Are you ready to take on all things Partner Visas is 2026? We sure are! Planning a Partner Visa application can feel overwhelming, but planning is key and can make a huge difference. Whether you’re aiming to lodge an onshore subclass 820/801, offshore subclass 309/100, or a subclass 300 Prospective Marriage Visa, we’re here to help with your Partner Visa preparation.
Why 2026 is the best time to start your Partner Visa preparation
You’ve probably heard me say it before, but there’s no better time than the present to get started with your Partner Visa. I see a higher level of scrutiny from the Department of Home Affairs year after year when it comes to Partner Visas.
In the last 12 months, we have seen a higher number of Partner Visas being lodged and more scrutiny around the four pillars of relationship and the genuineness of a relationship. Getting started now is going to give you more time to prepare your documents and evidence correctly – not rush to put things together at the last minute.
I’ve also seen longer processing times for poorly prepared Partner Visas and an increase in the number of RFIs for couples who either forget, or simply don’t know what documents and information they need to provide with their application.
Starting early allows you to plan, strategise and submit a decision ready application, potentially allowing for faster processing times. This is exactly why the first step of The Partner Visa Academy is an Evidence Planning Session to create a unique plan and document checklist.
What can you do now for a 2026 Partner Visa
If 2026 is your goal to finally get started on (and lodge) your Partner Visa, then here are some practical steps you can take now:
- Review your Partner Visa eligibility. Super important! Before investing the time (and money) into the Partner Visa process, you want to make sure that you meet the legislative criteria.
- Start collecting your evidence. Evidence collation doesn’t happen overnight, and the best Partner Visas I see are the ones that have been working towards collecting evidence for a number of months.
- Start drafting your relationship timelines and relationship statements.
If you’re ready to DIY your Partner Visa but you need a little extra help, whether it’s having a tailored document checklist just for you, or someone to review your application before lodgement, then reach out to us.
Happy 2026 Partner Visa planning!
IMPORTANT: Please note, this does not constitute Immigration advice. Always seek advice from a Registered Migration Agent before applying for an Australian Visa. Migration Law is constantly changing. This information is accurate only at the time of publication.
