Today, we will be talking about a very scary topic for most of you – the partner visa cost. We will talk about what changes to expect this year, the partner visa cost and everything else you need to know.
For the last few years, the partner visa cost increase happened during the start of the new financial year which is in July. Will it increase this year? We expect that the price will go up as it does every year.
How much is the price increase? The amount is usually announced along with the Department’s budget before the 1st of July.
Will it be a huge increase? That we don’t know. Looking at previous years, we can observe a Consumer Price Index or CPI increase of around 3% – 4%. We are expecting that the same change will happen this year.
According to the Department of Home Affairs’ website, the current price of the partner visa is at AUD7,715 (this is only current at time of publishing). The cost is very painful, we know. Think of it as an investment for you and your partner’s future. On the brighter side, there will be no extra charges when you decide to apply for a permanent visa. The AUD 7,715 is a two-for-one visa offer. You pay for both at the start.
One of the questions that we always get asked is “is there a payment plan for the partner visa?”. Unfortunately, the Government doesn’t have any payment plans available. If you need to finance this, you will need to arrange it privately.
Will your application include other family members? We suggest that you consult a registered migration agent as extra applicants, unfortunately, mean extra charges.
In summary, we are happy to announce that there has been no increase so far in 2020(as of March 2020), but if there is, make sure to subscribe to our blog and we will be the first to let you know.
Need more help? Freedom Migration is happy to lend a helping hand. For more information visit our Partner Visa FAQ and Partner Visa Pathways. Need some advice? Contact us.
IMPORTANT: Please note, this does not constitute Immigration advice. Always seek advice from a Registered Migration Agent before applying for an Australian Visa. Migration Law is constantly changing. This information is accurate only at the time of publication.
Emma is the founder and principal migration agent at Freedom Migration. She is extremely passionate about uniting partners and families with their loved ones overseas. It might be because she's a product of a partner visa family.
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Is there any other fees, like medical?
Hi Cristina, yes there will be medical fees and police check fees among others.
Hi Emma,
I’m based in the UK and I’m looking to get help with application as a partner for Australia. Cannot call to Aus (too expensive) perhaps we can connect via zoom etc? – I’d like to hire your services if we can agree that you can help my case please.
regards
Nubia
Hey Nubia, contact us via this page https://www.freedommigration.com/contact-us/ and send us your details and we will be in touch.
Hi Emma, looking to get my partner Kwanta (Thailand) a partner visa. I returned to Australia last October from Thai after health problems. We lived together as husband and wife for 5 years in Thailand. We organised a 3 year tourist visa for her to come and visit for three months in April this year but after the virus hit everything on hold. We know that we will have some wait before she can visit….any advice would be most welcome….mike Eastburn
Hey Mike, I’m sorry to hear about your health problems, but we will need more information so we can give you an advice about your situation. Please give us a call on 07 3063 120 so we can help you and your partner further.
with what is going on with cov 19
Is there away I can get to Australia if my girlfriend there if she sponsors need for partner visa?
Hi Jeremy, currently, the borders of Australia are closed and there are several travel restrictions for those who can enter the borders.
We are currently able to help couples in this situation. Please call us on 07 3063 1200 so we can further help you with your application.
Hi, Will the boarders of Australia be open starting next year, by January? My Bf are planning to visit me here in the Philippines and I will come with him there. Is it possible?
Hi Lilibeth, we haven’t heard any definite news regarding this. Keep an eye on our blog. As soon as we have something concrete, we’ll start releasing it.
Hi Emma,
According to the latest costing table, it said applicants within Australia Partner Visa cost $7715 but application by prospective marriage is $1285. can you please explain this? I am Australian and my fiance is French, we both live in Australia right now, if we were to get married before applying for the visa does that mean our cost will be $1285?
thank you
Hi Janie, that’s a great question. We’d like to hear more about you and your fiance’s story as we’d like to help you both. Please call our office at 07 3063 1200 or get in touch with us here https://www.freedommigration.com/contact-us.
I’m wondering the same thinv
Hi Joseph, the Australian Partner Visa Cost is a matter we feel must be discussed in private to help you understand the cost and process of applying for a Partner Visa here in Australia. Please give our office a call at 07 3063 1200.
Hello,
I am Australian and my bf is Irish. How long does it roughly take for a spousal visa to be approved? We are wanting to move home this time next year. Is there a speedier process than spousal visa? We are 32 and he is an accountant.
Thank You
Hi Speedy, what you really need is a Visa Strategy that’s going to work for both of you and get you here in the timeframe that you want. How we do that is we have a Visa Planning Session where we can work out a strategy for you both. If you’d like to book, click here: https://www.freedommigration.com/how-to-book-a-visa-planning-session/
hi emma im from Vanuatu and im here on a working visa for 3 years ive been here since 11 months now and my boyfriend hes an Australian and we’ve been together since 3 months now and im pregnant and my insurance is not covered pregnancy so we want to know if any where out for us to get partner visa thanks
Hi Adelina, glad you found us online! We are Partner Visa Experts and more than happy to assist you in your journey. Please give our office a call at 07 3063 1200 so we can give the best advice fit for you and your partner.