Love is the language of heart, be it same sex or different sex. The Australian visa system allows the couple who have a long-term, genuine and continuing relationship to share their lives and mutual commitment in Australia.
The couple that is in the relationship for more than 12 months (de facto relationship) or marriage couple will be eligible for a Partner Visa. Couples that are in de facto relationships less than 12 months, but choose not to marry can also apply for a Partner Visa, as long as their relationship is registered. Each state has different rules and regulations for register of relationship. Please contact the authority in your state. Same sex couples can register their relationship and it will be recognized for immigration purposes.
Australian visa system has 3 categories of Partner Visa:
The couple that is in the relationship for more than 12 months (de facto relationship) or marriage couple will be eligible for a Partner Visa. Couples that are in de facto relationships less than 12 months, but choose not to marry can also apply for a Partner Visa, as long as their relationship is registered. Each state has different rules and regulations for register of relationship. Please contact the authority in your state. Same sex couples can register their relationship and it will be recognized for immigration purposes.
Australian visa system has 3 categories of Partner Visa:
- Prospective Marriage; for couples that plan to marry within 9 months after the visa has been granted.
- Partner Visa (Temporary)
- Partner visa (Permanent)