Australia de-Facto Spouse Visa - globalgateways
Married or de-Facto Spouse Visa
This visa allows you to enter or remain in Australia on the basis of your married or de facto relationship with your partner:
- On a temporary visa (usually for a waiting period of approximately two (2) years from the date you applied for the visa)
- On a permanent visa if, after the waiting period (if applicable), your partner relationship still exists and you are still eligible for this visa.
Your partner must provide sponsorship for you.
- Remain in Australia with your partner, until a decision is made regarding your permanent visa
- Work in Australia
- Study in Australia, but you will not have access to government funding for tertiary study and will be charged international upfront full fees.
- Enrol in Australias medical benefits expenses and hospital care scheme, Medicare.
If applying on the grounds of de-facto partner you and your partner must have been in a de facto relationship for the entire 12 months immediately prior to lodging your application.
