Australia Partner (Spouse) Visa from Pakistan

The Australian Partner visa program enables married spouses and de facto partners of Australian sponsors to migrate to Australia. Both offshore and onshore processing pathways operate as a two-stage process leading from provisional status to permanent residency.

Both pathways have a base charge from AUD 11,710. Applicants must satisfy relationship, character, and health requirements defined by Australian immigration regulations.

Fees are Australian Department of Home Affairs base charges and may change. Professional fees and other costs may apply separately.

Apply outside Australia (subclass 309 temporary, then 100 permanent)

Applicants currently residing in Pakistan must apply for the offshore stream. This involves filing a combined application for the Subclass 309 Temporary Partner visa and the Subclass 100 Permanent Partner visa.

Once granted, the Subclass 309 visa allows you to travel to and reside in Australia with full work and study rights while the Department assesses eligibility for the permanent Subclass 100 visa.

Apply inside Australia (subclass 820 temporary, then 801 permanent)

Applicants who are lawfully present in Australia on an eligible visa can apply via the onshore stream. This combined application includes the Subclass 820 Temporary visa followed by the Subclass 801 Permanent visa.

The Subclass 820 visa provides temporary residency rights during the processing period, establishing a direct bridge toward permanent status under Subclass 801.

To qualify, the applicant must be the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. The relationship must be genuine, continuing, and supported by documented evidence.

Sponsors must also meet eligibility guidelines set by the Department of Home Affairs, including statutory police clearances and financial sponsorship requirements.

How We Assist You

Affan Consultancy provides structured guidance throughout file preparation, helping clients assemble documentary evidence across financial, household, social, and commitment aspects of their relationship.

Our team assists with application lodging and ongoing compliance. We offer clear advice on regulatory standards without making guarantees regarding approval, processing times, or sponsorship outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Subclass 309 and 820? Subclass 309 is for applicants applying from outside Australia, whereas Subclass 820 is for applicants currently inside Australia on a valid visa.

Do base charges cover all application expenses? No, the base fee from AUD 11,710 covers official Department charges. Additional costs for medical assessments, biometrics, translation, and professional consultation fees apply separately.

Speak directly with an experienced consultant to discuss your partner visa eligibility and documentation requirements.