The Provisional Partner Visa (Subclass 309) is the temporary stage for overseas partners married to or in a genuine de facto relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. Applications are lodged online from overseas, and recent legislative changes allow the visa to be granted regardless of whether the applicant is onshore or offshore at the time of decision.
Key Eligibility Requirements
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Eligible Australian Sponsor: Partner must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen aged 18 or older.
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Outside Australia at Lodgement: The applicant must be physically outside Australia when lodging the application via ImmiAccount.
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Four Pillars Relationship Evidence: Robust documentation demonstrating joint financial commitment, social recognition, shared history, and ongoing mutual devotion.