Click Migration

Partners and spouses of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible NZ citizens

Partner visa

Thorough partner visa preparation, step by step

Compassionate, thorough support for onshore and offshore partner applications.

Partner visas require careful preparation and strong evidence. We guide you through relationship evidence, sponsorship requirements, and the full application process.

  • Registered Migration Agent · MARN 1801563
  • Registered migration agent · Perth · since 2018
  • Published consultation fees
  • Fees agreed before application work
  • Direct access to your agent — no call centre

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Couple sharing a warm, genuine moment at home — partner and family visa pathways

At a glance

Quick summary

Visa type
Permanent pathway (two-stage)
Sponsor required
Yes
Relationship evidence
Extensive
Processing time
Often multi-year — plan accordingly
Work rights
Bridging rights may apply
Family included
Dependants may be included

Pathway fit

Is this visa right for you?

Use this checklist as a starting point — a consultation confirms what applies to your circumstances.

Ideal if you

  • You are in a genuine ongoing relationship

  • You can provide relationship evidence across multiple categories

  • Both partners understand sponsorship obligations

Consider another pathway if

  • The relationship is very new with limited evidence

  • Prior visa compliance issues exist without legal advice

Benefits

What you gain

Key outcome 1

Clear guidance on onshore and offshore partner visa requirements

Key outcome 2

Structured advice on relationship and sponsorship evidence

Key outcome 3

A calm, organised path through a complex application process

Requirements

Eligibility

Key requirements explained in plain language — not just bullet points.

Age limits vary by visa subclass. Some skilled visas have upper age limits; others do not. We confirm the requirement for your intended pathway.

How it works

Step-by-step process

A structured approach from first consultation through to decision.

  1. Consultation & assessment

    We review your relationship history, sponsorship eligibility, and the partner visa pathway that applies to you.

  2. Evidence and requirements

    You receive a clear breakdown of relationship evidence, forms, and departmental expectations.

  3. Fee agreed

    You'll know the fee before any work begins — no surprises.

  4. Preparation & lodgement

    We compile, review, and lodge your application and advise you through processing and any requests for information.

Preparation

Required documents

Typical evidence categories — your checklist is tailored during consultation.

Relationship

  • Statutory declarations

    Third-party statements supporting your relationship.

  • Joint financial records

    Demonstrates shared financial commitment.

  • Photos and correspondence

    Shows development of relationship over time.

  • Living arrangements evidence

    Confirms shared household where applicable.

Identity

  • Passports and birth certificates

    Establishes identity for applicant and sponsor.

Health & police

  • Medical examinations

    Required when requested by the department.

  • Police certificates

    Character requirement for all applicants.

Transparency

Costs

Government charges, professional fees, and other costs — never hidden.

Government fees

  • Visa application charge payable to Home Affairs (varies by subclass)

  • Additional charges for included family members where applicable

Professional fees

  • Fixed consultation fee — published on our fees page

  • Case fee quoted in writing after consultation — agreed before work begins

Skills assessment

  • Assessing authority fees where a skills assessment is required

English tests

  • English language test fees (IELTS, PTE, or other accepted tests)

Medical

  • Health examinations charged by panel physicians when required

Police certificates

  • Police certificate fees from relevant countries

Translations

  • Accredited translation and certification costs if documents are not in English

Other costs

  • Document certification, couriers, and third-party verification where applicable

Government charges change periodically. We confirm current fees during your consultation. No application work begins until professional fees are agreed in writing.

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Timelines

Processing times

Processing times change and depend on visa type, caseload, and completeness of your application. We provide realistic context during your consultation.

  1. Consultation & strategy

    1 session

  2. Document preparation

    Varies by matter

  3. Lodgement

    After fee agreement

  4. Departmental processing

    Per current Home Affairs guidance

No migration agent can guarantee approval dates. Departmental processing times are indicative only and vary by individual circumstances.

Avoid delays

Common mistakes

Issues we see often — and how structured preparation helps avoid them.

Insufficient relationship evidence

Partner visas require evidence across financial, social, household, and commitment categories — not just a marriage certificate.

Inconsistent timelines

Dates and events must align across forms, statements, and supporting documents.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

30 common questions about this pathway and our process.

Yes. This is within the scope of our advice for this visa type. We confirm specifics and evidence requirements during your consultation.

Personal service

Why choose Click Migrations

A boutique migration practice — direct communication with your registered agent.

  • Direct access to your registered migration agent — not a call centre.

  • Plain-language advice tailored to your circumstances.

  • Fees agreed in writing before application work begins.

  • Structured preparation with clear document guidance.

  • Ongoing support through departmental processing.

  • Boutique practice — personal guidance from first consultation to decision.

  • Transparent pricing with published consultation fees.

  • Consultations available in English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Scope

What we help with

Expertise-first advice — clear on requirements, realistic on timelines, and transparent on fees before application work begins.

  • Onshore and offshore partner visa applications

  • Relationship evidence planning

  • Sponsorship requirements

  • Application forms and supporting documents

  • Department requests and ongoing case advice

Client journeys

Success stories

Real situations — outcomes vary and are never guaranteed.

Partner visa pathway

Situation
A client sought guidance on partner visa requirements.
Challenge
They were unsure which evidence was required and how long the process would take.
Solution
We assessed their circumstances in a consultation, provided a structured checklist, and agreed fees before any application work.
Outcome
They proceeded with clear next steps and structured preparation — without implied guarantees about approval.

Consultation outcome

Situation
A client needed plain-language advice before committing to application costs.
Challenge
Previous research online left them confused about eligibility and timelines.
Solution
We explained requirements in plain English, outlined realistic pathways, and answered questions directly.
Outcome
They understood their options and could make an informed decision about whether to proceed.

Ready to find out if you're eligible?

Book a consultation to review your circumstances with a registered migration agent. You'll receive honest advice, realistic timelines, and a clear fee quote before any application work begins.

  • Eligibility review for your circumstances

  • Visa pathway advice in plain English

  • Risk identification and realistic timelines

  • Your questions answered directly

  • Clear next steps and fee quote if you proceed

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