WHY APPLY FOR SUBCLASS 820 & 801?

• Reside in Australia for an unrestricted period
• Work, and study in Australia
• Social and healthcare benefits
• Apply for citizenship in Australia, if eligible

AGED PARTNER VISA SUBCLASS 820 & 801

With the Partner Visa subclass 820 & 801 visas, spouses or de-facto partners of Australian citizens or permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens can live in the country. On the one hand, Subclass visa 820 is a short-term visa, and Subclass 801 visa is a permanent one.

If you intend on applying for visa 801, you must be a Subclass 820 visa holder. Visa 801 allows you to reside in Australia for an unrestricted period. During this time, you can reside, work, and study in the country. You are also allowed to attend free English classes that the Adult Migrant English Program provides.

You are allowed to apply for citizenship in Australia if you satisfy the clauses that the authority mentions. You are also eligible to register in an Australian public health care scheme (Medicare) and use it whenever you need it. Sponsor your close family members who intend to come and stay in Australia with you under visa 801.

BENEFITS OF  SUBCLASS VISA 820 & 801

If you hold a Partner visa Australia, you can reside permanently in the country. You can study and also work with a recognized establishment with a visa. You are allowed to travel to and from Australia unrestrictedly for the first five years under an 801 visa. To continue this way, you must apply for Resident Reserve (RRV) and enter the country again. You are allowed to travel to your home country any number of times under Visa subclass 820. You can enroll in various healthcare schemes with these visas. You can apply for citizenship in Australia under subclass 820 if you satisfy the eligibility criteria.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR A PARTNER VISA 820 & 801

When applying for Australian Visa 820 and visa subclass 801, you need to meet certain requirements that are listed as follows:

• When an individual applies for Visa 820, he/she needs to be in Australia and not in the immigration clearance. Any family member who is traveling with you also must be in Australia when he/she applies for it.
• If you intend to apply for an 801 visa, you should be holding a Subclass 820 visa.
• You should have married or need to be in a de-facto relationship with an individual who is a citizen or a permanent resident of Australia.

REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTNER VISA 820 AND 801

The requirements for both the 820 visa and visa subclass 801 have to be met in case you want a visa to be issued. The conditions are as follows:

For Subclass 801

• To get an 801 visa, you should be a visa holder of either a Partner visa subclass 820 or a dependent child visa subclass 445.

For Subclass 820

• Need to be aged more than 18.
• Not have had a visa declined or canceled in the past.
• Need to meet health and character requirements.
• Need to submit the details of the sponsorship.

For Subclass 801 as well as Subclass 820

• You should not be indebted to the government of Australia.
• Must meet the relationship requirements.
• Must consider the best knowledge of children aged fewer than 18.

AUSTRALIAN PARTNER VISA SUBCLASS 820 & 801’S ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

You must meet certain aspects in order to get Partner Visa 820 & 801. The eligibility criteria for Visa 820 & 801 are as follows:

For Subclass 820

Status of the Visa

Visa should not have been declined or canceled in the past.

Sponsorship Details

You and your family members who are applying for visa 820 must have a sponsor. If the Australian government accepts the sponsorship, the same individual needs to sponsor you for two years after the visa issuance.

Requirement of Age 

The applicant should be aged more than 18.

Requirements of Health and Character 

The Australian government needs applicants to meet the requirements of health and character for the Visa. If the authorities ask your extended family members to attend the test, they should do so.

For Subclass 801

Visa Holder

You must hold a visa of either a Partner visa subclass 820 or a dependent child visa subclass 445.

For Subclass 801 as well as Subclass 820

Outstanding Dues

As mentioned earlier, you must not be indebted to the Australian government. In case you are, ensure to repay it before applying for a visa.

Best Interest of the Children

A visa will not be granted if it is not in the best interest of the children.

Relationship Conditions

You must be a spouse or a de-facto partner of a citizen or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealander.

PARTNER VISA SUBCLASS 820 AND 801 CHECKLIST

It is critical to maintain a to-do list for Visa subclass 801 as well as Partner visa 820, which will help you get a visa successfully.

For Subclass 820

• Be ready with all the requirements, including age criteria, health and character requirements, details of sponsorship, etc.
• Be present in Australia when applying online.

For Subclass 801

• If a visa is issued immediately after visa 820, you do not need the requirements; in case it is not issued, you must submit the details.
• You can access the visa application after two years of filing the visa application form. You must send the requirements two months prior to the end of two years. You are advised not to submit them earlier than the specified date.

For Subclass 801 as well as Subclass 820

• If your application is accepted, you will get the visa details, such as the grant number, the start of the visa date, etc.
• If the application is declined, the rejection details will be notified to you.
• In no case will you be refunded the processing fee.

PROCESSING TIMES FOR AUSTRALIAN VISA SUBCLASS 820 AND 801 VISAS

The processing time of the 801 visa and the visa subclass 820 is decided based on the factors stated below:

• Provision of requirements necessary for the application form.
• Filling up the application form accurately.
• The authority requires time to confirm all the details you have provided.

Visa Type	Time to process 25% of applications	Time to process 50% of applications	Time to process 75% of applications	Time to process 90% of applications
Subclass 820 (Temporary)	Six Months	11 Months	25 Months	34 months
Subclass 801 (Permanent)	81 Days	Five Months	Nine Months	16 months

STEPS TO APPLY

Step 1: Check your eligibility
Step 2: Fulfil the requirements
Step 3: Apply for the visa
Step 4: Get the visa status
Step 5: Settle in Australia

HOW CAN Y-AXIS HELP YOU?

With our vast experience in Australian immigration, Y-Axis can help you understand and navigate the process with complete confidence. Our services include:

• Eligibility Evaluation
• Immigration Checklist
• Complete Application processing
• Assisting in arranging the requirements
• Updates & follow up

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