Prospective Marriage Visa 300: The Fiancé Visa Explained

The Prospective Marriage Visa (subclass 300) is designed for people who are engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen and wish to travel to Australia to marry.

Key Requirements

• You must be engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible NZ citizen
• You must be outside Australia when you apply and when the visa is granted
• You must intend to marry your fiancé within 9 months of arriving in Australia
• You must genuinely intend to live together as spouses
• Meet health and character requirements

The Process

Step 1: Lodge the visa application from outside Australia Step 2: Wait for the visa grant (processing times vary) Step 3: Travel to Australia and marry within 9 months Step 4: Apply for the Partner Visa (820/801) after marriage

After Marriage

Once you are married, you can apply for the onshore Partner Visa (subclass 820/801). You will be granted a bridging visa while this application is processed, allowing you to remain in Australia.

Costs

The government fee for the Prospective Marriage Visa is currently $8,850. Additional costs may include health examinations, police checks, and professional migration assistance.

How We Can Help

Visa2AU provides comprehensive assistance with Prospective Marriage Visa applications, ensuring your application is complete and well-documented.