100 Visa – Permanent Offshore Partner Visa

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Secure Your Future in Australia with the Subclass 100 Visa

The Subclass 100 Partner Visa is a permanent visa for partners who previously held the temporary Subclass 309 Visa. It is the second stage of the offshore partner visa pathway and allows you to stay in Australia permanently with your spouse or de facto partner.

This visa grants full Australian residency rights and is ideal for couples who started their partner visa process while the applicant was outside Australia.

What Is the Permanent Partner Visa (Subclass 100)?

The 100 visa is a permanent residence visa for those who:

Held a 309 visa (temporary partner visa)
Have maintained a genuine relationship with their sponsor
Continue to meet health, character, and visa conditions

Benefits of the 100 visa include:

Permanent residency in Australia
Full work and study rights
Access to Medicare and Centrelink (if eligible)
Travel in and out of Australia for 5 years
Pathway to Australian citizenship

When Can I Apply for the 100 Visa?

The process begins two years after lodging your Subclass 309 application.

To progress to the visa, you must:

Still be in a genuine relationship with your sponsoring partner
Respond to the Department’s request for further evidence
Provide updated relationship and character information

Required Documents

You will be asked to submit updated supporting documents, which may include:

Relationship evidence (photos, travel records, joint finances, etc.)
Updated Form 888 declarations from family and friends
Police clearances (AFP and overseas if applicable)
Medical checks (if requested)
Change of circumstances forms if applicable (e.g. Form 1022)

We help clients prepare a tailored checklist to ensure nothing is missed.

Can I Be Granted the 100 Visa Early?

Yes. The Department may grant the 100 visa sooner if:

You were in a long-term relationship (3+ years or 2+ years with children) at the time of your 309 application
Your relationship has remained stable and well documented

We can help prepare early decision submissions where eligible.

Processing Time (2025)

As of 2025:

50% of applications processed in ~9 months
90% processed in ~19 months

You can find official information on the Department of Home Affairs website.

Timely submission of updated documents helps reduce delays.

What Happens If the Relationship Ends Before the 100 Visa Is Granted?

You may still be eligible if:

Family violence occurred
Your partner passed away
You are co-parenting a child from the relationship

We assist with submissions to maintain your permanent residency eligibility even if your relationship has broken down.

Why Choose Jade Immigration Lawyers?

Experienced in both stages of the partner visa process (309 + 100)
Support with relationship updates, complex cases, and health/character issues
Responsive, strategic advice tailored to your situation
Trusted by couples across Australia and worldwide

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Choose the right consultation for your needs:

$75 – 15-minute introductory consultation
$250 – 45-minute consultation
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Find answers to common questions about our 100 Partner Visa Australia services and processes. If you need further assistance, feel free to contact Jade Immigration Lawyers today!

When can I be considered for the 100 visa?

You will typically be assessed for the 100 visa about 2 years after lodging your original 309 visa application, provided your relationship is ongoing and genuine.

Can the 100 visa be granted earlier than 2 years?

Yes. If you were in a long-term relationship at the time of your 309 visa application (e.g. 3+ years or 2+ years with children), you may be eligible for early grant of the 100 visa.

What if my relationship ends before the 100 visa is granted?

You may still qualify for the 100 visa in certain situations, such as family violence, the death of your partner, or shared custody of a child. Legal submissions are required.

What rights do I have after the 100 visa is granted?

Once granted, the 100 visa gives you permanent residency, including full work and study rights, access to Medicare, and the ability to apply for Australian citizenship in the future.