Family visa

Australia Partner Visa

Join your partner in a foreign country on the basis of a de facto, civil, or committed relationship, with a pathway to permanent residency.

Quick facts

We handle this route

Processing time

6–24 months

Processing time

6–24 months

Visa duration

2 years (temporary), then permanent

Visa duration

2 years (temporary), then permanent

Leads to settlement

Yes

Leads to settlement

Yes

Dependants allowed

Yes

Dependants allowed

Yes

Success rate

87%

Success rate

87%

Fee from

$1000

Overview

What this visa gives you.

A Partner Visa allows individuals in a genuine and ongoing relationship with a citizen or permanent resident to join and reside with their partner in that country. It covers de facto partnerships, civil unions, and in some jurisdictions same-sex relationships, provided the relationship meets the relevant legal and evidentiary thresholds. Partner visas are commonly issued in two stages: a temporary grant upon application, followed by a permanent grant after a defined cohabitation period. The strength and documentation of the relationship are central to the outcome.

Requirements

What you need to qualify.

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Genuine and continuing relationship

Applicants must provide substantial evidence of a real, committed, and ongoing partnership.

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Sponsoring partner eligibility

The sponsor must hold citizenship, permanent residency, or an eligible visa in the destination country.

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Cohabitation evidence

Documents demonstrating shared residence, finances, and social recognition of the relationship are required.

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Health and character clearances

Both the applicant and sponsor must meet relevant health and character standards.

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Clean immigration history

Applicants must have a compliant immigration record and meet all security requirements.

How we handle it

From first call to visa in hand.

01

Eligibility consultation

We assess relationship evidence and visa requirements.

1–2 weeks

02

Documentation preparation

Supporting records and application forms are organized.

2–8 weeks

03

Application submission

Partner visa applications are prepared and monitored.

8–18 months

04

Approval & settlement support

Travel preparation and relocation guidance after approval.

1–2 weeks

Client story

  • The German system is genuinely complex. Meridian handled everything. I just showed up to my appointment.
    Aisha Yilmaz

    Data Analyst

  • They boosted my CRS score by 18 points using qualifications I didn’t know counted. Received my ITA within three draws.
    Lena Popova

    Accountant

  • From first call to arriving in Lisbon was four months. Zero stress. Worth every penny.
    Marcus Thompson

    Freelance Designer

Your new chapter starts with a free call.

30 minutes. No sales pressure. Honest guidance from a certified advisor on your best path forward.

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Your new chapter starts with a free call.

30 minutes. No sales pressure. Honest guidance from a certified advisor on your best path forward.

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No obligation

Trust Badge Icon

OISC Regulated

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Fully confidential

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CanadaUSAUKAustraliaUAEGermany

Your new chapter starts with a free call.

30 minutes. No sales pressure. Honest guidance from a certified advisor on your best path forward.

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No obligation

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OISC Regulated

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Fully confidential

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