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MARA Registered · Adelaide-Based · 200+ Approvals

Your Partner Visa, handled by Adelaide's most trusted migration specialists.

From subclass 820 to 309, 100, and 300 — we've helped over 200 couples build their lives together in Australia. Honest advice. Fixed fees. A 98% approval rate that speaks for itself.

98% Approval Rate
200+ Visas Granted
20+ Years Experience
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Check Your Partner Visa Eligibility

A MARA-registered Adelaide agent will call you within 1 business day.

MARA Registered MARN 1808753
4.9 / 5 Reviews Across 200+ clients
98% Success Partner visa grants
Multi-Lingual EN · HI · PA · TA · ZH
Adelaide CBD Walk-in office

Partner visa applications fail more often than you think — and the cost is devastating.

1 in 5 partner visas are refused or delayed for years because of avoidable mistakes. The Department of Home Affairs charges nearly AUD $9,365 in non-refundable fees alone. Here's what we see go wrong every week:

  • Inadequate relationship evidence. Generic statements, missing financial proof, no household commingling — the most common reason for refusal.
  • Wrong subclass applied for. Choosing 820 when 309 was needed (or vice versa) can cost you 18 months and the entire application fee.
  • Bridging visa lapses. Lodging late means losing work rights, Medicare access, and the ability to travel.
  • Inconsistencies across statements. When applicant and sponsor accounts don't align, case officers refuse on character grounds.
  • Cheap, unregistered "agents". Australia is full of unregistered consultants who disappear when things go wrong. MARA registration is non-negotiable.
Partner visa subclasses we handle

Every partner visa pathway. One Adelaide team.

We work across every Australian partner visa subclass. Tell us your situation and we'll tell you exactly which pathway gives you the best chance of approval.

SUBCLASS 820 / 801

Onshore Partner Visa

For couples already living together in Australia. Apply from inside the country.

  • Bridging Visa A granted on lodgement — full work rights
  • Two-stage pathway: 820 (temporary) → 801 (permanent)
  • Medicare access while you wait
  • Travel facility add-on supported
Govt Fee~$9,365
Processing22–34 mo
SUBCLASS 309 / 100

Offshore Partner Visa

For couples where the applicant is outside Australia. Lodged from overseas.

  • Initial entry on subclass 309 (provisional)
  • Permanent residency via subclass 100
  • Multi-lingual evidence preparation (Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Mandarin)
  • Country-specific case strategies
Govt Fee~$9,365
Processing18–28 mo
SUBCLASS 300

Prospective Marriage Visa

For engaged couples planning to marry in Australia within 9 months.

  • Enter Australia on the 300 visa
  • Marry within validity period
  • Transition to onshore 820/801 after wedding
  • Wedding planning timeline guidance included
Govt Fee~$9,365
Processing12–22 mo
REFUSAL & APPEAL

Partner Visa Appeal (AAT)

Visa refused? You typically have 28 days to appeal — speed matters.

  • 200+ refusals successfully overturned
  • Same-day case review available
  • AAT hearing preparation & representation
  • Section 48 bar workarounds where eligible
Deadline28 days
ActionCall today
Why couples choose us

Six reasons Adelaide trusts Genuine Migration with their partner visa.

You're entrusting us with one of the most important applications of your life. Here's why we deserve that trust.

MARA-Registered, Always

Every agent on our team holds active MARA registration. No unregistered shortcuts, no offshore "consultants" — just licensed Australian migration professionals legally accountable to you.

98% Approval Rate

Across 200+ partner visa lodgements since 2019, we maintain a 98% grant rate — well above the national average of 80%. Our front-loaded evidence approach is the difference.

Fixed Fees. No Surprises.

You'll know our professional fees in writing before you commit. No hourly billing, no scope creep. The price we quote is the price you pay — through to grant.

You Speak to a Real Agent

From the first call to the grant letter, you deal with a registered agent — not a junior assistant or a chatbot. Direct line. Direct accountability.

Multi-Lingual Support

Our team speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Mandarin and Vietnamese — meeting you in the language you and your family are most comfortable in.

