Required Documents for Partner Visa (Subclass 309/100)

1. Identity Documents

• Certified copies of the applicant and sponsor's birth certificates, passports, and other identification documents.

2. Relationship Evidence

• This includes documents to prove the genuine and ongoing nature of the relationship, such as joint bank account statements, utility bills in both names, lease agreements, or mortgage documents.

3. Health and Character Checks

• Applicants and sponsors need to undergo health examinations and provide police clearance certificates from all countries they have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years.

4. Form 888 Statutory Declarations

• These are statements provided by family and friends attesting to the genuineness of the relationship.

5. Financial Aspects

• Evidence of the couple's financial commitments and responsibilities, such as joint loans, shared insurances, or shared ownership of major assets.

6. Witness Statements

• These are statements from friends and family who have witnessed the relationship and can affirm its authenticity.

7. Sponsorship Form

• If the sponsor is in Australia, they need to complete a sponsorship form and provide supporting documents to demonstrate their eligibility as a sponsor.

8. Additional Documents

• Depending on individual circumstances, additional documents such as evidence of social outings together, communication records, or evidence of joint commitments may be required.