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Family & Partner
Partner, parent, child and remaining-relative pathways.
Subclass 820/801Subclass 309/100Subclass 143
Overview
Family stream visas reunite Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible New Zealand citizens with their partners, children, parents and other close relatives. Each stream has specific evidence and sponsorship requirements.
Eligibility
- Eligible sponsor who is 18+ and settled in Australia
- Genuine and continuing relationship (partner stream)
- Health and character requirements
- Assurance of Support where applicable (parent stream)
Benefits
- Live in Australia with your family permanently
- Work and study rights from grant
- Access to Medicare on eligible subclasses
- Pathway to citizenship
Frequently asked
How do you prove a genuine relationship?
We help you build a comprehensive evidence file covering financial, social, household and commitment aspects — the four pillars the Department assesses.