Prospective Marriage Visa Subclass 300
The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) is designed for individuals who are engaged and planning to marry an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. This temporary visa allows you to enter and stay in Australia for up to nine months, during which time you are expected to get married and apply for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820 and 801) to continue living together in Australia.
Benefits and Eligibility
Key Benefits of the Prospective Marriage Visa
If you are granted a Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300), you can enjoy the following benefits:
🔹Live in Australia while your visa is valid
🔹Study in Australia at your own cost
🔹Work legally in Australia
🔹Travel in and out of Australia as many times as you like while the visa remains active
⚠️ Important Note for New Zealand Passport Holders:
If you hold a valid Prospective Marriage Visa, you must notify immigration officers upon arrival in Australia. Otherwise, you may be granted a Subclass 444 Special Category Visa, which can affect future partner visa applications.
Eligibility Criteria
For Visa Applicants
To be eligible for the Subclass 300 visa, you must:
🔹Be 18 years or older
🔹Be outside of Australia both when applying and when the visa is granted
🔹Meet the relationship requirements with your fiancé(e)
🔹Be sponsored by your fiancé(e), who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
🔹Fulfill the health and character requirements
🔹Have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government, or have made suitable repayment arrangements
For Sponsors
As a sponsor, you must:
🔹Be the fiancé(e) of the visa applicant
🔹Not currently hold or have previously held certain restricted visas
You are also responsible for:
🔹Any debts your partner owes to the Australian Government
🔹Ensuring your partner follows their visa conditions
🔹Supporting your partner’s work and legal obligations in Australia
Including Family Members in the Visa
You may include dependent children or stepchildren in your visa application. Once granted, your family members will enjoy the same rights and conditions as you under the Subclass 300 visa.
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