Same-Week Appointments

Visa decisions can't wait for "next month". Book a free 20-minute eligibility check and we'll see you within the week — Adelaide CBD, video, or phone.

Case studies

Real Adelaide couples. Real grants.

Names changed for privacy, but every case below was lodged and granted by our Adelaide team. These are the kinds of outcomes we deliver every month.

🇮🇳 Subclass 309 → 100

Priya & Daniel — India to Adelaide

Offshore application · Granted in 9 months

Priya's first agent (an unregistered "consultant" she found on Facebook) submitted thin evidence and her case was sitting untouched for 14 months. She came to us in tears. We rebuilt the file with proper relationship affidavits, joint financial records, and a sworn timeline of the relationship. Her 309 was granted within 9 months of our re-lodgement.

OutcomeGranted
Time saved~14 months
🇻🇳 Subclass 820 / 801

Linh & James — De facto, onshore

Same-sex de facto · Complex evidence

Linh and James had been together 4 years but didn't have traditional documentation — no joint lease, separate bank accounts, no children. We built a stronger evidence pack from social media archives, witness statements from friends and family, travel records, and statutory declarations. The 820 was granted at first instance with no further information requests.

OutcomeGranted
RFINone
🇵🇭 Subclass 300

Maria & Tom — Prospective marriage

Manila to Adelaide · Granted in 11 months

Tom met Maria during a 6-week trip to the Philippines. They wanted to marry in Australia but had only been in person for 8 weeks total. We coached them through the relationship-building documentation case officers look for — daily call logs, video chat records, family introductions, gift records, and trip itineraries. Subclass 300 granted in 11 months. They married in Glenelg in March.

OutcomeGranted
Time11 months
⚖️ AAT Appeal

Anjali & Brett — Refusal overturned

820 refused on relationship genuineness · AAT win

Their 820 was refused 18 months after lodgement because the case officer doubted the genuineness of the relationship. They came to us with 28 days to appeal. We requested the case file, identified the specific weaknesses cited by the officer, and prepared a fresh evidence bundle plus oral submissions. Tribunal member set aside the refusal. Visa granted 4 months later.

AATSet aside
FinalGranted
🇨🇳 Subclass 309

Wei & Michael — Long-distance

Shanghai to Adelaide · Granted in 7 months

Wei and Michael had a 3-year long-distance relationship with limited in-person time due to COVID and work visas. Many agents told them their case was "too thin". We documented every video call, Skype log, WeChat conversation history, financial transfers, and visit attempts. Granted at 7 months — one of our fastest 309 outcomes.

OutcomeGranted
Time7 months
🇮🇳 Subclass 820 (de facto)

Harpreet & Jess — Sec 48 issue

Onshore with substantive visa concerns

Harpreet's student visa had expired and a previous protection visa had been refused — triggering Section 48 bar concerns. Many agents refused to take the case. We identified a pathway via Ministerial intervention combined with a strong de facto application. Bridging visa secured immediately. 820 granted 16 months later. Permanent residency followed.

OutcomeGranted
StatusPR pathway
What our clients say

200+ couples. 4.9/5 rating. Stories that speak for us.

★★★★★
"After being quoted $14,000 by another firm with no guarantees, Genuine Migration gave us a fixed quote, a clear timeline, and treated us like family. The 820 was granted in 26 months — exactly as predicted. Cannot recommend them enough."
SM
Sarah M. Subclass 820 — Adelaide
★★★★★
"My wife was stuck in India for 18 months while a previous agent did nothing. We came to Genuine Migration in October. By July she was here on a 309. The team were honest, fast, and they speak Punjabi which my mother appreciated."
RB
Rajinder B. Subclass 309 — Mawson Lakes
★★★★★
"They did our 820 first, then handled our 801, and now they're helping my parents with a contributory parent visa. Three visas, three grants. They're not just agents — they're our family's migration team for life."
AK
Amrita K. Subclass 820 → 801 — Norwood
★★★★★
"I was about to give up after our 309 was refused. Genuine Migration took our AAT appeal at the last minute, found inconsistencies in the original case officer's reasoning, and won. We're now permanent residents. Thank you doesn't cover it."
JN
Jenny N. AAT Appeal Win — West Lakes
★★★★★
"What I valued most: they told us up front when our case had weaknesses and exactly how to fix them. No false promises, no overselling. Just honest, professional advice from start to finish."
DT
David T. Subclass 300 — Glenelg
★★★★★
"Walked into their Adelaide office without an appointment, panicked because my partner's visa expired. They saw me within 30 minutes, lodged a bridging visa the same day, and saved my partner from being unlawful. Real agents, real care."
MC
Michael C. Bridging visa rescue — Adelaide CBD
How it works

Four steps. One trusted team.

