Processing times vary, but approximately 75% of applications take around 26 months to finalise.
Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)
Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)
The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) allows individuals who intend to marry their Australian partner to enter Australia, live temporarily, and marry their sponsor before the visa expires. It is designed for couples who are engaged and intend to marry in Australia within the permitted timeframe. This visa must be sponsored by your future spouse, and the marriage must take place before the visa expires.
Prospective Marriage Visa Overview
To be considered genuine and eligible, applicants must not already be married to or in a de facto relationship with their sponsor at the time of application or visa grant. The visa is typically valid for 9 months from the date of grant and allows you to enter Australia to finalise your marriage plans.
Stay in Australia for the duration of the visa (up to 9 months)
Work and study in Australia during your stay
Travel internationally as often as needed while the visa is valid
Marry your sponsor in Australia and then apply for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801)
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To apply for a Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300), you must:
1) Employers / Sponsors
- • Have a sponsor who is your intended spouse (Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen)
- • Be at least 18 years old at the time of application
- • Meet health and character requirements
- • Have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government
- • Have no history of visa cancellations or refusals that would prevent eligibility
- • Intend to marry your sponsor within the visa validity period
- • Have met your partner in person at least once and demonstrate a genuine intention to marry
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Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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1. How long does the Subclass 300 visa take to process?
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2. What is the government fee for the Prospective Marriage Visa?The base application charge is AUD $7,850. This does not include costs for additional applicants.
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3. Can I visit my partner in Australia while my visa is being processed?Yes. However, you must apply for a separate visitor visa or another suitable visa. The Subclass 300 does not grant entry on its own.
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4. What happens once the Subclass 300 visa is granted?You must enter Australia before your first entry date, marry your sponsor before the visa expires, and then apply for the Subclass 820/801 Partner Visa.
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5. What if my Subclass 300 visa is refused?You will receive a refusal letter explaining why and informing you whether you have rights to review the decision.
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6. How long can I stay in Australia on the Subclass 300 visa?You can stay in Australia for up to 9 months from the date the visa is granted.
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7. Can the Prospective Marriage Visa be extended or reapplied?No. The visa cannot be extended, nor can you apply for another Subclass 300. You must transition to the Partner Visa after marriage to stay long-term.
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8. Is the visa available to same-sex couples?Yes. Australia recognises same-sex relationships, and eligible same-sex couples can apply for both the Subclass 300 and subsequent Partner Visas.