Prospective Marriage Visa (subclass 300)

The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) is a temporary visa that allows individuals who are engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to enter Australia to get married. Once married, visa holders can apply for a Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) to remain in Australia permanently.

This visa is ideal for couples who are not yet married and want to begin their life together in Australia.

Key Benefits of the Prospective Marriage Visa 300

• Enter Australia to Marry: Travel to Australia and marry your partner within 9 months of visa grant.
• Work and Study Rights: You can work and study in Australia while holding this visa.
• Pathway to Permanent Residency: After marriage, apply for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) to stay permanently.
• Travel Flexibility: Travel in and out of Australia freely during the visa validity.
• Include Dependent Children: You may include dependent children in your visa application

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Subclass 300 visa, you must meet the following requirements:

Relationship Requirements

• Be engaged to marry an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
• Have met your partner in person and know them personally.
• Provide evidence of a genuine and ongoing relationship and intent to marry.

Location Requirement

• You must be outside Australia when applying for this visa.

Age Requirement

• Both applicant and sponsor must be 18 years or older.

Health & Character Requirements

• Complete health checks and provide police clearance certificates

Sponsor Requirements

• Your partner must sponsor you and meet character and sponsorship history requirements.

Visa Conditions

Once granted, the Subclass 300 visa comes with specific conditions:

• Marriage Within 9 Months: You must marry your sponsor within 9 months of visa grant.
• Work and Study Rights: You can work and study in Australia, but study is at your own expense.
• No Access to Government Funding: You are not eligible for government-funded education or welfare.
• Transition to Partner Visa: After marriage, you can apply for the Subclass 820/801 Partner Visa to remain in Australia permanently.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)