Prospective Marriage Visa Subclass 300

Purpose: To allow the fiancé(e) of an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to travel to Australia and marry their partner within 9 months of visa grant.

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Criteria	Details
Visa Subclass	300 – Prospective Marriage Visa
Type	Temporary (9 months)
Application Location	Offshore only
Sponsor Requirement	Australian citizen/PR/eligible NZ citizen fiancé(e)
Marriage Requirement	Must marry within visa validity
Follow-up Visa	Apply for Subclass 820/801 after marriage
Work Rights	Yes, once visa is granted
Study Rights	Yes, no government funding
Family Members	Can include dependents

The Subclass 300 Prospective Marriage Visa is a temporary visa that allows a person to come to Australia to marry their fiancé(e), who must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen. This visa must be applied for offshore.

Once granted, the visa holder must marry their sponsor within 9 months. After marriage, the applicant can apply for an onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801).

Applicants must demonstrate that they have met their partner in person and intend to marry. Evidence of a genuine and continuing relationship is also required, along with police clearances, health checks, and financial documentation.

This visa is ideal for engaged couples who are not yet married but want to start their life together in Australia after the wedding.

Children and other eligible family members can be included in the application as dependents.

Can I apply for the Prospective Marriage Visa while in Australia?

No. You must be outside Australia when you apply and when the visa is granted.

How long is the Subclass 300 visa valid for?

It is valid for 9 months from the date of grant.

Do I need to prove I’ve met my partner in person?

Yes, you must show evidence of having physically met your fiancé(e).

Can I work on this visa?

Yes, you will have full work rights once the visa is granted.

What happens after I get married in Australia?

You can apply for the Partner Visa (820/801) to remain in Australia permanently.

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