Australia Partner Visa — Statement of Relationship
DHA / Subclass 820/801, 309/100 · Last reviewed 2026-06-07 · Download PDF
Australian Partner visa applicants write a personal statement of their relationship that Home Affairs assesses against four pillars: the financial aspects, the nature of the household, the social aspects of the relationship, and the nature of the couple’s commitment to each other.
Template
Statement of Relationship — Australian Partner Visa
Applicant: [APPLICANT FULL NAME], [NATIONALITY]
Sponsor: [SPONSOR FULL NAME], [AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN / PR]
Visa subclass: [820/801 ONSHORE / 309/100 OFFSHORE]
Date: [DD/MM/YYYY]
1. Financial aspects of the relationship
We share our finances in the following ways: [DESCRIBE joint accounts, shared bills, major joint purchases, money transfers]. Evidence is enclosed as Exhibit [X].
2. Nature of the household
We live together at [ADDRESS] and share domestic responsibilities as follows: [DESCRIBE division of chores, joint living arrangements, shared mail/utilities]. Evidence is enclosed as Exhibit [X].
3. Social aspects of the relationship
We are recognised as a couple by family and friends. [DESCRIBE social outings, events, holidays together, joint activities]. Photographs and Form 888 supporting statements are enclosed as Exhibit [X].
4. Nature of the commitment
We are committed to a shared life together. [DESCRIBE how long you have known each other, your knowledge of each other’s lives, periods of separation and how you maintained the relationship, and your future plans]. A chronological communication appendix is enclosed as Exhibit [X].
We declare that the information in this statement is true and correct and that our relationship is genuine and continuing.
Signed,
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[APPLICANT FULL NAME] — Date: [DD/MM/YYYY]
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[SPONSOR FULL NAME] — Date: [DD/MM/YYYY]
The four pillars explained
- Financial: pooling of resources, shared liabilities, joint ownership.
- Household: living arrangements and how responsibilities are shared.
- Social: how the relationship is presented to and recognised by others.
- Commitment: mutual long-term commitment, knowledge of each other, time spent together.
How to make it strong
- Write under all four headings — a packet strong on chat logs but weak on finances/household is a common reason for delay.
- Pair each section of the statement with numbered exhibits.
- Use Form 888 supporting statements to support the social pillar.
Frequently asked questions
What are the four pillars of an Australian partner visa?
Home Affairs assesses the financial aspects of the relationship, the nature of the household, the social aspects of the relationship, and the nature of the couple’s mutual commitment. A complete statement of relationship addresses all four, each supported by documentary evidence.
Do both partners write the statement?
It is common for each partner to write their own statement, and many couples also submit a joint statement. Individual statements let each person describe the relationship in their own words, which adds authenticity. Both should be signed and dated.
Can chat history support the commitment pillar?
Yes. A formatted chronological export of communication supports the commitment and social pillars, especially during periods of separation. Reference it as an exhibit and ensure it shows sustained, two-way contact over time.
Official sources
Free to use without attribution. Not legal advice. PartnerProof — document-formatting tool for immigration applications.