Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

If you’re engaged and planning to marry an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen, the Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300) is your doorway to Australia. This visa allows you to come to Australia, marry your partner, and apply for a Partner visa (subclass 820 and 801). You can stay in Australia for up to 9 months on this visa. Starting from 1 July 2023, there are changes to Australian citizenship eligibility for some New Zealand citizens holding a Special Category (subclass 444) visa. We’re here to help you navigate these updates and ensure a smooth process. Contact us for the latest information and personalized assistance.

Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

It allows you to live, work, and study in Australia for 9 to 15 months and travel in and out of the country during this time. It’s essential to follow all visa conditions and Australian laws. If you’re applying from outside Australia, you must enter the country by the initial arrival date specified on your visa.

Once you’re married or before the visa expires, applying for a Partner Visa (Subclass 820 and 801) is a good idea to save on costs. The visa gives you full work rights, protection under Australian workplace laws, and the option to study (though at your own expense). While you can’t add family members after the visa is granted, there are steps in place for newborns or changes in relationship status.

Duration: Stay in Australia for 9 to 15 months.
Travel: You can freely travel in and out of Australia during this period.
Compliance: You must follow all visa conditions and Australian laws.
Initial Entry: Ensure you enter Australia by the specified initial arrival date.
Next Step: To reduce costs, apply for a Partner Visa (Subclass 820 and 801) after marriage or before your visa expires.
Work Rights: You have full work rights in Australia.
Study: You can study at your own expense.
Family Members: You can’t add family members after the visa is granted, but there are procedures for newborns and relationship status changes.
Communication: Stay in regular contact with immigration authorities.

To be eligible for this visa, applicants must meet the following criteria:

No Existing Sponsored Parent Visa: Must not already hold or have applied for a Sponsored Parent (Temporary) (subclass 870) visa.
Sponsor Requirement: Must have a sponsor, typically an eligible child, relative, or community organization. Sponsorship approval is necessary.
Balance-of-Family Test: Must meet the balance-of-family test.
Health and Character Requirements: Must meet health and character requirements, including those of any accompanying family members.
No Debts to the Australian Government: Must have cleared any debts owed to the Australian Government.
No Visa Cancellations or Refusals: Must not have had a visa canceled or a previous application refused.
Australian Values Statement: Applicants over 18 years old must sign the Australian Values Statement, committing to respecting Australian ways of life and laws.
Best Interests of Children: The best interests of any applicant under 18 must be considered, and the visa will not be granted if it is deemed not in their best interests.

For Sponsors

As a sponsor for the Prospective Marriage visa, your role includes supporting the primary visa applicant and any accompanying family members. Here are the key points:

Facilitate Marriage: Help your prospective spouse with the marriage process and support their Partner visa application before the Prospective Marriage visa ends.
Financial Responsibility: Cover any financial obligations owed to the Australian government by your prospective spouse or their family members.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with visa conditions and Australian laws and address any debts or obligations to employers in Australia.
No Cost: Sponsorship is free of charge.
Duration: Sponsorship lasts from the grant of the Prospective Marriage visa until it ends.
Eligibility: Must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Character Requirements: Adhere to character requirements, especially concerning criminal records or offenses related to children.
Support Resources: Access resources for issues like domestic and family violence to better understand and fulfill your sponsorship obligations.

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Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)

To be eligible for this visa, applicants must meet the following criteria:

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