Partner Visa 309 Cost Concession for Pacific Island and Timor-Leste Citizens
From 1 July 2026, eligible citizens from Pacific Island nations and Timor-Leste will pay lower fees for Partner visa subclass 309 applications. This reduces costs for applicants from these regions.
Official source ↗The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced a cost concession for Partner visa (subclass 309) applicants from eligible Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste, effective from 1 July 2026. This means citizens from these nations will pay a reduced visa fee when lodging a valid application.
The subclass 309 is a provisional partner visa that allows you to stay in Australia temporarily while your permanent Partner visa (subclass 100) application is being processed. This concession makes the visa more affordable for applicants from the specified regions.
If you are from an eligible Pacific Island nation or Timor-Leste and are planning to apply for a Partner visa, you can use the Home Affairs Visa Pricing Estimator tool to calculate your exact visa cost. Processing times for Partner visas vary, so you should check the visa processing time guide tool on the Home Affairs website for current timeframes.
For more information about Partner visa requirements and processing, visit the Home Affairs website or check their Partner Visa Frequently Asked Questions.