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💑 Partner Visa

Partner Visa
(Subclass 309/100)

Up to 40% of partner visa applications are refused. The difference between approval and refusal almost always comes down to how convincingly your relationship is presented. We've been through this process ourselves — and we know exactly what it takes.

⭐ Our Hero Service

50% of applications

16 months

90% of applications

24 months

Offshore (Subclass 309) processing times from the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

✨ Signature Feature

The Relationship Timeline

A beautifully designed, personalised visual timeline of your relationship. This document tells your love story in a way that is compelling, clear, and professionally presented to the Department of Home Affairs.

This is our most loved service. Clients tell us it makes a real difference — and case officers have commented on the quality of the timelines we produce.

Learn more about the Timeline →
Sample Australian partner visa Relationship Timeline document created by Sama Sama Visas in Bali

What's Included

  • In-depth initial consultation
  • Personalised document strategy
  • Relationship Timeline creation (signature service)
  • Document review and organisation
  • Application form completion
  • Statutory declaration guidance
  • Application lodgement
  • Ongoing support through the process

Key Documents Required

  • Valid passport (both applicant and sponsor)
  • Proof of Australian citizenship or PR (sponsor)
  • Evidence of genuine relationship (photos, communications, joint finances)
  • Relationship Timeline (our signature service)
  • Statutory declarations from both partners
  • Statutory declarations from people who know the couple
  • Medical examination results
  • Police clearance certificates

Our Process

  1. 1WhatsApp consultation — tell us your story
  2. 2We create your Relationship Timeline
  3. 3Document gathering and review
  4. 4Application completion and final review
  5. 5Lodgement and ongoing support

Pricing

One simple payment to us covers everything — our service fee and the government fee. Contact us for a quote.

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💑 Partner Visa Journey

What to Expect

The partner visa is a long journey. Here's a realistic overview of the key stages and approximate timeframes.

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Day 1

Lodge Application

Submit your Subclass 309 application with all supporting documents.

2–4 months

Initial Processing

Application is assigned to a case officer. Bridging visa may be granted if applicable.

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Varies

Bridging Visa

If the sponsor is in Australia, a bridging visa allows the applicant to stay lawfully while waiting.

12–24 months

Subclass 309 Granted

Temporary partner visa granted. You can live and work in Australia.

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~2–3 years total

Subclass 100 Granted

Permanent partner visa granted after further assessment of your ongoing relationship.

Timeframes are approximate and sourced from the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Individual circumstances vary significantly.

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Tell us your story. We'll take care of the rest.