Partner Visa (Offshore)

Partner Visa (Offshore) – Subclass 309 & 100

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Partner Visas 309 & 100 – Reuniting Couples Across Borders

If your partner is outside Australia and you’re an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, the Partner Visa Subclass 309 and 100 offers a clear path to live together in Australia. IME Advisors is your trusted Partner Visa 309 Consultant and Subclass 100
Visa Advisor, providing legal guidance, document preparation, and visa strategy that gets results.

No distance is too far when your future is together. We help bring your partner home to Australia – permanently.

What is the Subclass 309 & 100 Partner Visa?

This two-stage offshore partner visa allows eligible foreign partners to first enter Australia temporarily and then gain permanent residency.

Subclass 309 (Temporary Partner Visa): Grants the visa holder the ability to live, work and study in Australia while their permanent visa is processed. Must be outside Australia during application and grant.

Subclass 100 (Permanent Partner Visa): Typically granted two years after the 309 visa application is lodged, once the relationship remains genuine and ongoing.

Who Can Apply?

✔ Married or de facto partner of an eligible sponsor (Australian citizen, PR, or eligible NZ citizen

✔ Relationship must be genuine and continuing

✔ You must be outside Australia when applying and when the 309 visa is granted

✔ Your sponsor must be inside Australia when the visa is decided

✔ Health and character requirements must be met

Our expert Partner Visa 309 Advisor in Sydney guides you through each requirement with confidence.

Why Choose IME Advisors for Offshore Partner Visas?

✔ Registered Partner Visa 309 and 100 consultants with legal training in family sponsorship and visa law

✔ Trusted Subclass 309 Visa Expert Sydney for long-distance couples

✔ Extensive support with de facto evidence, cultural marriage documentation, and translated materials

✔ Specialists in country-specific complexities (India, China, Philippines, Middle East, and more)

✔ Representation for appeals, refusals, and complex cases

We understand that when you’re living apart, getting it right the first time matters.

Benefits of Subclass 309 & 100

We understand that when you’re living apart, getting it right the first time matters.

Subclass 309 (Temporary):

Right to enter and stay in Australia

Full work and study rights

Access to Medicare

Can include dependent children

Subclass 100 (Permanent):

Permanent residency status

Access to Centrelink (after qualifying period)

Pathway to Australian citizenship

Ability to sponsor eligible relatives for PR

Application Process with IME Advisors

1. Initial Consultation & Visa Planning

We assess your eligibility, relationship stage, and the best strategy for on-time lodgement.

2. Evidence & Documentation Preparation

IME provides tailored document checklists and support to prove the strength of your relationship. We help gather joint travel records, shared finances, photos, declarations, and more.

3. Subclass 309 Lodgement (Offshore)

Application is lodged online through ImmiAccount. Your partner must be outside Australia at lodgement and at visa grant.

4. Visa Processing & Ongoing Monitoring

We handle correspondence with the Department, keep your file compliant, and prepare for the 100 visa stage from day one.

5. Subclass 100 Visa Grant (Permanent)

Usually granted around two years after initial application. Our Partner Visa 100 Consultant ensures smooth transition to PR.

Special Considerations

✔ Priority processing may apply for sponsors in the military or life-threatening health circumstances

✔ Long-term relationships (3+ years) or those with children may get Subclass 100 directly

✔ De facto relationships must usually demonstrate 12 months of shared life or be officially registered

✔ Refusals can be appealed to the ART with our representation

Our Partner Visa 100 Advisors understand the details that make or break an offshore application.

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At IME Advisors, we believe no border should stand between you and your partner. Whether you’re married, in a de facto relationship, or planning to get married to an Australian citizen…..

Other Visa you might be
interested in

Partner Visa (Onshore) – Subclass 820 & 801

Prospective Marriage Visa – Subclass 300

FAQs – Subclass 309 & 100 Partner Visas

Can I apply for the 309 visa while visiting Australia?

No. You must be outside Australia at both time of application and the Subclass 309 visa grant.

What if we haven’t lived together for 12 months?

Registering your relationship with an Australian state or territory may bypass the 12-month requirement. IME can assist.

What’s the processing time for the 309 and 100 visa?

Subclass 309: Around 12–20 months
Subclass 100: Typically 12 months after 309, unless eligible for direct grant

Can we include children in the application?

Yes. Dependent children can be added at the time of lodgement or before a decision is made.

Can I travel to Australia while my 309 visa is processing?

Yes, but only if you apply for and are granted a visitor visa. You must still be offshore when the 309 is granted.

What happens if our relationship ends during processing?

It may affect your visa. However, if you have experienced domestic violence or your partner passes away, exceptions may apply.

What documents do I need to prove our relationship?

Proof includes joint travel history, shared bills, joint leases, photos, social media communication, and statutory declarations.

Is Subclass 821 a real visa for offshore partner applicants?

No. There’s often confusion online. Offshore partner visas are Subclass 309 (temp) and 100 (perm).

Can we fast-track the Subclass 100?

Only under specific circumstances — long-term relationship with children or compelling compassionate grounds.

Can IME Advisors help if we’ve already lodged?

Yes. Whether your application is pending or refused, we provide expert review, advice, and next-step solutions.