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Australia Partner Visa (subclass 820/801)for 🌍 Botswana citizens travelling to 🇦🇺 Australia

Botswana citizens are required to obtain a Australia Partner Visa (subclass 820/801) before travelling to Australia. You must submit a formal application at the Australia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.

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90 days✓Max stay
~730 days✓Avg processing
365–1825 daysProcessing range
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📋Required Documents8

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    Australian Federal Police check

    If you have spent 12+ months in Australia since turning 16.

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    Form 888 statutory declarations from two Australian supporting witnesses

    Witnesses must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.

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    Health examinations (Bupa Medical Visa Services)
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    Marriage certificate, registered relationship certificate, or 12-month de facto evidence
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    Overseas police certificates (countries lived in 12+ months in last 10 years)
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    Relationship evidence: financial, household, social and commitment categories

    The four-pillar evidence framework drives the decision.

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    Sponsorship application by the Australian partner

    Lodged separately in ImmiAccount.

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    Valid passport and identity documents
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ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Australia Partner Visa (subclass 820/801), book an appointment at the nearest Australia embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 730 days. Fees may apply — verify at the official portal. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.

Note: Government application fee: AUD 8,850 (as of 2026). Processing time varies significantly (1–5 years). The temporary 820 visa is granted on lodgement and allows full work rights immediately. The permanent 801 visa is granted after 2 years of continuous relationship if the relationship is genuine and ongoing. Health and character checks required.

🌐Why Botswana passport holders need a visa for Australia

Botswana citizens require a visa to enter Australia based on the current immigration requirements set by Australia's government. Botswana passport holders must apply through the Australia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal

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