Partner and family
Plan how you and your family can live together in Australia.
The appropriate family pathway depends on the relationship, location, timing and evidence available.
Possible pathways
Possible pathways for partners and families.
Detailed eligibility and visa information follows once the relevant direction is understood.
Partner visa — onshoreFor eligible couples applying while the visa applicant is in Australia.Partner visa — offshoreFor eligible couples applying while the visa applicant is outside Australia.Prospective marriageFor eligible couples intending to marry and continue their pathway in Australia.Contributory parentPermanent and temporary options for eligible parents where the contributory pathway is appropriate.Child and other familyPathways for eligible children and selected family circumstances.
Professional judgement
Family migration decisions are built on evidence, timing and consistency.
The strongest approach explains the relationship or family circumstances clearly and prepares for the full pathway, not one stage alone.
Begin with clarity
Clarify which pathway deserves closer assessment.
A consultation considers your objective, current position and the consequences of the available directions.
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