Permanent offshore partner visa Australia 100

Subclass 100Offshore Partner Visa (Permanent)

The permanent partner visa granted to holders of the temporary 309 visa. Live and work in Australia indefinitely as a permanent resident.


Overview

The Subclass 100 Offshore Partner Visa is the permanent stage of the combined 309/100 offshore partner visa application. It is usually granted to holders of the temporary Subclass 309 visa after approximately two years from the original lodgement date, provided the relationship is genuine and ongoing.

Once granted, the 100 visa allows you to live permanently in Australia, sponsor eligible family members, access Medicare, and work or study without restrictions. After four years of permanent residency, you may be eligible to apply for Australian citizenship.


What this visa offers

Live & work freely in Australia

You have the freedom to live and work anywhere in Australia without restrictions.

Indefinite residency

Your 5-year visa can be renewed an unlimited number of times.

Family support

Sponsorship is available for eligible family members.

Medicare benefits

Eligible for comprehensive health coverage through Medicare.

Homeownership assistance

Eligible for a $10,000 first home owners grant.

Higher education funding

Access financial aid through Higher Education Loans Program (HELP).

A clear path to citizenship

After 4 years of residency, you can become an Australian citizen.

Citizenship for children

Children of permanent residents are automatically citizens.


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Frequently Asked Questions

The 309 is the temporary offshore partner visa, granted first and allows you to enter Australia. The 100 is the permanent partner visa, automatically assessed after 2 years from the application date. Both stages are applied for together as one application.
Yes, the Subclass 309 visa grants full work and study rights in Australia from the moment you enter the country.
You must be outside Australia when the Subclass 309 visa is granted. Once granted, you can travel to Australia freely. F4MG coordinates the timing of your application to ensure you are offshore at the appropriate time.
The 309 temporary visa typically takes 12–24 months. The permanent 100 stage follows 2 years after the original application date. The entire process from application to permanent grant typically takes 2–3 years.

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