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- Home Affairs82080130030925 September 2026
Partner Visa Processing Priority Explained
Home Affairs processes partner visas in order of receipt, with onshore applications prioritised over offshore ones. Processing times vary depending on visa subclass.
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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.
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