partner (Migrant) visa (subclass 100) processing times, please visit the Department of Home Affairs visa processing times page.
What happens after your visa is lodged?
After your subclass 100 visa is lodged, the Department of Home Affairs assesses your application and may request additional information before making a decision.
As part of our services, we provide ongoing post-lodgement support, including:
Responding to Department of Home Affairs requests
Keeping you informed of application updates
Providing guidance throughout the processing period
The final step is the Department's decision on your application.
How can Turner-Rowe Migration help you?
Our Registered Migration Agent helps you with:
Professional advice & personalised guidance
Understanding eligibility requirements
Documentation support & avoiding application mistakes
Improving the quality of your application
Preparing and lodging your visa application
Post-lodgement support & updates
Responding to department requests
Contact us today whether you're exploring your visa options, seeking guidance or advice, or ready to begin your Australian visa application, our Registered Migration Agent provides migration and visa services in English and Spanish, with personalised support based on your goals and individual circumstances.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information published by the Australian Government and the Department of Home Affairs. Australian visa requirements, policies, fees, processing times and eligibility criteria may change. For the latest and most accurate information, applicants should refer to the Department of Home Affairs and the relevant visa subclass requirements.