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Prospective Marriage Visa – Subclass 300 (Temporary)

The Prospective Marriage Visa Subclass 300 (also known as the fiancé visa) allows the engaged partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to travel to Australia to marry their sponsor.

This is a temporary visa granted for 9–15 months, during which the couple must marry and apply for a Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801).

Subclass 300 provides work rights and the opportunity to begin the pathway toward permanent residency in Australia.

Why Consider the Prospective Marriage Visa 300?

Fiancé Visa Pathway

Allows engaged couples to reunite in Australia and marry within the visa validity period.

Full Work Rights

Visa holders can work in Australia during the validity of the Subclass 300 visa.

9–15 Month Validity

Provides sufficient time to plan and legally register your marriage in Australia.

Clear PR Pathway

After marriage, apply for Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) for permanent residency.

Relationship Recognition

Designed specifically for genuine couples intending to marry.

Family Inclusion

Eligible dependent children can be included in the visa application.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be outside Australia at time of application and grant.
  • Must intend to marry your sponsor within visa validity period.
  • Must have met your sponsor in person since turning 18.
  • Both applicant and sponsor must be 18 years or older.
  • Must provide evidence of a genuine relationship.
  • Meet health and character requirements.

Processing & Visa Overview

Factor Details
Visa Type Temporary (Fiancé Visa)
Validity 9–15 months from date of grant
Work Rights Full work rights during visa validity
Next Step Apply for Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) after marriage

Visa Comparison: 300 vs 309

Factor Subclass 300 Subclass 309
Relationship Status Engaged (Not Yet Married) Married / De Facto
Visa Type Temporary (Fiancé) Temporary Partner Visa
Marriage Required Yes – Within validity period Already Married / De Facto
PR Pathway Leads to 820/801 after marriage Leads to Subclass 100 (Permanent)

Why Choose Global Vision Migration?

  • Genuine relationship assessment & documentation guidance.
  • Strategic advice on 300 vs 309 pathway.
  • Complete end-to-end visa application support.
  • Transparent and compliant migration advice.

Apply for Prospective Marriage Visa 300

Begin your journey to marriage and permanent residency in Australia. Contact Global Vision Migration for professional eligibility assessment and complete visa application support.

Other Family & Partner Visas

The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300), also known as the fiancé visa, allows an engaged partner of an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to enter Australia to marry their sponsor. It is a temporary visa granted for 9–15 months.

To be eligible, applicants must:
• Be outside Australia at time of application and grant.
• Intend to marry their sponsor within the visa validity period.
• Have met their sponsor in person since turning 18.
• Both parties must be 18 years or older.
• Meet health and character requirements.

The Subclass 300 visa is generally valid for 9 to 15 months from the date of grant. During this time, the couple must marry and then apply for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801).

Yes. Subclass 300 visa holders are granted full work rights during the visa validity period. You may also study in Australia at your own expense.

After marriage, you must apply for the Partner Visa (Subclass 820/801) before the Subclass 300 visa expires. This begins the pathway toward permanent residency in Australia.

Processing times vary depending on individual circumstances, application completeness, and government workload. It is important to submit strong relationship evidence to avoid delays.

Key requirements include a genuine intention to marry, evidence of a genuine and ongoing relationship, having met in person, sponsorship by an eligible Australian partner, and meeting health and character criteria.