Australia’s Partner Migration Program continues to support couples who are married, engaged, or in a de facto relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. Understanding the Partner Visa Fee Australia 2025 is essential before you begin your application.

The Department of Home Affairs has updated the fee schedule, and this guide summarises all costs—visa application charges, dependent applicant fees, and additional expenses you should expect.

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Overview of Partner Visa Pathways

Australia’s partner program includes three primary pathways:

Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

For fiancé(e)s who intend to marry within 9–15 months of visa grant.

Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309 & Subclass 100)

For applicants located outside Australia at time of lodgement.

Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820 & Subclass 801)

For applicants who are in Australia on a valid visa at lodgement.

All pathways lead toward permanent residency and, for eligible applicants, Australian citizenship.

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Updated Partner Visa Fees in 2025

The Government has set clear fee structures for all subclasses. The charges below are the official Partner Visa Fee Australia 2025 schedule.

Partner Visa Fees 2025 (Official Charges)

Visa Type	Base Application Charge	Additional Applicant (18+)	Additional Applicant (<18)
Subclass 300 – Prospective Marriage Visa	AUD 9,365	AUD 4,685	AUD 2,345
Subclass 309/100 – Offshore Partner Visa	AUD 9,365	AUD 4,685	AUD 2,345
Subclass 820/801 – Onshore Partner Visa	AUD 9,365	AUD 4,685	AUD 2,345
820/801 (Current Subclass 300 holders)	AUD 1,560	AUD 785	AUD 390
820/801 (Former Subclass 300 holders)	AUD 1,980	AUD 990	AUD 500

The full payment is made at the initial lodgement, covering both Stage 1 and Stage 2 for all partner visa subclasses.

Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

The Subclass 300 allows an offshore applicant to enter Australia and marry their partner within 9–15 months.

Fees:

• Base charge: AUD 9,365
  
• Additional applicant 18+: AUD 4,685
  
• Additional applicant <18: AUD 2,345
  

Additional Costs:

• Medical examinations
  
• Police checks
  
• Biometrics
  
• Document translations
  

After marriage, applicants may transition to the Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801).

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Offshore Partner Visa (Subclass 309 & Subclass 100)

This pathway includes:

• Stage 1: Subclass 309 (Temporary)
  
• Stage 2: Subclass 100 (Permanent)
  

Applicants must be outside Australia at lodgement.

Fees:

• Base charge: AUD 9,365
  
• Additional applicant 18+: AUD 4,685
  
• Additional applicant <18: AUD 2,345
  

There is no additional charge for Stage 2 (Subclass 100).

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Onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820 & Subclass 801)

For applicants already in Australia, the 820/801 combined lodgement covers both temporary and permanent stages.

Standard Fees:

• Base: AUD 9,365
  
• Additional 18+: AUD 4,685
  
• Additional <18: AUD 2,345
  

Reduced Fees (Subclass 300 Pathway):

• Current Subclass 300 holders:
  
  • Base: AUD 1,560
    
  • Adult: AUD 785
    
  • Child: AUD 390
    
• Former Subclass 300 holders / pre-1989 entrants:
  
  • Base: AUD 1,980
    
  • Adult: AUD 990
    
  • Child: AUD 500
    

These reduced charges support applicants transitioning from the Subclass 300 Prospective Marriage Visa.

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Additional and Hidden Costs (Non-Government)

Applicants must budget for expenses outside the visa application charge:

Health Examinations

Required for many permanent, provisional and temporary visas.
Approximate cost in Australia: AUD 350

Police Clearance Certificates

Required for every country where the applicant resided for 12+ months. Costs vary.

Biometrics

Service fees may apply for fingerprints or facial images.

Certified Translations

Required for documents not in English.

Professional Fees

Optional migration agent or lawyer fees may apply.

All additional costs depend on personal circumstances and location.

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Refund Rules and Important Notes

All partner visa fees are non-refundable, even if the application is refused or withdrawn. This makes it crucial to ensure that all documentation and eligibility criteria are carefully reviewed before lodgement.
If you want to understand how long the process might take, you can read this detailed guide on partner visa processing times. For those still preparing their applications, it’s also worth checking what documents and requirements you’ll need for your partner visa. These insights can help reduce costly delays and re-applications.

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Practical Cost-Saving Tips

To manage overall expenses:

• Prepare documents early to avoid re-lodgement
  
• Include eligible dependants at initial submission
  
• Provide clear, genuine relationship evidence
  
• Schedule health and police checks strategically to avoid expiry
  

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Final Thoughts

Knowing the Partner Visa Fee Australia 2025 is essential for planning your application. Each visa pathway—Subclass 300, Subclass 309/100, or Subclass 820/801—provides a structured route toward permanent residency and eventually Australian citizenship.

If you’d like professional help to calculate your total visa cost or to review your documentation, contact our team for a personalised consultation today.

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