How to Write a Relationship Statement for an Australian Partner Visa

The relationship statement is one of the most critical documents in an Australian Partner Visa application. Despite its informal tone, it carries significant weight in demonstrating that your relationship is genuine, committed, and ongoing. In fact, a high number of refusals stem from weak or inconsistent personal statements. This guide outlines how to write a powerful, credible relationship statement that supports your visa application and aligns with the Department of Home Affairs’ expectations.

PARTNER VISA

7/29/20253 min read

What Is a Relationship Statement?

A relationship statement is a personal account, written by each partner, explaining the history, nature, and development of your relationship. It forms part of the evidentiary base for visas such as:

Subclass 820/801 (onshore partner visa)

Subclass 309/100 (offshore partner visa)

Subclass 300 (prospective marriage visa)

It is not merely a letter of affection—it is a document reviewed by a case officer to determine whether your relationship satisfies the migration criteria.

The 4 Pillars Your Statement Should Cover:

To align with immigration expectations, cover the 4 main aspects of your relationship:

1. Financial – Shared accounts, bills, purchases

2. Household – Living arrangements, chores, routines

3. Social – Events, photos, friendships, public recognition

4. Commitment – Marriage, children, long-term goals

Learn more about the 4 pillars of relationship evidence directly from the Department of Home Affairs.

Planning Your Statement

Before writing:

• Agree on key dates with your partner

• Review all documents (so facts match)

• Decide whether you’ll write joint or separate statements

💡Tip: Many applicants prefer separate statements to show their individual voices—especially if English isn’t both partners’ first language.

Suggested Structure

1. How You Met

Start with where and how you first met, who introduced you, your first impressions, and how things progressed.

2. Falling in Love

Talk about when it became serious—first trips, meeting family, becoming exclusive, engagement if relevant.

3. Shared Life

Include your day-to-day: joint decisions, rent, groceries, managing household tasks, emotional support, etc.

4. The Future

What are your future plans as a couple? Kids? Marriage? Buying a home? Migration goals?

What to Include

•“We first met at…” (Relationship timeline for Australian partner visa)

•“We decided to move in together…” (Cohabitation proof for subclass 820 visa)

•“We manage our bills jointly…” (Shared financial responsibility visa evidence)

•“Our families have met multiple times…” (Demonstrating social recognition of the relationship)

•“Our dream is to raise a family in Australia…” (Future intention for permanent visa)

Common Mistakes That Lead to Refusals

❌ Contradicting your partner’s statement

❌ Sounding too formal or rehearsed

❌ Leaving out emotional depth

❌ Forgetting to align with your supporting documents

Tone and Language

• Use natural, personal language

• Avoid robotic legal terms

• Imagine telling your story to a friend

Think: not “hereby declare the cohabitation agreement…”, but “we moved in together after 10 months because we were inseparable.”

Should You Use a Template?

Templates can help with structure, but don’t copy-paste. Case officers are trained to spot generic content.

Want a customised template tailored to your case?

Email us at support@mmvisa.com.au and we’ll send a draft that aligns with your timeline, documents, and partner visa subclass.

Where to Upload It

In your ImmiAccount:

• Go to the documents section

• Upload as “Relationship Evidence” (PDF format is best)

• Label clearly: Relationship Statement – [Your Full Name]

Work With an Expert (Optional but Smart)

A registered migration agent can:

• Review your statement

• Suggest missing elements

• Ensure your story and evidence are aligned

Want help from a registered agent ( Sam Lotfollahi) with 16+ years of experience?

Book a consult with buttom below or email us.

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How We Can Help

At Millennium Migration, we provide expert legal and strategic advice to help you navigate these upcoming changes. Whether you’re applying for skilled migration, a partner visa, or PR through the 485 stream, we’ve helped hundreds succeed—and we’re ready to help you too.

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