Partner visa (Subclasses 100, 300, 309, 801, 820)
Be with your partner in Australia
The government fee alone is non-refundable, so getting your evidence right the first time matters. Apply online, and an immigration lawyer reviews your application before submission, assessing your relationship evidence against the Department's standard.Immigration lawyer guidance
Money back if refused
Why choose Tern?
Know your evidence is strong before you lodge
An immigration lawyer reviews your application before submission and assesses whether your relationship evidence meets the Department's standard. Lawyer consultations are available so you can ask questions when you need to.From 100 hours to 10
Your photos, documents, and bookings go in. A complete, ready-to-lodge application comes out. Evidence organised, statements drafted, forms filled and then reviewed by an immigration lawyer before submission.No visa, no fee
If your visa is refused, your service fee is refunded in full. The government fee of A$9,365 is non-refundable by the Department, which is why lawyer review before lodgement matters.You'll be matched to the right one
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Subclass 100
The permanent stage of the offshore partner visa pathway. After 2 years on the temporary 309 visa (or immediately if you've been in a relationship for 3+ years), you can be granted permanent residence.Partner visa (Permanent)
Partner visa (Permanent)
What you need to be eligible
Real relationshipYou're married or in a genuine de facto relationship
Your partner's statusThey're an Australian citizen or permanent resident
Health and characterMeet standard health and character requirements
Age requirementBoth you and your partner must be 18 or older
Compare your options
DIY on the government site
Free, but a single mistake can mean refusal and your $9,365 government fee lost
No lawyer review before submission
You compile and organise all evidence yourself across four pillars
No feedback on whether your evidence is strong enough
Access to the government portal
No support if the Department requests further information
Recommended
A fraction of the cost of a traditional lawyer
Immigration lawyer reviews every application before submission
One guided process, not dozens of emails. Everything collected in one place.
Real-time feedback on evidence strength as you upload
Lawyer consultations available in Guided and Complete plans
Full lodgement included. Post-lodgement support available in Complete plan.
Traditional immigration agent/lawyer
Typically $5,000 or more, often with hourly billing on top
Immigration lawyer reviews your application
Dozens of emails back and forth, with information requested one piece at a time
No real-time feedback on evidence quality
Consultations often charged separately
No refund if your visa is refused
Recommended
A fraction of the cost of a traditional lawyer
Immigration lawyer reviews every application before submission
One guided process, not dozens of emails. Everything collected in one place.
Real-time feedback on evidence strength as you upload
Lawyer consultations available in Guided and Complete plans
Full lodgement included. Post-lodgement support available in Complete plan.
DIY on the government site
Free, but a single mistake can mean refusal and your $9,365 government fee lost
No lawyer review before submission
You compile and organise all evidence yourself across four pillars
No feedback on whether your evidence is strong enough
Access to the government portal
No support if the Department requests further information
Traditional immigration agent/lawyer
Typically $5,000 or more, often with hourly billing on top
Immigration lawyer reviews your application
Dozens of emails back and forth, with information requested one piece at a time
No real-time feedback on evidence quality
Consultations often charged separately
No refund if your visa is refused
What people are saying
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I recommend this serviceThe consultation was efficient and helpful. The lawyer answered all of my questions and gave me clear next steps to follow. I would recommend if you need quick and knowledgable advice throughout your visa application.
Jade· 26 March 2026
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