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The training visa allows a person to participate in workplace-based training in improving hands-on skills or to complete certain work experience requirements for registration in their occupation.

This is similar to the student visa however instead of classroom based teaching, it is for the students/candidates to learn or improve their hands-on skills in a workplace setting rather than a classroom setting

There are three (3) streams available for this training visa:

Occupational Training for Registration – This stream is for workplace-based training which is required to get occupational registration or licensing to work in Australia or their home country.
Occupational Training to enhance skills – This stream are for those already studying or working in their occupation but wish to improve their skills. They are required to demonstrate at least 12 months full time equivalent experience (study or work) from the last 24 months in the relevant occupation. The occupation must be found on the occupation list. The trainer/employer will also need to provide a tailored training plan for the candidate’s specific needs.
Occupation Training for capacity building overseas – this stream are for either:
- Students who are currently enrolled in an educational institution overseas who wishes to complete their mandatory period of practical training in Australia for no more than 6 months;
- Training where the national or state/territory government agency has provided support in Australia and in the home country of the nominee;
- Professional development programs involving face to face classroom teaching in Australia. This is usually used for overseas employers to send their managerial or professional employees.

The training visa can be granted for up to 2 years but most of all the length of the visa will depend on length of the tailored training plan.

Click here to see other sponsored visa options.

If Australian companies cannot suitable employees locally, the 482 Visa can help them hire skilled employees from overseas to solve the issue of labour shortage.

482 visa holders (employees) can work in Australia and potentially obtain an Australian permanent residence (PR) visa.

The Temporary Skill Shortage 482 visa procedure has three components:

1. The business must first attain sponsorship qualification (the business must be legally active and compliant with local labour and employment laws).

2. Position Guarantee Application (position details including salary and authenticity).

3. Visa Application (applicants must demonstrate that they meet the skills, health, and character requirements for the occupation).

The Temporary Skill Shortage 482 visa comes in three main categories：

1. Short Term Visa Category:

For skilled workers whose occupations are on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), each visa is valid for up to two years (or up to four years if international trade obligation applies)

The occupation is on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL).

After working for two years, you will have the opportunity to smoothly transition to a permanent visa.

The main requirements include:

The employer must be eligible to sponsor.
The employer must complete a labour market test.
The employer must demonstrate a genuine need for the position.
Some occupations will require you to pass relevant skills assessments.
You must have 2 years of work experience in the relevant field (from November 2024, the work experience requirement will be reduced to 1 year).
You must have the necessary experience and qualifications to work in this occupation.
You will need to hold private health insurance.
You need to prove that your true purpose of entry is to engage in temporary employment.
IELTS average score of 5.0 (no less than 4.5 in each item) (or equivalent).

2. Medium-Term Visa Category

If the occupation is on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), the visa duration can be up to four years. After working for two years, your employer can sponsor you to transition to a permanent 186 visa.

The occupation must be on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).

The main requirements include:

The employer must be eligible to sponsor.
The employer must demonstrate genuine need for the position.
The employer must complete a labour market test.
Some occupations will require you to pass relevant skills assessments.
You must have 2 years of work experience in the relevant field (from November 2024, the work experience requirement will be reduced to 1 year).
You must have the necessary experience and qualifications to work in this occupation.
You will need to hold private health insurance.
IELTS average score of 5.0 (no score less than 5.0 in each item) (or equivalent).

3. Labour Agreement Category

If a specific occupation is not the current occupation list, the employer can establish and sign an independent Labour Agreement with Australian federal government to recruit skilled workers from overseas.

Applicants have the potential to apply for Australian permanent residence in the future.

If you are unsure whether you qualify, you should book in a consultation with us to discover more.

The Employer Nomination Visa Scheme (subclass 186) is a permanent residence visa. Employees holding this visa can live and work in Australia permanently.

The purpose of this visa is to assist Australian employers in nominating and recruiting overseas personnel to fill shortages in highly skilled positions.

The 186 Visa comes in the following three categories:

482 Temporary Residence Transition Stream – Age must be no more than 45 years (unless conditions for exemption are met)
Direct Entry Stream – Age must be under 45 years
Labour Agreement Stream

The applicant’s occupation must be on the occupation list for the 186 visa.

1. 482 Temporary Visa Transition

The application’s occupation is on the Short-Term Technical Occupation List (STSOL) or is on the Medium to Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). Skilled workers whose occupations are on the MLTSSL can apply for the Subclass 482 temporary work visa initially.