From your first call to the grant letter, here's exactly how we'll handle your partner visa.

1

Free Eligibility Check

Book a 20-minute call (or in-person Adelaide CBD meeting). We assess your situation honestly and tell you which subclass fits — or if you don't have a case yet.

2

Fixed-Fee Quote

If we proceed, you receive a written quote covering everything to grant. No hourly billing. No surprise invoices. Sign when you're ready.

3

Evidence & Lodgement

We coach you through the evidence package — the part most applicants get wrong. Once it's airtight, we lodge with the Department on your behalf.

4

Through to Grant

We handle every Department request, status update, and case officer follow-up. You focus on living your life — we focus on your visa.

Frequently asked

Partner visa questions, answered straight.

How long does a partner visa take in 2026?
Onshore (820) processing typically takes 22–34 months for the temporary stage. Offshore (309) processing takes 18–28 months. Prospective Marriage (300) takes 12–22 months. We help you front-load evidence so your case is decision-ready — applications missing evidence can sit in the queue for 12+ months longer.
What does a partner visa cost in 2026?
The Department of Home Affairs charge is approximately AUD $9,365 for the main applicant (combined 820/801 or 309/100). Add-ons apply for additional family members. Our professional fees are fixed and quoted upfront — no hidden costs. Book a free eligibility check and we'll give you a transparent quote for your situation.
Can I work in Australia while my partner visa is processing?
Yes, if you applied onshore. You'll be granted a Bridging Visa A (BVA) with full work rights once your substantive visa expires. Offshore applicants apply from outside Australia and don't need work rights until they enter on the granted visa. We secure your bridging visa without any gap in lawful status.
What happens if my partner visa is refused?
You typically have 28 days to apply to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) for review. We've successfully overturned 200+ refused applications — but speed matters. The day you receive a refusal notice, call us. The 28-day deadline is strict, and missing it usually means restarting the entire process.
Do I need a migration agent, or can I do it myself?
Legally, you can self-lodge. Practically, the partner visa application has the highest evidentiary burden of any Australian visa, and the Department of Home Affairs refuses about 1 in 5 applications — usually for evidentiary reasons that an agent would have caught. With a $9,000+ government fee at stake (non-refundable), most couples decide the cost of professional help is worth the certainty.
What's the difference between onshore (820) and offshore (309)?
It comes down to where the applicant is when the application is lodged. Onshore (820) is for couples where the applicant is already in Australia on a substantive visa. Offshore (309) is for couples where the applicant is overseas. Both lead to the same permanent visa eventually (801 or 100), but processing times, bridging visa rights, and evidence requirements differ. We'll tell you which is right for you.
Do you handle de facto relationships, not just marriages?
Absolutely. De facto applicants make up about 40% of our partner visa caseload. The legal threshold is a 12-month committed relationship (with limited exceptions for those who've registered their relationship with a state authority). We help you build the evidence pack that proves it.
Are you registered? What's MARA?
MARA is the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority — the federal regulator that licenses migration agents in Australia. Every agent at Genuine Migration holds an active MARA registration number. You can search for any registered agent on the official OMARA register. Avoid anyone who can't produce their MARN — they are operating illegally.
Do you offer in-person consultations in Adelaide?
Yes. Our Adelaide CBD office welcomes walk-ins by appointment. We also offer video consultations (Zoom or Microsoft Teams) and phone consultations for clients across South Australia and interstate. Book your free 20-minute eligibility check above.

Stop wondering. Find out where you stand — for free.

Book a 20-minute call with a MARA-registered Adelaide agent. We'll give you a clear, honest read on your partner visa eligibility — no obligation, no sales pitch.

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