Partner and Family visa
Navigating partner and family visa applications can be complex, but Himalayan Legal is here to help. We offer expert guidance to reunite you with your loved ones, ensuring every step—from paperwork to compliance—is handled with care. Let our experienced team make the process smoother and stress-free.
Partner Visas
Partner visas help couples stay together by allowing Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens to sponsor their partner to live in Australia. Below are the main types of partner visa subclasses:
- Subclass 820 – Onshore Partner Visa: A temporary visa that allows you to live in Australia while your permanent Partner Visa is being assessed.
- Subclass 801 – Onshore Partner Visa: A permanent visa granted after meeting eligibility requirements while holding the Subclass 820 visa.
- Subclass 309 – Offshore Partner Visa: A temporary visa that lets you enter and stay in Australia while your permanent Partner Visa is under processing.
- Subclass 100 – Offshore Partner Visa: A permanent visa issued after fulfilling the requirements during your Subclass 309 visa period.
- Subclass 300 – Prospective Marriage Visa: The Subclass 300 visa allows engaged individuals to travel to Australia to marry their Australian partner. This visa is ideal for couples planning to marry within nine months of the visa being granted.
Family Visas
Family visas help reunite families by allowing eligible Australian citizens, permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens to sponsor their parents, children, or other close relatives to live in Australia. Below are the main types of family visa subclasses:
- Subclass 103 – Parent Visa: A permanent visa that allows parents of settled Australian citizens or permanent residents to live in Australia permanently.
- Subclass 103 – Parent Visa: A permanent visa that allows parents of settled Australian citizens or permanent residents to live in Australia permanently.
- Subclass 143 – Contributory Parent Visa: A faster-processing permanent visa for parents who contribute a higher fee to offset the cost of their migration.
- Subclass 804 – Aged Parent Visa: A permanent visa for older parents already in Australia, allowing them to stay with their settled children.
- Subclass 101 – Child Visa (Offshore): For dependent children outside Australia to move and live permanently with their Australian parent.
- Subclass 802 – Child Visa (Onshore): For dependent children already in Australia to remain permanently with their Australian parent.
- Subclass 115 – Remaining Relative Visa (Offshore): For individuals outside Australia whose only close relatives are settled in Australia.
- Subclass 835 – Remaining Relative Visa (Onshore): For those already in Australia with no close family outside the country.
- Subclass 116 – Carer Visa (Offshore): For people outside Australia who need to move permanently to care for an Australian relative with a long-term medical condition.
- Subclass 836 – Carer Visa (Onshore): For carers already in Australia providing ongoing support to a relative with medical needs.
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Whether you’re reuniting with loved ones through a partner visa or bringing family members to Australia, Himalayan Legal is your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of immigration law. Contact us today to book a consultation and discover how our personalised visa solutions can support your journey to being together.