This visa is valid for a maximum of two or four years. During this time, applicants can legally work in Australia and gain valuable work experience.

After holding this visa for two years, if both the applicant and employer meet the relevant requirements, the employer can sponsor the applicant to apply for a permanent resident 186 visa, thereby achieving the goal and of living and working in Australia for the long-term.

This approach provides skilled workers with a stable and sustainable development path.

Other requirements include:

You must be under 45 (under 50 if exempt).
The employer must attain sponsorship qualification unlike the 482 visa).
The employer needs to prove the actual demand for the position.
A skills assessment is not required.
You need to have at least two years of full-time work experience in your nominated occupation or related field. This work experience must be gained with the same employer that sponsored the 482 visa.
The work experience must accumulate and be completed within three years before applying for the 186 visa.
IELTS average score must be 6.0 (no less than 6.0 in each section), or equivalent English proficiency.
Applicants will need to pass a health check and provide a police clearance certificate to meet Australia’s health and character requirements.

What happens if you have to change an employer midway?

Typically, this means you need to reapply for a subclass 482 visa and accumulate 2 years of work experience again, so that you meet the above requirements and are eligible to submit a subclass 186 visa application.

2. Direct Entry Stream

The direct entry permanent residency category allows highly skilled individuals to obtain permanent residency directly without having to hold a subclass 482 visa.

Requirements for this category include:

You must be under 45 years old.
The employer must obtain sponsorship qualification (unlike the 482 visa).
The employer needs to demonstrate a genuine demand for the position.
The applicant’s occupation must be on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
Applicants need to pass a skills assessment in relevant occupations.
Applicants need to have at least 3 years of full-time work experience in related fields (including overseas related experience).
Applicants are required to pass a health examination, provide proof of a clean criminal record, and meet Australia’s health and character requirements.
IELTS average score of 6.0 (no score less than 6.0 in each item), or equivalent English level.

3. Labour Agreement

If certain occupations are not on the current occupation list, an employer still has the possibility of recruiting skilled overseas workers through an independent Labour Agreement with the Australian Federal Government.

These agreements allow employers to nominate occupations that are not on the skilled occupation list for their specific skills shortages, thereby meeting the genuine recruitment needs of the business.

Sponsored overseas personnel will not only have the opportunity to work in Australia but can also apply for Australian permanent residence in the future, providing them with a stable and long-term career development path.

If you are unsure whether you qualify, you should book in a consultation with us to discover more.

The skilled independent visa – subclass 189 is one of the visas within the General Skilled Migration Program. You must be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation to apply. You must have achieved a minimum of Competent English.

If a candidate has sufficient points and their occupation is on the specified occupation list then they can apply for this visa without support or invitation from a State or Territory Nominated Visa.

To be eligible for the Skilled Independent visa – subclass 189, your occupation must be on the specified occupation list and you must satisfy the Skilled Migration Points Test for the occupation. The minimum points threshold across all occupations is 65 points, with points awarded based on factors such as your:

Age
English language ability
Qualifications
Employment experience
Partner’s skills

You can use the points table to calculate an estimate of the number of points you may be eligible for in the skilled independent visa – subclass 189.

Points Table – Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa

	Factor	Points
Age	18-24	25
	25-32	30
	33-39	25
	40-44	15
English	Competent English	0
	Proficient English	10
	Superior English	20
Skilled Employment – Overseas	< 3 years	0
	3-5 years	5
	5-8 years	10
	8 years +	15
Skilled Employment – Australia	< 1 year	0
	1-3 years	5
	3-5 years	10
	5-8 years	15
	8 years +	20
Educational Qualifications	PhD from Australia or a recognised foreign educational institution	20
	Bachelor degree from Australia or a recognised foreign educational institution	15
	Diploma or trade qualification from Australia	10
	Qualification/award otherwise recognised by relevant assessing authority as being suitable for that occupation	10
Specialist education qualification	A Masters degree by research or a PhD from an Australian educational institution that included at least 2 academic years of study in STEM fields. (see below)	10
Australian Study Requirement	Completed at least 1 degree, diploma or trade qualification from an Australian educational institution for at least 2 academic years study.	5
Professional Year	Completion of Professional Year in Australia	5
Credentialled Community Language	Hold a recognised qualification in a credentialled community Language	5
Study in Regional Australia	Completed the Australian study requirement for 1 degree, diploma or trade qualification whilst living and studying in a designated regional area	5
Partner Skills Qualification	Spouse/De facto partner is: · Under 45 · Has competent English · Has suitable skills assessment for their nominated occupation which is on the same skilled occupation list	10
	Spouse/De facto partner is: · Has competent English	5
	Spouse/De facto partner is an Australian citizen or permanent resident OR You are single	10
Invited by State/Territory visa	Subclass 190 visa	5
	Subclass 491 visa	15

