Applying for a Partner Visa in Australia can be both emotional and complex. A decision ready Partner Visa application ensures your file is complete, consistent, and well-organised — giving you the best chance at a faster, positive outcome.
At Tolic Lawyers , we prepare decision ready Partner Visa 820/801 (Onshore) and 309/100 (Offshore) applications for couples across NSW, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, ACT, and the Northern Territory.
What Is a Decision Ready Partner Visa Application?
A decision ready Partner Visa application is one that includes every required document, statutory declaration, and relationship evidence from the outset. This allows your Department of Home Affairs case officer to assess and decide without needing further information.
Why a Decision Ready Application Matters
Submitting a decision ready Partner Visa application helps you:
- ? Reduce processing delays caused by incomplete or inconsistent documents.
- ? Minimise s56 requests for further information.
- ? Strengthen your relationship credibility and documentation quality.
- ? Show clear intention, organisation, and compliance with migration laws.
To make your Partner Visa decision ready, the Department of Home Affairs assesses four key pillars:
1?? Financial
- Joint accounts, shared bills, lease or mortgage documents, insurance or superannuation nominations.
- Evidence of shared financial responsibility and interdependence.
2?? Nature of the Household
- Joint lease, mail addressed to both partners, and shared daily responsibilities.
- When living apart, include travel and communication evidence.
3?? Social
- Photos, joint event invitations, travel itineraries, and Form 888 declarations.
- Proof of public acknowledgment like memberships, social media, or community involvement.
4?? Commitment
- Relationship statements and future plans (such as wills or beneficiaries).
- Communication logs, shared goals, and evidence of ongoing commitment.
Partner Visa Strategy: Onshore, Offshore, or After a Subclass 300
Choosing the right visa pathway is essential:
- Onshore (820/801) – Stay lawfully in Australia on a Bridging Visa while awaiting a decision.
- Offshore (309/100) – Apply from overseas and remain outside Australia during processing.
- Transition from a Subclass 300 (Prospective Marriage Visa) – Lodge your Partner Visa after marriage within your visa validity.
Even genuine couples can experience delays if they:
? Submit inconsistent or undated evidence.
? Forget updated health or police checks.
? Miss lodgement or registration deadlines.
? Provide vague or duplicated relationship statements.
Our lawyers carefully review every attachment for accuracy and ensure your evidence aligns across forms, statutory declarations, and supporting documents.
? Relationship Registration – Strengthen or Fast-Track Eligibility
If your relationship is under 12 months, relationship registration can help meet eligibility faster. This option is available in:
Why Choose Tolic Lawyers – Sydney & Australia-Wide
At Tolic Lawyers, we specialise in Partner Visas (820/801 & 309/100). Our migration team offers:
- ? Decision ready Partner Visa submissions.
- ? Assistance with s56 Requests for Information.
- ?? Advice on Bridging Visas A, B, or C and travel permissions.
- ? Nationwide service — Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth, Hobart, Canberra, and Darwin.
? Book Your Consultation
Ready to lodge a decision ready Partner Visa 820/801 application?
Contact Tolic Lawyers Sydney for expert, evidence-based advice.
? Contact us: www.toliclawyers.com.au
? Phone: (02) 8077 2562
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this article. However, migration laws and policy settings may change from time to time.
This content is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or migration advice.
You should seek personalised advice from a qualified migration lawyer before lodging or varying any visa application.
