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Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801)
What Is the Onshore Partner Visa?
The Onshore Partner Visa (subclass 820/801) allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia.
Subclass 820 is the temporary visa that lets you stay while your permanent visa is processed.
Subclass 801 is the permanent visa you may be granted after two years (if the relationship is ongoing).
This visa is applied for within Australia — which means you must be onshore at the time of application and decision.
How We Help
Applying for a partner visa is more than just filling out forms — it's about presenting a strong, consistent case to immigration.
Our team supports you with:
Full eligibility assessment
Strategic advice based on your visa history and relationship status
Customised checklists and document templates
Drafting and reviewing your relationship statements
Managing key risks like No Further Stay conditions or missing evidence
Liaising with a registered migration agent to ensure accuracy and compliance
What Our Clients Say
Gaia Borghetti
I had the best experience with ADI immigration, always ready to answer nicely and professionally to all my questions even before being a customer! I already and I will recommended your agency to everyone I know that will need a visa! Thank you so much for your amazing job!
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After submitting your information, one of our friendly representatives will contact you to confirm your appointment. We’ll make the process simple, guiding you through each step of your consultation.
Ready to Get Started?
We’ll walk you through the entire process.
No stress, no guesswork.
Step 1: Book a free consultation
Step 2: We’ll assess your eligibility and send a quote
Step 3: We guide you through every document and deadline
Let’s bring you and your partner one step closer to a life together in Australia.
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This is the 2nd time I used ADI and Eli and his team made the entire process very smooth and kept engaged the entire time. They have done both my Partner Visa and now citizenship applications.
I would highly recommend them to anyone - Appreciate all the help!
I just want to express my gratitude to Eli and the team from ADI Immigration. They made the entire partner visa process stress free from start to finish.
Me and my partner are so grateful for everything and I would highly recommend everyone to choose ADI Immigration for any visa related matters.
We chose ADI Immigration after much research, We had previously used another immigration agent who did not keep their word so we searched and found an immigration agent who is honest & trustworthy. My wife and I are extremely happy that my wife recieved her 820/801 visa's in 10 months.
Frequently Asked Questions – Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801)
Can I apply for a partner visa while I’m in Australia on a tourist visa?
Yes, as long as your tourist visa doesn’t have a “No Further Stay” (8503) condition. If it does, we’ll explore whether a waiver is possible — partner visas are one of the few visa types that can qualify for a waiver.
Do we have to be living together to apply?
Yes — immigration expects couples to be in a genuine, ongoing, and shared household. If you’re not currently living together but spend most nights together, we can guide you on how to present that appropriately in your application.
We’re not married — can we still apply?
Absolutely. You can apply as a de facto couple if you've been living together for at least 12 months, or if you’ve registered your relationship in a state where that's allowed (like VIC, NSW, QLD, SA, ACT).
Can I apply before my divorce is finalised?
Yes, but only as a de facto partner — you cannot remarry until your divorce is final. If you plan to register your relationship, that can only happen after the divorce is finalised, but it can be done during the visa processing period.
What kind of evidence do we need to provide?
You’ll need to provide evidence across four key areas:
Financial: joint accounts, bills, shared purchases
Social: photos, events, travel, statements from friends/family
Household: shared lease, mail to the same address, chores
Commitment: communication, future plans, wills or superannuation
We’ll guide you with checklists and templates to make this easy.
How long does the partner visa take to be approved?
Processing times vary.
The 820 (temporary) visa usually takes 6 to 26 months.
The 801 (permanent) visa is considered 2 years after you first lodge the 820.
What are the total costs involved?
Government fee: $9,095*
Our professional fee: $3,000 + GST*
50% payable upfront, and the balance due at time of lodgement.
*These fees are subject to change. Terms and Conditions apply.
Can we travel while the visa is being processed?
Yes — if you're on a Bridging Visa A (BVA) after applying, you’ll need to apply for a Bridging Visa B (BVB) before leaving Australia. We’ll guide you through that if needed.
Do both partners need to be in Australia?
Only the applicant must be onshore at both lodgement and decision of the 820. The sponsor can be in or outside Australia.
