Partner Visa
Australia welcomes spouses of its citizens and permanent residents to join their partners and remain in Australia on a range of visas. The partner, no matter it is different-sex or same-sex, encompasses：
Married couples,
Fiancés, and
Those in de-facto relationships.
Subclass 820
Partner Visa (Temporary)
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You must:
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be in a genuine relationship with your spouse or de facto partner who is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
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be in Australia when you apply for this visa
Subclass 801
Partner Visa (Permanent)
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You must:
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Hold a temporary Partner visa (subclass 820)
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in most cases, continue to be in a married or de facto relationship with your sponsor
