Studying in Australia is an amazing experience, and it can get even better if you find love along the way.
At Port Migration, we've helped countless couples transition from Student Visas to Partner Visas after meeting while studying in Australia. We know how to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
If you're thinking about applying for a Partner Visa while holding a student visa, keep these three key tips in mind:
Collect Partner Visa Evidence while you are studying
Life as an international student in Australia is packed with adventure and study commitments. Australia is a great place to live and there’s so much to see and do making it easy to overlook important life admin tasks like preparing for a partner visa application.
If you've found love with an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident and see a future together in Australia, gathering the right evidence for your partner visa is crucial. Setting aside time now to collect this evidence can make all the difference later.
It really helps your Partner Visa application to go smoothly if you set aside time to collect your evidence while you are studying.
Remember, you'll need proof in four key areas:
Our Partner Visa Evidence Step-by-Step Guide and free Partner Visa Guide are great resources to get started!
Don’t leave your Partner Visa application to the last minute
Being proactive about your partner visa application is essential to ensure a smooth process, so it’s best not to leave things to the last minute.
At Port Migration, we typically advise student visa holders to start working on their partner visa application around six months before their student visa expires. This timeline helps you collect the necessary evidence without the pressure of a looming deadline, reducing stress and avoiding any last-minute complications.
Final exams and assignments can be stressful, so it makes sense to plan ahead so your Partner Visa application doesn’t add to the stress.
Student Visa Conditions
While preparing your Partner Visa application it’s crucial to continue meeting your student visa conditions to maintain your legal status in Australia. Maintaining your studies and adhering to your student visa conditions is important to avoid complications that could impact your partner visa application.
Falling short of visa conditions, such as failing to maintain satisfactory attendance or course progress, could lead to a visa cancellation, making it difficult to transition smoothly to a partner visa.
Ensuring you stay in good standing with your current visa helps protect your legal status in Australia and demonstrates to immigration authorities that you have been compliant, strengthening your partner visa application.
Case Study: Student Visa to Partner Visa: Case Study
Like many international couples, Kyle and Deb wanted to close the distance and live under the same roof. But they knew Kyle had great visa options and they weren’t in a hurry. Kyle applied for a Working Holiday Visa and moved to Australia to live in November 2015.
After his Working Holiday visa, Kyle applied for a Student Visa to stay in Australia longer while he collected evidence to apply for a Subclass 820/801 Partner Visa to stay in Australia long-term.
Kyle received a double grant of his 820 and 801 Partner Visa and is now an Australian Citizen.
You can find out more about Kyle and Deb’s visa journey here.
Conclusion
At Port Migration, we love helping busy international students apply for their partner visas. We have 9+ years of experience making the process smooth and stress free for couples, and we know exactly how to get the task done to minimize stress on top of your study.
Ready to start your application? Book a consultation with us today, and let us help you secure your future together in Australia.
