Subclass 300 (Prospective Marriage Visa) – Australia

The Subclass 300 Prospective Marriage Visa allows individuals who are engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to travel to Australia to get married. This temporary visa provides a pathway to permanent residency through a subsequent partner visa.

Visa Overview

The Subclass 300 Visa allows the applicant to:
✅ Travel to Australia before getting married.
✅ Stay in Australia for up to 9 months.
✅ Work and study during the visa period.
✅ Apply for a Subclass 820/801 Partner Visa after marriage to stay permanently.

Eligibility Criteria 

For the Applicant:

• Must be outside Australia at the time of applying and when the visa is granted.
• Must be engaged to marry an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
• Must have a genuine and ongoing relationship with their Australian partner.
• Must marry within 9 months of receiving the visa.
• Must meet health and character requirements, including medical examinations and police checks.
  

  For the Sponsor (Fiancé(e)):

  • Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
  • Must agree to sponsor the applicant and provide financial support.
  • Must meet character requirements, including police clearance.

  Benefits of the Subclass 300 Visa

  ✅ Live in Australia for up to 9 months before the wedding.
  ✅ Work and study while in Australia.
  ✅ Travel freely to and from Australia during the visa’s validity.
  ✅ Apply for a Subclass 820/801 Partner Visa after marriage for permanent residency.

  Processing Time & Costs

  • Processing Time:

    • 50% of applications processed within 12 months.
    • 90% processed within 18 months.

  • Cost:

    • Starts from AUD 8,850 (additional fees apply for dependents).
      

      How to Apply

      1. Gather Supporting Documents

         • Proof of identity (passport, birth certificate, etc.).
         • Evidence of genuine relationship (photos, messages, engagement details, wedding plans).
         • Health assessments and police checks.

      2. Submit the Subclass 300 Visa application while outside Australia.

      3. Wait for a decision on the temporary visa.

      4. If granted, travel to Australia and get married within the 9-month visa period.

      5. Apply for a Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) after marriage to begin the process of obtaining permanent residency in Australia.