If your points are low, you may wish to apply for a special invitation/nomination from the State or Territory you wish to live in which will give you an extra 5 points. If you express an interest to reside in a regional area for the Subclass 491 visa, then you can get an extra 15 points.

There are several stages to the Subclass 189 visa.

Skills Assessment – You must first be assessed as qualified to perform the occupation. Each occupation has its own assessing authority who will assess your level of experience and qualifications. A positive result must be received before proceeding to the next step.
Expression of Interest (‘EOI’) – An EOI is required for the Governments to select the top candidates in monthly rounds. They will pick the candidates with the most points to pass through to the next round. Sometimes, candidates are waiting for 2 years and still do not receive an invitation. The Department conducts regular reviews of the Expressions of Interest submitted by prospective applicants and makes invitation rounds as they see fit. Further information can be found on the Department website at here.
Visa Application – You can then lodge your visa application within 60 days of receiving an invitation.

On 27 February 2021, the Distinguished Talent visa was renamed the Global Talent visa. It will now cover both onshore and offshore applicants.

This visa is for people who have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in an eligible field.

You may be invited to apply for this visa by the Department of Home Affairs but this is not necessary. If you are invited, then your application will be streamlined; the online lodgement and subsequent process should be extremely quick from application to visa grant.

The main requirements for this visa are:

Generally be from 18-54 years of age. However, as long as you can demonstrate exceptional benefit you will be able to apply above 55 and under 18 years of age.
Be nominated by an Australian citizen, permanent resident or Australian organisation with national reputation in the same field as you. They will need to explain how you are a talent in that field.
Demonstrate that you are internationally recognised in:
- A profession; or
- A sport; or
- The arts; or
- Academia and research
Demonstrate exceptional and outstanding achievements and prominence in your field for at least 2 years.
Have the ability to establish yourself in Australia including finding work.
Demonstrate that you would be an asset to the Australian community by showing how you would benefit the Australian community economically, socially, culturally or raise Australia’s standing in that area internationally.

Global Talent Independent Program

For 2020-2021, the Australian Government has allocated 15,000 places under this program where they will streamline the Global Talent visa pathway for highly skilled professionals in ten future-focused sectors.

The 10 target sectors are:

Resources
Agri-food and AgTech
Energy
Health Industries
Defence, Advanced Manufacturing and Space
Circular Economy
DigiTech
Infrastructure and Tourism
Financial Services and FinTech
Education

To obtain a place in the global independent program, you must demonstrate:

Prominence in your field of expertise (which must be one of the target sectors) generally requiring you to hold senior roles, patents, professional awards, international publications and memberships.
Demonstrate an internationally recognised history of achievements.
Provide evidence that they would be an asset to Australia.
Either currently being paid or demonstrate ability to attract a salary at or above the fair work high income threshold of AUD 153,600.
Have a nominator with national reputation in the same field.

This program is also available for PhD graduates who can demonstrate exceptional talent and international recognition in the target sector.

Once you are invited, this invitation is valid for 12 months and you can lodge your visa application anytime during this time.

If you are unsure whether you qualify, you should book in a consultation with us to discover more.

Subclass 190 visa is a permanent visa. It allows you to work and live in the State or Territory who has invited you.

The steps to achieving this are:

Skills Assessment – you must first be assessed as qualified to perform the occupation. Each occupation has its own assessing authority who will assess your level of experience and qualifications. A positive result must be received before proceeding to the next step.
Expression of Interest (‘EOI’) + State/Territory Nomination – an EOI is required for the Governments to select the top candidates in monthly rounds. They will pick the candidates with the most points to pass through to the next round.
Visa Application – you can then lodge your visa application within 60 days of receiving an invitation

You will need a minimum of 65 points to be invited however generally each occupation will have a different cut-off point depending on the demand of that occupation.

