One of the most critical components of a successful Australian partner visa application is demonstrating that your relationship is genuine and continuing. The Department of Home Affairs requires evidence across four distinct categories.
The Four Categories of Relationship Evidence
1. Financial Aspects
- Joint bank accounts
- Joint ownership of property or assets
- Joint loan or mortgage agreements
- Shared bills and utility accounts
2. Nature of the Household
- Joint lease or rental agreements
- Correspondence addressed to both at the same address
- Statutory declarations about living arrangements
3. Social Aspects
- Photos together at social events, holidays and family gatherings
- Social media posts showing the relationship
- Statutory declarations from friends and family (Form 888)
4. Commitment to Each Other
- Marriage or de facto registration certificate
- Evidence of future plans together
- Communication records (messages, emails, video calls)
- Evidence you know each other’s families
Tips for a Strong Application
- Provide evidence across ALL four categories
- Include a personal relationship statement telling your story
- Organise evidence chronologically
- Quality matters more than quantity
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