Australian Partner Visa Lawyers
Welcome to MJ Legal - Your Trusted Partner for Partner Visas
There is no sweeter feeling than living together with your loved one. Partner visas allow citizens and residents of Australia to bring their spouse from overseas to live in Australia permanently.
To be successful in obtaining this visa you must ensure that there is a strong focus on providing robust evidence to the department about your relationship and convince a case officer that the relationship is genuine and continuing. At MJ Legal, we're more than just legal experts, we're your dedicated guide, standing by you and your loved one every step of the way.
Onshore Partner Visa
For couples already living in Australia.
Visa subclass 820 & 801
Offshore Partner Visa
If you're looking to bring your partner from overseas.
Visa subclass 309 & 100
Prospective Marriage Visa
For those planning to take the next big step.
Visa subclass 300
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Get your partner to Australia in no time!
We have a 100% success rate in our partner visa applications.
Visa Grants!
Partner (Migrant) (SC 100) visa
- Grant date: 19 June 2024
- Visa processing duration: Granted in 11 moths and 28 days
- Country of origin: Sri Lanka
- Previous visa: None
- Client description: The client is a permanent resident in Australia who wanted to bring his wife and 3 children to Australia to stay permanently. The processing time for obtaining the permanent partner visa SC 100, usually takes over 2 years. However, our client successfully obtained the temporary and the permanent visa within a year, well ahead of the typical 2 year time line.
Partner (SC 801) visa
- Grant date: 22 May 2024
- Visa processing duration: granted in 2 years 2 months and 1 day
- Country of origin: India
- Relationship status: Married
- Previous visa: Partner visa (Temporary) (SC 820) visa
Partner (SC 801) visa
- Grant date: 15 May 2024
- Visa processing duration: Granted in 2 years 6 months and days
- Country of origin: Sri Lanka
- Relationship status: Married
- Previous visa: Partner visa (Temporary) (SC 820) visa
Prospective Marriage (SC 300) visa
- Grant date: 22 April 2024
- Visa processing duration: Granted in 1 month and 27 days
- Country of origin: Afghanistan
- Visa duration: 1 year
- Previous visa: None
- Client description: The client approached us after a year of the visa application being lodged. There were multiple complications with the application, given the client residential and travel history. We received three S.56 requests from the Department requesting further information and clarification. In the instances where the client was not able to submit certain documents, we made statutory declarations and explained the circumstances to the department to obtain concessions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- At MJ Legal we aim to process our clients application as fast as possible, we understand that our clients are waiting to be reunited with their loved ones and we don't want to delay it even by one day. Typically we aim to complete applications within 5 working days from receiving all documents
At MJ Legal we have never had a partner visa refused, our success rate on partner visas are 100%. Typically, if neither you nor your spouse has a previous criminal record then a partner visa application only needs to demonstrate to the department that the relationship is genuine and continuing. If you are able to demonstrate that your relationship is genuine and continuing, we will be able to demonstrate the strongest possible case to the department.
Applying in Australia will allow your spouse to continue to reside in Australia while the department processes the visa.
- IF you are already married in overseas, we can start with applying for a visitor visa first and then apply for a partner visa once your spouse has arrived in Australia
- IF however, you aren't currently married and your fiance is overseas, you can consider applying for a prospective marriage visa
What our clients have to say
Dasuni Athauda
" The support and guidance given by the entire team is exceptional. Keith and the team assisted me with the entire process from start to finish and made cumbersome filing and documentation processes quick and efficient. Extremely satisfied with everything. Will surely be recommending to friends and family in the future "
Thilinika Wijesinghe
" I found out about MJ Legal service through Instagram. They offer excellent services for immigration consultations. The services are very professional and the consultations are informative. Mr. Keith James, the Immigration Solicitor was really knowledgeable and responded to all my queries. I had contacted several migration agents, but MJ Legal was the only place that had accurate information and I am continuing to use their services in the future too. Highly recommend! "
Ministry of crab
" It was a pleasure working with Keith James and the Team at MJ Legal for our immigration requirements. They assisted us in organizing the work visas of the five member Ministry of Crab international delegation to come to Melbourne for our month-long pop up at Crown Melbourne. The team was very professional and efficient in their work, and it was very easy to work with them. "
Tamara Monnekulame
" Thank you so much for all your support given throughout my visa process and for making it a very pleasant journey, without any errors or hassles.
Keith was an excellent agent to work with and I would highly recommend the team at MJ Legal to anyone who is looking out for outstanding service in terms any legal matter."
Why choose MJ Legal for your partner visa?
Unparalleled Expertise
Our focus is on you, ensuring your spouse or partner joins you in Australia without a hitch. We understand the intricacies of immigration, and we're here to simplify them for you.
A Personal Touch
We believe in a personal approach. Each relationship is unique, and so is our service. We provide tailored advice, keeping your unique story and requirements at the core.
Complete Support
From drafting the perfect relationship statement to organizing evidence, we have your back. Our team ensures every piece of your application stands up to scrutiny.
Partner Visa Requirements
The common Partner Visa requirements consider the various aspects of the relationship and the eligibility of the partners.
- The sponsor should be an Australian resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen
- You should provide evidence to show that your relationship is genuine and ongoing
- If you are applying for a SC 300 visa, intend to marry your prospective spouse within 9 months after your visa has been granted
- Provide evidence of the social aspects of your relationship
- Show how you will handle the financial aspects of your relationship
- Demonstrate how household matters are managed within your relationship
- Demonstrate the history and development of the relationship
About our Immigration Lawyer
Keith James
As a lawyer practicing in Immigration, Keith has assisted numerous clients make compliant visa applications to the Australian government. Keith has a unique ability to simplify the complexities of Immigration law and help his clients build strategies that would help them achieve permanent residency in the shortest possible time.
An Immigrant himself, Keith is a Graduate of Monash Law School he has a passion for working with Migrants, who aspire to call Australia their dream home. Being a migrant himself, he has a tremendous capacity to empathise with the problems his clients face and focuses on providing them with outcomes that leads to Permanent residency in the shortest possible time.
Keith practices in all aspects of Migration law, with a particular focus on skilled migration and partner visas. He stays abreast on the latest updates in state nomination criteria and has a wide range of options available to assist his clients navigate their migration aspirations.