Subclass 300

What Is the Subclass 300 Visa?

The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) is a temporary visa that allows individuals who are engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to enter Australia for the purpose of getting married. It’s commonly referred to as the fiancé visa and serves as a pathway to permanent residency through subsequent partner visa applications.

Key Features

• Validity: Typically granted for 9 to 15 months

• Location Requirement: You must be outside Australia when applying

• Work & Study Rights: You can work and study while on this visa

• Travel Flexibility: Multiple entries allowed during the visa period

• Pathway: After marriage, you can apply for a Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801)

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Subclass 300 visa, applicants must:

• Be engaged to an eligible sponsor (Australian citizen, PR, or NZ citizen)

• Have met in person at least once

• Be 18 years or older

• Intend to marry within the visa validity period

• Plan to live together as a married couple

• Meet health and character requirements

• Be sponsored by their fiancé(e), who must also meet character standards

Required Documents

Applicants typically need to provide:

• Proof of identity (passport, birth certificate)

• Evidence of relationship (photos, communication records, statements from friends/family)

• Intent to marry (wedding plans, celebrant bookings)

• Police clearance certificates

• Medical examination results

• Sponsor documents (Form 40SP, financial support declaration)

Application Process

1. Prepare documents: Gather all required evidence

2. Apply online: Submit via ImmiAccount from outside Australia

3. Sponsor lodges Form 40SP

4. Wait for assessment: Processing times range from 15 to 24 months

5. Receive visa: Travel to Australia and marry your partner

6. Apply for Partner Visa: Transition to Subclass 820/801 for permanent residency

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