Prospective Marriage visa (Subclasses 300)

If you plan to marry an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, you may qualify for a Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300). This visa allows you to enter and stay in Australia for up to 15 months to marry your intended spouse. You must apply for this visa from outside Australia.

Once your 300 visa is granted and you are married, you can then apply for a Partner visa (subclass 820/801), which provides a pathway to permanent residency in Australia. In most cases, you will also be able to access Medicare once your Partner visa is granted.

You must

Be 18 years of age or older
Have a sponsor who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
Intend to marry your prospective spouse before the visa expires
Have met your prospective spouse in person as adults and know each other personally at the time of your application
Apply for this visa from outside Australia, along with any family members included in your application
Be either in or outside Australia when your temporary visa decision is made by the Department of Home Affairs

Steps involved when applying for a Prospective Marriage Visa subclass 300

Before you begin your application, we will schedule a consultation to discuss your circumstances and confirm that the Prospective Marriage Visa is the right option for you. Once we're clear on your needs, you'll receive a fixed fee quote for our services, ensuring transparency from the start.

Next, we will help you prepare all the necessary evidence and documents, including identity papers and proof of your relationship. Any documents not in English must be translated. We will guide you to ensure your documentation meets Department of Home Affairs requirements, helping to prevent delays.

Your Prospective Marriage Visa (subclass 300) application must be submitted online while you are outside Australia. Once lodged, the Department of Home Affairs will review your application and notify you of the result.

How long does it take to get a prospective marriage visa in Australia subclass 300

90% of applications finalized	Within 12-16 months
75% of applications finalized	Within 8-12 months
Complex cases or additional document requests	18+ months

What is the 12 month relationship rule?

Generally speaking, to have your visa approved, you must demonstrate that you meet the de facto relationship for at least 12 months before the application is made.

Which is better, a prospective marriage visa or a partner visa?

If your partner can come to Australia on a visa that doesn't have the no further stay condition and lets her apply for another substantive visa, then the partner visa would be better, as she would be able to stay here while you wait. If no,t then the Prospective Marriage Visa

Can visa 300 apply for Medicare?

No, holders of a Subclass 300 Prospective Marriage visa are not eligible for Medicare. Eligibility for Medicare begins once you have applied for a partner visa, such as the Subclass 820 Partner visa, after marrying your sponsor. You will need to obtain private health insurance to cover your medical needs while on the Subclass 300 visa.