Interdependency Permanent Visa (Subclass 110) This visa is for partners of Australian Citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens who wish to enter Australia to settle there with their partner. This visa class is intended for same sex couples. For this visa type, the applicant and the applicant's sponsor (the Australian citizen or permanent resident) must demonstrate that they: - have a mutual commitment to a shared life;
- are in a relationship akin to marriage;
- are in a relationship to the exclusion of all others;
- currently live together and have lived together for at least 5 years or, if not, any separation must have been only temporary and for compelling reasons; and
- have a genuine and continuing relationship.
The sponsor must also demonstrate that he/she has been in employment and is able to support their spouse in Australia, in the event their spouse is unable to work. The Interdependency Temporary Visa (Subclass 110) is a Permanent Residence visa, and eventually leads to citizenship for the applicant. Take the online assessment now to see if you qualify for this visa Interdependency Temporary Visa (Subclass 310) This visa is for partners of Australian Citizens, Permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens who wish to enter Australia to settle there with their partner. This visa class is intended for same sex couples. For this visa type, the applicant and the applicants sponsor (The Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident) must demonstrate that they: - have a mutual commitment to a shared life;
- are in a relationship akin to marriage;
- are in a relationship to the exclusion of all others;
- currently live together and have lived together, for at least 12 months or, if not, any separation must have been only temporary and for compelling reasons; and
- have a genuine and continuing relationship.
The 12 month co-habitation requirement can be reduced or waived if a compelling reason to do so exists. The sponsor must also demonstrate that he/she has been in employment and is able to support their Spouse in Australia, in the event their spouse is unable to work. The Interdependency Temporary Visa (Subclass 310) is a temporary visa, which will expire after 2 years. The applicant will then be required to demonstrate that the relationship has continued in order to apply for Permanent Residence. Take the online assessment now to see if you qualify for this visa |