We have sat across from couples who have been together for eight years. They have a child. They own a car together. They have hundreds of photos smiling at beaches, birthdays, and backyard barbecues. And their partner visa get refused. Meanwhile, we have seen couples who met online eighteen months ago walk away with approvals. The difference? It’s not love. The difference is paperwork. Though it is boring, the Department of Home Affairs sees it minutely, and this is getting t

Peter, an Australian citizen, met Xialing, a girl from China, at his friend’s wedding. Sparks flew immediately, and he was instantly captivated by her charm and warmth. After returning to Australia, he added her on social media, and over the next year, their daily chats and video calls deepened their bond. Despite being thousands of miles apart, their love grew stronger. They decided to get married in China to seal their commitment. After their wedding, Peter returned to Aus

The Australian Government’s Visa subclass 820 is a temporary visa that enables de facto partners or spouses of Australian nationals, permanent residents or eligible New Zealand citizens to reside in, work and study in Australia.