A recent fee hike has pushed Australia's partner visa cost to record high levels, leaving separated couples facing steep financial strains and prolonged waiting periods.
Key Points
- The upfront partner visa application charge rose by $2,345 to reach $11,710 as of July.
- Applicants face median processing times of 16 months, with 90 percent processed within 27 months.
- The government maintains that the fee increase will help fund broader migration system reforms.
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