De facto Partnerships
At what stage should the documents supporting the de facto partnership application, be submitted?
The full documentation should be submitted prior to the initial application submission, since the de facto partnership should be approved by the Minister. The agent is requested to set an appointment with Client Relations and Compliance to submit such documents well in advance.
What are the documents required as proof of a de facto partnership? The following documentation is required as part of the application for a de facto partnership:
- covering letter signed by the agent;
- certified true copy of Main Applicant’s passport;
- certified true copy of partner’s passport;
- certified true copy of the Main Applicant’s birth certificate;
- certified true copy of the partner’s birth certificate;
- adequate proof of long-standing relationship, which may include the following:
- affidavit from relatives/friends confirming that they have known the couple for an adequate number of years;
- bank statements (either showing transactions between partners or showing a joint bank account);
- rental agreement or purchase agreement of a joint property;
- dated photos portraying the couple;
- flight tickets showing travel together, and
- any other relevant documentation
Are de facto partnerships accepted under the MPRP?
Yes, de facto partnerships are accepted as long as adequate proof of such is submitted.