Partner Immigration to Australia - Interdependency Visas (Same-Sex Couples)

Visa Criteria

1. you and your partner have a mutual commitment to a shared life to the exclusion of any spouse or any other interdependent relationships
2. your relationship is genuine and continuing; and
3. you and your partner live together, or don't live separately and apart on a permanent basis.
4. you and your partner have been in an interdependent relationship for a period of 12 months immediately preceding the date of application, unless there are compelling or compassionate circumstances. These include where applicants can establish that cohabitation was not legally permitted in the country in which they had lived during the 12 months.
5. generally, you both need to be aged 18 or over.
6. you must pass health and character criteria.

How do I apply?

Visa Conditions and Duration

If you have been in the relationship with your partner for five years or more at the time of application, the two year waiting period for permanent residence may be waived.

After the two year period, you will be entitled to apply for permanent residence in Australia provided that your relationship still continues.

In some circumstances, you may be eligible for permanent residence even if the relationship has broken up before the end of the 2 year period. These circumstances include:

• If your partner has died during this period; or
• If you or your dependents have been subject to domestic violence during this period

You may wish to send us an email inquiry asking for advice about the best way to proceed with your application. When applying for partner migration, there are a number of options available in terms of visa categories and whether the application is lodged in Australia or overseas. One of our registered migration agents will respond to your inquiry within 2 business days with detailed information on which course of action would best suit your needs.