Question 1

Can I apply for an Australian Partner Visa after a Visitor Visa refusal?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A Visitor Visa refusal does not automatically prevent you from applying for an Australian Partner Visa. Each visa application is assessed individually and has different requirements.

Question 2

Does a Visitor Visa refusal mean my Partner Visa will be refused?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily. Visitor Visas and Partner Visas have different purposes, evidence requirements and assessment criteria. A previous refusal may be relevant, but it does not decide the outcome of a future Partner Visa application.

Question 3

Why can a genuine couple receive a Visitor Visa refusal?

Accepted Answer

A genuine relationship does not guarantee a Visitor Visa approval. Home Affairs may consider travel history, financial circumstances, employment, personal ties to the applicant’s home country and previous visa history.

Question 4

What should I do after a Visitor Visa refusal?

Accepted Answer

Read the refusal decision carefully, understand the reasons for refusal, identify any gaps in evidence and create a clear long-term strategy for your Partner Visa application.

Question 5

Can I still build Partner Visa evidence while living apart?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Couples living apart can continue building evidence through communication records, video calls, messages, future plans, financial commitments, visits in other countries and important relationship milestones.

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