If you’re planning to settle in Australia with your partner, the Partner Visa Subclass 100 is the crucial second step in the journey that began with the temporary Partner Visa 309. This permanent visa allows the spouse or de facto partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to live permanently in Australia.

While it may seem like a continuation of your first visa, the Partner Visa 100 has its own set of requirements—especially when it comes to documentation. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to prepare the perfect application with a complete document checklist.

✅ What is Partner Visa Subclass 100?

The Partner Visa Subclass 100 is the permanent stage of the partner visa process. It’s granted to applicants who:

• We were previously granted a temporary Partner Visa Subclass 309
• Are still in a genuine and continuing relationship with their sponsor
• Meet the character, health, and relationship requirements

You typically become eligible for the Subclass 100 two years after lodging your initial Subclass 309 application.

📝 Why Is the Document Checklist Important?

Your Partner Visa 100 application won’t be assessed fairly unless it includes updated and accurate documents. Even if you’ve already submitted documents with your Subclass 309, you’ll still need to provide current proof that your relationship is continuing and genuine.

The Department of Home Affairs uses this documentation to decide whether your relationship still qualifies for permanent residency.

📋 Complete Partner Visa 100 Document Checklist

Let’s break down the required documents into categories for better clarity:

1. Personal Identity Documents

• Current, valid passport bio page (applicant and sponsor)
• Passport-sized photographs of both parties (per the visa guidelines)
• National identity card (if applicable)

2. Relationship Evidence Documents

To prove that your relationship is ongoing and genuine, include:

💕 Financial Aspects:

• Joint bank account statements showing shared expenses
• Utility bills or rent agreements in both names
• Purchase receipts for jointly owned assets (e.g., car, home)

🏠 Household Arrangements:

• Shared lease or property ownership documents
• Household bills with both names listed
• Statements outlining how you divide chores and living expenses

📅 Social Aspects:

• Photos of you together over the last 2 years
• Invitations to social events as a couple
• Travel itineraries, hotel bookings, or tickets showing joint travel
• Social media screenshots (if applicable) showing your relationship publicly

📖 Commitment Evidence:

• Will or insurance policies naming each other as beneficiaries
• Personal statements about the relationship (yours and your partner’s)
• Correspondence (emails, messages, calls) between the two of you

3. Sponsor’s Supporting Documents

• Valid Australian passport or citizenship certificate
• Proof of employment or financial ability to support the applicant
• Statement of continued commitment to the relationship

4. Form 888 – Statutory Declarations

• At least two Form 888s from Australian citizens or permanent residents who know about your relationship.
• These should include details of how they know both of you and why they believe your relationship is genuine.

5. Character and Police Clearance

Even if you’ve already submitted one during your Subclass 309 application, you may need to provide updated police clearance certificates from any country where you’ve lived for 12 months or more since your last application.

6. Health Requirements

Usually, if your medical exam was done less than 12 months before the 100 visa is assessed, you may not need to redo it. However, the Department might still request a new medical check-up.

7. Children (if applicable)

• Birth certificates for each child
• Evidence of parental responsibility (if only one parent is applying)
• Passport copies for the children
• School enrolment or health records (to prove they reside with you)

📌 When to Submit the Partner Visa 100 Documents?

You can submit your documents either:

• When prompted by the Department via an invitation to provide evidence, or
• Proactively around the 2-year mark after your Subclass 309 application

It’s highly recommended to keep updating your ImmiAccount with evidence over time so that when the time comes, your case officer already has a full picture of your ongoing relationship.

⏱️ How Long Does Partner Visa 100 Take to Process?

The processing time for the Subclass 100 visa can vary, but as of 2025, the estimated average times are:

• 75% of applications are processed within 10 to 13 months
• 90% take up to 18 months

Your processing time will depend on:

• How complete and accurate your documents are
• Whether immigration needs to request additional information
• Current case load of the Department of Home Affairs

💡 Tips to Strengthen Your Application

• Be consistent: Ensure names, dates, and stories line up across documents
• Use timelines: Create a relationship timeline with key milestones
• Stay organized: Label and upload documents clearly in your ImmiAccount
• Be proactive: Don’t wait for the Department to ask—upload regularly
• Ask for help: A registered migration agent can simplify the process

✅ Final Words

The Partner Visa Subclass 100 is more than just paperwork—it’s a big milestone in your relationship and your future in Australia. By following a well-prepared checklist and submitting strong, honest, and consistent documentation, you significantly increase your chances of a smooth and successful visa grant.

This visa grants you permanent residency, allowing you to work, study, access Medicare, and even apply for Australian citizenship down the line. It’s a big step—but with the right preparation, it’s entirely achievable.