Subclass 300 โ Prospective Marriage
Family
Enter Australia to marry your Australian partner.
Cost
$8,850
AUD
Processing
12-24
months
Duration
9-15 months
Work Rights
Full work rights
๐ How to Apply โ Step by Step
- Both partners must have met in person
- Australian partner lodges sponsorship
- Lodge 300 visa application from outside Australia
- Provide relationship evidence
- Complete health and character checks
- Travel to Australia on the 300 visa
- Marry within 9 months
- Apply for partner visa (820/801) after marriage
โ Requirements
- Intend to marry AU citizen/PR
- Met in person
- Apply outside Australia
๐ก Tips for Applicants
- โขStart planning the wedding before the visa is granted to avoid the 9-month pressure
- โขYou can lodge a partner visa (820/801) after marrying, without leaving Australia
- โขEvidence of genuine relationship is assessed the same way as partner visas
โ ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- โNot marrying within the 9-month window
- โInsufficient evidence that both partners have met in person
- โNot planning for the partner visa application after marriage
โ Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to marry?
You must marry within 9 months of entering Australia on the Prospective Marriage visa.
Can I work while on this visa?
Yes, the 300 visa grants work rights.
What if we don't marry in time?
You must leave Australia. In exceptional circumstances, you may be able to apply for a different visa.
๐ Related Family Visas
Subclass 820 โ Partner (Temporary)
For partners (spouse or de facto) of Australian citizens/PR holders.
$8,85012-24 monthsPR
Subclass 801 โ Partner (Permanent)
Permanent stage of onshore partner visa (follows 820).
$012-24 monthsPR
Subclass 309 โ Partner (Provisional)
Offshore partner visa for spouse/de facto of AU citizen/PR.
$8,85012-30 monthsPR
Subclass 100 โ Partner (Migrant)
Permanent stage of offshore partner visa (follows 309).
$012-30 monthsPR
๐๏ธ Official Information
Always verify requirements with the official source before applying.
View on immi.homeaffairs.gov.au โ