Partner/Spouse Visa (Temporary)
Subclass 820 Visa
Begin Your Life Together in Australia – Onshore Partner Visa Help from Ezy Immigration
At Ezy Immigration, our Registered Migration Agents in Australia team has expertise in guiding couples through the tricky steps of the Partner/Spouse Visa (Temporary) Subclass 820. If you live in Australia now and have a real relationship with an Australian citizen permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, this onshore visa can allow you to stay, work, and create a life together while we process your permanent visa.
We know how much it matters for couples to stick together. The Subclass 820 visa is the first step to get permanent residency in Australia through the Subclass 801 visa—and we’re here to make sure your application is right from the start.
Visas for New Zeland
We can assist you with all popular temporary or residence visa applications for Australia. We will not take on an application if we believe it will be unsuccessful, saving you time and money. We provide timely updates and keep you informed throughout the whole process.
We provide professional visa consultation services for the following visa categories :
LIAA Member
Licensed Immigration Adviser (NZ) # 201300919
Registered MARA Agent (AU) # 2117455
What Is the Subclass 820 Visa (Partner Visa)?
You can apply for this visa if:
- Your kid has a valid Student Visa – Fee Paying (not domestic or scholarship-funded)
- The kid is 17 years old or younger
- You are their legal guardian or parent
- You plan to support your kid while they study in New Zealand
Keep in mind: one parent or guardian can go with the kid on this visa at a time. The parent must show they will be the main caregiver while in the country.
What Does the Guardian Visa Allow You to Do?
The Partner (Temporary) Visa or Subclass 820 Visa lets the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen / permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen live in Australia for a while as they wait for the permanent Partner Visa (Subclass 801) to be processed.
It’s the onshore visa pathway for people already in Australia with a valid visa. This temporary visa allows you to stay in Australia while officials decide on your permanent partner visa application.
You need to show that your relationship is real, committed, and ongoing, whether you’re married or in a de facto relationship.
Why Pick Ezy Immigration for Your Partner Visa?
Getting a partner visa can seem daunting—with all the paperwork, relationship proof, health checks, and money stuff. That’s where Ezy Immigration comes in to help.
As trusted Australian migration agents, we’ve helped countless couples stay together or reunite by submitting strong, decision-ready partner visa applications.
- We take care of the legal aspects of your relationship.
- We help you collect convincing evidence of your partnership.
- We support you at every stage—from checking your eligibility to getting permanent residency under the Subclass 801 Visa.
3. Specialist Skills Pathway
This pathway targets jobs that pay a lot and need special skills (over $135,000 AUD ). There’s no list of specific jobs—you qualify based on how much you earn and what you can do. It moves and aims to fill crucial workforce gaps.
Need help picking the right option? Get in touch with us to assess your 482 Visa options.
Who Can Apply for the Subclass 820 Visa (Partner Visa)?
To qualify for the Subclass 820 Visa, you must:
- You must be in Australia when you submit your application and when they grant the visa.
- You need to be married to or living with your sponsor as a couple.
- Your sponsor has to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- You have to meet health and character standards.
- You should give proof of a real relationship, like shared money living together, and being committed to each other.
Don’t take chances with weak proof or missed rules—let our skilled migration team put together a solid application for you.
What You Can Do on a Subclass 820 Visa
While you wait to hear about your permanent visa, the Subclass 820 visa allows you to:
- Live in Australia with your partner.
- Work and study in Australia without limits.
- Sign up for Medicare (Australia’s public health system).
- Enter and leave Australia freely during the visa’s valid period.
This visa offers a great way for couples to stay together while creating a life and future in Australia.
How the Subclass 820 Visa Paves the Way to Permanent Residency
The Subclass 820 visa is step one of a two-step partner visa process. After you’ve held the temporary visa for at least two years (starting from your initial application date), you’ll qualify to move to the Partner Visa (Permanent) Subclass 801.
You don’t need to submit a new application—Ezy Immigration will keep an eye on your eligibility timeline and get your permanent stage documents ready.
Begin your process now, and we’ll help you every step of the way to permanent residency.
Processing Time and Costs
The Department of Home Affairs charges a single fee for the 820 and 801 partner visa application. Right now:
- Primary applicant fee: From AUD $8,850
- Processing time: About 23 to 35 months (this can change)
You can remain in Australia with a bridging visa while officials review your application. Ezy Immigration helps you grasp when you’ll get your Bridging Visa A and how to handle travel during this time.
Documents Needed for a Solid 820 Visa Application
Your application must show a real and ongoing relationship. Our migration team assists to gather and organize:
- Proof of joint money responsibilities (e.g. shared accounts, bills)
- Signs of living together (shared leases, utility bills)
- Social evidence (pictures, trips together, family statements)
- Commitment proof (wills super fund nominations)
- Personal accounts describing your relationship story
We make sure each document is correct, useful, and engaging to boost your chances of approval.
Can You Add Family to Your Subclass 820 Visa Application?
Yes—you can include dependent children in your application or file them later. Ezy Immigration can evaluate and get these additions ready based on your specific family circumstances.
Do You Need Help with a Tricky Partner Visa Case?
If you’ve had a partner visa before faced a visa denial, or have issues like relationship problems, safeguards against domestic violence, or limits on sponsorship—don’t tackle it by yourself.
Our licensed migration agents provide expert guidance for complicated partner visa situations and appeals. We assist you in making smart choices to safeguard your position in Australia.
Why Choose Ezy Immigration?
- Years of expertise in Australian immigration law
- Custom-tailored approach and proven track record for partner visa applications
- Complete guidance from onshore partner visa to permanent residency
- Help with bridging visas, work permissions, and travel rules
We’ll take care of the worries so you can concentrate on your relationship.
Fill out our quick and easy Free Preliminary Evaluation to see if you can move to another country.
What Our Clients Are Saying
NZ Licensed Immigration Adviser and AU Registered Migration Agents
Eager to Apply or Curious About Your Eligibility?
We provide a no-cost initial evaluation to check if you qualify and help you grasp the requirements. Schedule a meeting with Ezy Immigration today and let’s secure your Australian future—together.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can submit an application from inside Australia if your current visa permits it and you satisfy the relationship requirements.
In certain situations, like cases of domestic violence or if you have shared custody of a child, you might still qualify. Get expert advice right away.
Marriage isn’t necessary. De facto partners who live together for 12 months (or register their relationship in some states) can put in an application.
Yes, but you need to apply for a Bridging Visa B (BVB) if you want to leave and come back to Australia while your application is being processed.
It can take up to 2–3 years to process, though the time varies based on how strong your application is and the current workload.
Yes Australian migration law recognizes same-sex marriages and relationships.
Get in touch with us for personalised service & assistance
Send your inquiry
We are bound by a strict Code of Conduct & will keep your information Private & Confidential.