Family evidence matters
Partner and parent visas are not just forms. Relationship history, sponsor eligibility, family composition and timing need to be clear before lodgement.
Family & Other Visas
Family, visit and next-step Australian pathways.
Clear guidance for partner, parent, visitor, graduate, business investment and citizenship matters where timing, evidence and future consequences all matter.
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Quick pathway map
Partner & parent evidence
Visitor stay purpose
Graduate work rights
Business nomination
Citizenship residence history
Temporary means temporary
Visitor visas need a believable short-stay purpose, enough funds and strong reasons to comply with visa conditions.
Plan beyond the next visa
Graduate, business and citizenship decisions often affect later PR, work, travel and family options.
Available pathways
Choose the visa by purpose, not just subclass.
820/801
Relationship pathway
Partner Visa (Temporary & Permanent)
Evidence across financial, household, social and commitment pillars.
Best for
Couples planning onshore or offshore partner migration.
Temporary leading to Permanent (PR)
Onshore (820/801) or Offshore (309/100)
103,
Family reunion
Parent Visa Pathways
Balance of Family test, costs, queue timing and Assurance of Support.
Best for
Parents of settled Australian citizens, PR holders or eligible NZ citizens.
Permanent (PR) or Temporary (Provisional)
Onshore (Aged Parents) or Offshore
600
Temporary visit
Visitor Visa
Genuine temporary stay, funds, invitations and visitor conditions.
Best for
Family visits, tourism, short business visitor activity or events.
Up to 3, 6, or 12 months
Onshore or Offshore
485
Post-study bridge
Temporary Graduate Visa
Course completion timing, English, AFP check, OVHC and future work strategy.
Best for
Recent Australian graduates planning next skilled or employer pathway.
18 months to 4 years (varies by qualification and regional studies)
Must apply Onshore (within 6 months of course completion)
188
Capital and enterprise
Business Innovation & Investment
Nomination, business history, assets, investment plan and PR transition.
Best for
Business owners, investors and entrepreneurs seeking an Australian base.
5 Years (Provisional leading to PR)
Onshore or Offshore
Milestone
Final milestone
Australian Citizenship
Residence history, absences, character, test preparation and ceremony steps.
Best for
Permanent residents ready to become Australian citizens.
Lifetime
Onshore or Offshore
Before you apply
The right visa depends on relationship, timing, funds and long-term intent.
Check sponsor and family eligibility before paying fees.
Match temporary visa evidence to the real purpose of stay.
Review future PR, travel and citizenship consequences early.