Couples and families
Partner and Family Consultation Preparation Guide
A consultation is more useful when the essential story and dates are easy to follow. This guide is for preparation only and does not assess eligibility.
Start with a simple timeline
Write a short chronology in your own words. It does not need to be a legal submission.
- When and how you met
- Periods spent together and apart
- Current locations
- Important relationship milestones
List the questions that matter
Capture questions about timing, evidence and the professional process so they can be addressed in the consultation.
- Known visa or travel dates
- Any previous immigration applications
- Whether either person is in Australia
- Your preferred consultation format
Protect personal information
Do not upload identity documents or detailed relationship evidence through a general enquiry. Wait for instructions about an appropriate channel.
Official sources
Use current official information as the baseline. These links do not turn general preparation material into personalised advice.
Continue with clarity
Keep the guide. Prepare the conversation.
Send a copy to yourself, continue to the related service or arrange a professional consultation when you are ready.