You can use the points table to calculate an estimate of the number of points you may be eligible for:

	Factor	Points
Age	18-24	25
	25-32	30
	33-39	25
	40-44	15
English	Competent English	0
	Proficient English	10
	Superior English	20
Skilled Employment – Overseas	< 3 years	0
	3-5 years	5
	5-8 years	10
	8 years +	15
Skilled Employment – Australia	< 1 year	0
	1-3 years	5
	3-5 years	10
	5-8 years	15
	8 years +	20
Educational Qualifications	PhD from Australia or a recognised foreign educational institution	20
	Bachelor degree from Australia or a recognised foreign educational institution	15
	Diploma or trade qualification from Australia	10
	Qualification/award otherwise recognised by relevant assessing authority as being suitable for that occupation	10
Specialist education qualification	A Masters degree by research or a PhD from an Australian educational institution that included at least 2 academic years of study in STEM fields. (see below)	10
Australian Study Requirement	Completed at least 1 degree, diploma or trade qualification from an Australian educational institution for at least 2 academic years study.	5
Professional Year	Completion of Professional Year in Australia	5
Credentialled Community Language	Hold a recognised qualification in a credentialled community Language	5
Study in Regional Australia	Completed the Australian study requirement for 1 degree, diploma or trade qualification whilst living and studying in a designated regional area	5
Partner Skills Qualification	Spouse/De facto partner is: · Under 45 · Has competent English · Has suitable skills assessment for their nominated occupation which is on the same skilled occupation list	10
	Spouse/De facto partner is: · Has competent English	5
	Spouse/De facto partner is an Australian citizen or permanent resident OR You are single	10
Invited by State/Territory visa	Subclass 190 visa	5
	Subclass 491 visa	15

The other requirements for this 190 visa are:

Invitation from State/Territory has not ended
Must be under 45 at the time of invitation
Provide evidence of the points claimed in the invitation including the skills assessment result
Demonstrate at least Competent English
Occupation is found on the occupation list

The most difficult part of the visa process is to obtain an invitation from a State/Territory Government. Even if your occupation is listed on the Department’s list, each state/ Territory Government has its own smaller list of occupations that they are specifically looking and inviting for the subclass 190 visa.

It is best to speak with one of us so you can get all-rounded advice to maximise your points and success rate.

The 491 visa is a provisional visa available for 5 years. It allows you to work and live in a designated regional area of Australia. You may then transition into the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (Subclass 191) after living and working above the specified income threshold for at least 3 years in the designated regional area.

As part of the Australian Government’s initiative to promote residence in the regional areas of Australia, invitation or nomination under this visa gives an extra 15 points.

The steps to achieving this are:

Skills Assessment – You must first be assessed as qualified to perform the occupation. Each occupation has its own assessing authority who will assess your level of experience and qualifications. A positive result must be received before proceeding to the next step.
Expression of Interest (‘EOI’) + State/Territory Nomination – An EOI is required for the Governments to select the top candidates in monthly rounds. They will pick the candidates with the most points to pass through to the next round.
Visa Application – You can then lodge your visa application within 60 days of receiving an invitation.

You will need a minimum of 65 points to be invited, however, each occupation will generally have a different cut-off point depending on the demand for that occupation.

You can use the points table to calculate an estimate of the number of points you may need to be eligible for the 491 visa:

	Factor	Points
Age	18-24	25
	25-32	30
	33-39	25
	40-44	15
English	Competent English	0
	Proficient English	10
	Superior English	20
Skilled Employment – Overseas	< 3 years	0
	3-5 years	5
	5-8 years	10
	8 years +	15
Skilled Employment – Australia	< 1 year	0
	1-3 years	5
	3-5 years	10
	5-8 years	15
	8 years +	20
Educational Qualifications	PhD from Australia or a recognised foreign educational institution	20
	Bachelor degree from Australia or a recognised foreign educational institution	15
	Diploma or trade qualification from Australia	10
	Qualification/award otherwise recognised by relevant assessing authority as being suitable for that occupation	10
Specialist education qualification	A Masters degree by research or a PhD from an Australian educational institution that included at least 2 academic years of study in STEM fields. (see below)	10
Australian Study Requirement	Completed at least 1 degree, diploma or trade qualification from an Australian educational institution for at least 2 academic years study.	5
Professional Year	Completion of Professional Year in Australia	5
Credentialled Community Language	Hold a recognised qualification in a credentialled community Language	5
Study in Regional Australia	Completed the Australian study requirement for 1 degree, diploma or trade qualification whilst living and studying in a designated regional area	5
Partner Skills Qualification	Spouse/De facto partner is: · Under 45 · Has competent English · Has suitable skills assessment for their nominated occupation which is on the same skilled occupation list	10
	Spouse/De facto partner is: · Has competent English	5
	Spouse/De facto partner is an Australian citizen or permanent resident OR You are single	10
Invited by State/Territory visa	Subclass 190 visa	5
	Subclass 491 visa	15

The other requirements for the 491 visa are:

Invitation from State/Territory has not ended
Must be under 45 at the time of invitation
Provide evidence of the points claimed in the invitation including the skills assessment result
Demonstrate at least Competent English
Occupation is found on the occupation list

The most difficult part of the visa process is to obtain an invitation from a State/Territory Government. Even if your occupation is listed on the Department’s list, each State/Territory Government has its own smaller list of occupations that they are specifically looking for and inviting for the subclass 491 visa. Therefore, it is important to do all thorough research and planning prior to making the first step.

If you are unsure whether you qualify, you should book in a consultation with us to discover more.

Australia has one of the highest health standards in the world. As such, all visa applications contain a health requirement. Candidates must undergo certain health assessments to ensure that they meet the health requirement to enter and remain in Australia.

Under the health requirement, certain health conditions are considered a public threat to the Australian community. This includes the following conditions:

Measles
Active Tuberculosis

Even if you do not have a condition which would be considered a public threat, you must still show that you are free of any other diseases which may cause a significant burden to the Australian health and community services or be a significant cost to the Australian community.

Some health conditions which may warrant further assessment are:

Hepatitis
HIV
Cancer
Alzheimer’s
Renal Disease or Failure

Each visa has a different health requirement (4005 and 4007). The difference is whether a health waiver would be available. A health waiver allows those who do not meet the health requirement to still be granted the visa provided they can sign an undertaking and demonstrate that their condition would not result in a significant cost to the community or prevent Australians from accessing health or community services in short supply.

If you have any medical condition listed above, or any other medical condition that requires long term treatment, then you should enquire with us to see whether you meet the health requirements.

Most visa applications to enter or remain in Australia contain a good character requirement. If you have had a past criminal record (including a charge, spent convictions etc.) there is a chance that you may not meet the character requirement to enter Australia.

Being able to enter, reside and live in Australia is a privilege. The Australian government will only grant a visa to those who are of good character and do not pose any threat or danger to the Australian community.

You may not pass the character requirement if you:

Have a substantial criminal record
Are reasonably suspected to be associated with a person, group or organisation involved in criminal conduct
Escaped from immigration detention
Convicted or found guilty of one or more sexually based offences involving a child
Have been convicted of a domestic violence offence or have been subject to a domestic violence order.

Most people have a misconception that you can pass the character test as long as you have not been sentenced to imprisonment for more than 12 months however this is not true. That is only one element of the character requirement. Even a long-standing history of criminal record (not resulting in imprisonment) or a bad history of general conduct can lead an applicant to be refused a visa on the basis that they do not meet the character requirements.

Even after your visa is cancelled, you are still subject to the good character provisions. That is, if you commit a crime in Australia or otherwise engage in bad criminal or general misconduct after your substantive visa has been cancelled, then your bridging visa may also be cancelled.

Since 2018, The Australian Government has been tightening the character test making it more difficult to pass especially for those being involved in violent or serious offences. You can read more about the character test here: Strengthening the Character Test 2021

If you are unsure whether you qualify, you should book in a consultation with us to discover more.

The most common visa in the family category is the partner visa. You may be eligible to migrate to Australia using the partner visa if you are married or in a de facto partner relationship with an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen.

The legal definition of a ‘de facto’ partner relationship is different to that under the Family Law Act. Therefore, it is important to enquire with an immigration lawyer to understand whether you are eligible for the visa (per immigration requirements).

First of all, you do not have to have lived together at all to be considered a de facto couple.

