Search
Close this search box.

Form 80 Australia- Do I need to complete it for my partner visa application?

Form 80 (Personal particulars for assessment including character assessment) is part of the character assessment undertaken for permanent visa applicants. It is a comprehensive questionnaire used by the Australian Department of Home Affairs for visa applicants. The purpose of Form 80 is to gather information about your personal background, including details about your employment history, education, travel history, and character. It helps the Department assess your suitability for a visa and determine whether you meet the character requirements set out in the migration regulations. You don’t need to attach it to your application immediately but you will want to upload it before a Case Officer picks up your file.

In any case, it is highly recommended that your partner visa application be as decision ready as possible. By submitting Form 80 in when you lodge your application you will avoid potential delays down the track. 

The idea is to provide your Case Officer with as much information as possible when you lodge so that your application is held up. From a procedural fairness point of view, the Case Officer will ask you to provide more information and will put your application aside until your response is received – you will no longer be on top of the pile.

There can be advantages to completing and submitting Form 80 in advance. When filling out your Partner visa application, you will already have gathered most of the information need to complete Form 80. You will need extra patience though, as completing the form will probably take at least a few hours.

The Department has placed significant importance on character assessment in the last few years. The best strategy to avoid delays caused by the unexpected is to think ahead.

Once you have completed your Form 80, upload it to your immi account.

For checklists, templates, guidance and advice (including a personal particulars form filled sample) on exactly what evidence you should include (as well as the rest of the partner visa application) check out our exclusive DIY Partner Visa Guide. You can find out more here.

Save Time


Save dozens of hours using our guides and templates

Save money


Save $9,910 on agent fees by doing the work yourself

Protect your investment


Be confident you are doing everything right

valuable insights

Into what the Government does (and does not) care about in making decisions

100% money-back guarantee

if you are unhappy for any reason (you won’t be)

You might also like

Partner Visa in Australia: Onshore vs. Offshore Application – What’s Best for You?

Partner Visa in Australia: Onshore vs. Offshore Application – What’s Best for You?

April 30, 2024
First, eligibility criteria for the partner visa Onshore (Subclass 820) and...
Partner Visa Australia Processing Times & Tips to Expedite Your Application

Partner Visa Australia Processing Times & Tips to Expedite Your Application

April 17, 2024
If you’ve thought about lodging a partner visa application, the odds are good...
Partner Visa Australia Checklist

Partner Visa Australia Checklist

April 16, 2024
The partner visa process can seem very complicated and overwhelming. We find it...
Partner Visa Migration Agent

Partner Visa Migration Agent

April 13, 2024
Do you need a migration agent to assist you with your partner visa? The answer...
Scroll to Top

Get our top tips (free)

…to give your application the best chance of success with our expert guidance for the strongest application possible.

Add your email below: