Partner Visa Subclass 100
Partner (Migrant) (Class BC) Subclass 100 Visa
The Partner (Migrant) (Class BC) Subclass 100 Visa allows the de facto partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia permanently. Generally, you must have held the Subclass 309 Visa for at least two years before being assessed for the permanent visa. This visa must be applied for while outside Australia.
Work Rights for Subclass 100 Visa Holders Holders of the Subclass 100 visa have full work rights across Australia. The visa grants permanent residency status.
Travel Rights for Subclass 100 Visa Holders You can travel to and from Australia as many times as you wish for five years from the date of visa grant, as long as your travel facility remains valid. After the initial five years:
- You will need to apply for a Subclass 155 or Subclass 157 Resident Return Visa (RRV) to maintain permanent resident status for re-entry into Australia.
- Alternatively, you can apply for Australian citizenship and, if granted, an Australian passport to travel freely.
Partner Visa Subclass 100 Application Fees The application fee for both the Subclass 309 and Subclass 100 visas is A$9,095, paid at the time of application.
Processing Time for Subclass 100 Visa
- Standard Stream Processing Times: 25% of applications are processed within six months, and 50% within 13 months. Processing times may vary for individual cases.
Including Family Members in the Subclass 100 Visa Children can be included in your Subclass 309/100 application either at the time of submission or before a decision is made on your temporary visa. If a child needs to be added after being granted the Subclass 309 visa, a Subclass 445 Dependent Child Visa is required.
If you hold a Subclass 100 Visa, your child may join you by applying for a Child Subclass 101 Visa or Child Subclass 802 Visa..
Visa Eligibility Assessment
Take our Visa Eligibility Assessment so we can better help you and see if you have the appropriate prerequisites to apply for this type of visa.
Relationship Requirements for Subclass 100 Visa You must hold a Partner Subclass 309 Visa and continue to be in a committed, genuine, and ongoing relationship with your Australian partner, whether by marriage or de facto partnership. This applies to relationships of both the same and opposite sex.
Continuing Genuine and Ongoing Relationship To qualify, you and your spouse or de facto partner must demonstrate that your relationship is ongoing, committed, and exclusive. You must live together or, if living apart, not on a permanent basis. For married couples, the marriage must be valid under Australian law.
Benefits of a Permanent Partner Visa Subclass 100
When your Permanent Partner Visa (Subclass 100) is granted, you gain the full privileges of an Australian permanent resident. These include:
- Indefinite Stay: Live in Australia without any time restrictions.
- Domestic Study Fees: Study at Australian institutions as a domestic student.
- Work and Business Opportunities: Work in any sector or start your own business in Australia.
- Social Security Benefits: Access programs like family tax benefits, job seeker, job keeper payments, and childcare subsidies after a 1-year waiting period.
- Healthcare Access: Enroll in Medicare, Australia’s community health care system.
- First Homeowner Grant: Receive financial support when purchasing your first home.
- Free Education for Dependents: Children under 18 can study in public schools free of charge.
- Family Sponsorship: Sponsor eligible family members to migrate to Australia.
- Pathway to Citizenship: Apply for Australian citizenship if you meet the eligibility criteria.
- International Travel Flexibility: Travel freely for five years. After this period, renew your travel authority by applying for a Resident Return Visa, subject to residency requirements.
This visa offers a secure future and extensive opportunities for you and your family in Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Partner Visa Subclass 100 is a permanent visa that allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia indefinitely.
To be eligible, you must first hold a Partner Visa Subclass 309, demonstrate a genuine and ongoing relationship with your partner, and meet health, character, and residency requirements.
The Subclass 309 is a temporary visa, while the Subclass 100 is a permanent visa. The Subclass 100 allows you to stay in Australia indefinitely, access more benefits, and apply for citizenship if eligible.
Processing times typically range from 6 to 12 months after your eligibility for the permanent stage is assessed. This timeline varies depending on individual circumstances.
No, you must first apply for and be granted a Partner Visa Subclass 309. The Subclass 100 is the second stage of the partner visa process.
If you have dependent children or stepchildren who meet the eligibility criteria, they can be included in your Partner Visa Subclass 100 application.
Yes, you may need to provide updated evidence of your relationship, character documents, and any other requested documentation during the Subclass 100 application process.
With the Subclass 100, you can live in Australia permanently, work and study without restrictions, enroll in Medicare, and eventually apply for Australian citizenship if eligible.
If your relationship ends before the Subclass 100 visa is granted, you must notify the Department of Home Affairs immediately. Your visa application may be impacted unless there are compelling reasons (e.g., domestic violence or shared parental responsibilities).
The Partner Visa Subclass 100 allows you to stay in Australia indefinitely. It is a permanent residency visa, and you can eventually apply for citizenship if you meet the criteria.