Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) is granted to individuals who are engaged and intend to marry an Australian citizen,  Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

This visa allows the applicant to travel to Australia, marry their fiancé(e), and then apply for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820 and 801) from within Australia.

Visa validity: 9 to 15 months from the date of grant.

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Benefits Of Prospective Marriage Visa

Being a Prospective Marriage (Subclass 300) visa holder, you can:

  • Stay in Australia for the visa validity period (9–15 months from grant)
  • Work in Australia without restriction
  • Study in Australia at your own expense
  • Travel in and out of Australia multiple times while the visa remains valid
  • Apply for the onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) after marriage

Note: Applicants must marry their sponsoring partner before the visa expires. This visa cannot be extended.

Eligibility Criteria

For Visa Applicants

  • You must be 18 years old or above
  • You must be outside Australia at the time of lodging the application
  • You must have met your fiancé(e) in person since turning 18
  • You must intend to marry your sponsoring partner within the visa validity period
  • You must demonstrate a genuine and continuing relationship
  • You must be sponsored by your fiancé(e)
  • You must meet health and character requirements
  • You must have repaid or arranged to repay any outstanding debts to the Australian Government

For Sponsors

  • Must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must be approved as a sponsor
  • Must meet character requirements
  • Must comply with sponsorship limitations (including previous sponsorship history)

As a sponsor, you must also take responsibility for:

  • Providing support to your fiancé(e) during their stay
  • Ensuring compliance with visa conditions
  • Meeting sponsorship obligations under Australian migration law

Family Members

You may include dependent children or stepchildren in your application.

If granted, family members receive the same visa conditions and rights applicable to the primary applicant.

Contact Aussizz Group today for a detailed assessment of your eligibility for the Prospective Marriage Visa. Our registered migration professionals provide structured guidance to ensure your application is decision-ready and compliant.

FAQs About Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

It is a temporary visa that allows an engaged partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to enter Australia, marry, and then apply for an onshore Partner visa.

Individuals who are engaged, have met their partner in person, and intend to marry within the visa validity period may apply, provided all eligibility criteria are satisfied.

The Subclass 300 visa is generally lodged while the applicant is outside Australia. Alternative partner visa pathways may be available depending on visa status.

The visa is valid for 9 to 15 months from the date of grant.

Processing times vary depending on application completeness, background checks, and Departmental workload.

There is no fixed minimum income threshold. However, applicants and sponsors may need to demonstrate the ability to support themselves during the visa period.

Yes. You must intend to marry and provide evidence of a genuine engagement.

Yes. Dependent children or stepchildren can be included in the application.

Common documents include:

  • Identity documents
  • Evidence of genuine relationship
  • Proof of meeting in person
  • Intention to marry documentation
  • Health and character documents
  • Sponsorship forms

While not always mandatory at the time of application, adequate health cover is strongly recommended during your stay in Australia.

Yes. The visa grants full work rights during its validity period.

You must apply for the onshore Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) before your Subclass 300 visa expires.

Yes. The visa allows multiple travel movements while it remains valid.

If the marriage does not take place within the visa validity period, the visa cannot be extended and the applicant must make alternative arrangements.

The visa forms part of Australia’s family migration program and may be subject to planning levels set by the Australian Government.

No. The visa cannot be extended. Marriage must take place within the visa validity period.

There is no formal English test requirement for this visa.

Visa application charges are generally non-refundable once the application is lodged.

No. This visa is specifically for individuals who intend to marry their sponsoring partner.

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We at Aussizz take care of procuring this visa for you through a thorough assessment, consultation and accurate visa application process.

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