You generally need to show your relationship is genuine and ongoing across four areas: your financial commitments, the nature of your household, the social aspects of your relationship, and your commitment to each other. We help you identify and organise the strongest evidence for your situation.

Yes. De facto partners in a genuine, ongoing relationship may be eligible, generally after living together for a required period, with some exceptions. We assess your specific circumstances at your consultation.

Processing times vary by subclass and individual circumstances and are updated regularly by the Department of Home Affairs. We give you a realistic, current estimate for your situation when we review your case.

If you apply onshore, you are generally granted a bridging visa, and your work entitlements depend on its conditions. We confirm exactly what applies to you based on how and where you apply.

We help you identify and gather the strongest available evidence and structure it to meet the Department's requirements. Where evidence is limited, we advise on practical ways to strengthen your application.

Onshore partner visa applicants may be able to enrol in Medicare once their application is lodged, depending on their circumstances. We advise you on your eligibility as part of managing your case.