Hey everyone,
I’m a Brit/New Aussie living in Perth, and my Portuguese partner (she) and I are gearing up for the subclass 820 (Temporary Partner) visa process. I’d love to get some advice from those who’ve been through this or have relevant insights.
Here’s our situation:
Relationship Journey: We started dating in Melbourne for about 5 months and registered our relationship in Victoria. We then moved to Perth together and lived here for 3 months. She had to leave in March this year when her bridging visa expired, so we’ve been long distance for about 6 months now. We did manage to meet up for a quick holiday in Bangkok during that time.
Proof of Relationship: We’ve got a joint bank account that’s been active for over a year, and we have plenty of supporting evidence like photos, call logs, and family photos and many other things.
Application Plan: She plans to return to Australia on a 651 visa to visit me. Once she arrives, we will then apply for the subclass 820 visa onshore. We’ll also include an ADF police check and medicals with the 820 application.
I’d really appreciate any advice on:
Processing Time: What’s the usual wait time for the subclass 820 visa if we apply after she arrives on a 651 visa? Any recent experiences with EU passport holders would be great to hear about.
Tips for the 651 Visa: Any tips for applying for the 651 visa, especially since her reason for coming is to visit me? What should we include or be mindful of? even at immigration.
Application Tips: Any advice for making the subclass 820 application process as smooth as possible?
Additional Documentation: Is there anything extra we should include or be particularly cautious about in our 820 application?
Thanks a bunch for any help or advice you can offer!