The main requirement for the partner visa is:

Demonstrate you are in a genuine, exclusive and mutually committed relationship with the Sponsor
The Sponsor must meet certain sponsorship requirements (e.g. not have sponsored someone before within a certain period)
Be of good character and health

We are experienced with dealing with many complex partner visa applications including:

Couples who have never lived together or have a short long distance relationship
Same sex relationship where the relationship is not known to family and friends
The sponsor has a significant criminal record
The sponsor has sponsored more than 2 people in the past
The sponsor has sponsored someone in less than 5 years
The visa applicant is suffering from domestic violence
The relationship breaks down before the visa is granted
One spouse/partner engaged in extra-marital affairs

It is important to note that in 2021, some changes will occur for the partner visa including:

Introduction of English language requirement
Two step processing for sponsor and visa applicants separately

Visa Policy

Australia’s partner visa is designed for the spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. The onshore partner visa is divided into two stages: temporary (Subclass 820) and permanent (Subclass 801).

Stage 1: Temporary Stage (Subclass 820)

Applicants must be in a genuine and ongoing relationship with the Sponsor.
Applicants need to provide supporting evidence of the relationship such as marriage certificate, proof of cohabitation, sharing of financial responsibilities, nature of household, social aspects and commitment to a long-term relationship with each other.
Allows the holder to live and work in Australia while awaiting processing of the permanent visa.

Stage 2: Permanent Stage (Subclass 801)

Applicants are eligible to apply for the permanent visa usually two years after submitting the temporary visa (unless they meet certain criteria).
Applicants need to provide further evidence demonstrating the genuineness and continuity of the relationship.
After obtaining the permanent partner visa, the holder can live, work, and study indefinitely in Australia and is eligible to apply for Australian citizenship subject to meeting relevant residence requirements.

Basic Requirements

When applying for a partner visa, applicants need to meet the following basic requirements:

Evidence of Relationship
- Married Spouse
  - Possess a valid marriage certificate confirming their legal marital status.
  - Provide evidence of cohabitation, such as a rental agreement or jointly owned property.
  - Provide evidence of sharing of financial responsibilities, such as joint bank accounts, insurance policies and other jointly owned assets.
  - Demonstrate the nature of the household, such as joint responsibility for the care of children, living arrangements, sharing of housework.
  - Present the social aspect of the relationship, such as evidence of declaration of relationship to authorities, photos from joint outings, invitations and statements from family and friends.
- De facto Spouse
  - Provide evidence of at least 12 months cohabitation (unless certain criteria are met), such as a rental agreement or jointly owned property.
  - Provide evidence of sharing of financial responsibilities, such as joint bank accounts, insurance policies and other jointly owned assets.
  - Demonstrate the nature of the household, such as joint responsibility for the care of children, living arrangements, sharing of housework.
  - Present the social aspect of the relationship, such as evidence of declaration of relationship to authorities, photos from joint outings, invitations and statements from family and friends.
Sponsor’s Eligibility
- The sponsor must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- The sponsor must meet the character requirements specified by the Australian government.
- The sponsor has turned 18 years of age (additional requirement apply if this is not the case).
- Generally, a sponsor can only sponsor two spouses/partners in their lifetime (exemptions apply in certain circumstances).
- The sponsor agrees to ensure that adequate accommodation is available to the applicant for up to 2 years upon their arrival in Australia or following visa grant.
- The sponsor agrees to provide support as required enabling the applicant to attend appropriate English language courses.
Health and Character Requirements
- The applicant must meet Australia’s health and character requirements.
- The sponsor must meet relevant character requirements.

Our Service Process and Timeline

At Brightstone Migration, we offer comprehensive partner visa application services to ensure your application proceeds smoothly.

We recognise that applying for a partner visa can be both challenging and stressful. That is why we are dedicated to offering personalised and expert support to ensure a smooth process and successful outcome.

Consultation and Assessment Phase (1-2 weeks)
- Initial consultation to understand your circumstances, assess your eligibility and outline the visa application process.
- Provide a document checklist and guidance as to the information and documents required to support the application.
Document Preparation Phase (2-4 weeks)
- Assist in preparing and collating all required documents to ensure they meet the relevant legal requirements.
- Review information and supporting documents to ensure legal requirements are met.
Application Submission Phase (1 week)
- Draft, review and submit visa application.
- Ensure complete and accurate information and documents are provided with the application.
Processing Phase
- Temporary Visa (Subclass 820): currently 30-51 months
  - Monitor the application progress and provide real-time feedback.
  - Assist with any further requests from the immigration department.
- Permanent Visa (Subclass 801): usually two years after submitting the temporary visa application
  - Assist in preparing and submitting the permanent visa application.
  - Monitor the permanent visa application progress and provide real-time feedback.
After Visa Approval
- Provide post-visa support and consultation services to help you adapt to life in Australia.