Partner Visa Checklist 2026: Free PDF (820/801 & 309/100)

Applying for an Australian partner visa is one of the biggest steps a couple can take. In 2026, it's also one of the most expensive. From 1 July 2026 the government charge for a partner visa rose to AUD 11,710 for the main applicant. That charge is generally not refunded if your application is invalid or refused. Processing is slow too: Home Affairs' latest figures show most onshore and offshore partner applications taking well over two years. With that much money and time at stake, a reliable partner visa checklist is the easiest way to get your application right the first time.

Our free 2026 Partner Visa Checklist is built for couples on both sides of the border. It covers partners already in Australia applying for the onshore subclass 820/801, and partners overseas applying for the offshore subclass 309/100 or the Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300). Inside, you'll find:

an eligibility self-check for both you and your sponsor, including the 12-month de facto rule, the two-sponsor lifetime limit, the five-year rule and "no further stay" conditions

a tick-box partner visa document checklist covering identity, police and health checks, and Form 888 declarations

a page on each of the four relationship-evidence pillars: finances, household, social and commitment, with a simple strength scorecard

We've also included the verified 2026 charge table, a budget worksheet, the latest processing times, a timeline planner, and the mistakes that most often lead to delays and refusals.

EazyViza is backed by Collins Quarters, a migration and commercial law firm. That's why every fee and rule in this kit is dated and linked to its official source. Download the checklist, work through it together, and if anything is unclear, book a consultation with our lawyer-supervised team before you pay the visa charge. This page and the checklist are general information, not legal advice.