For Future Spouses

How The Prospective Marriage Visa Works

The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) is a temporary Australian visa designed for people who are engaged to an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen and wish to travel to Australia to marry their future spouse. The visa allows eligible applicants to enter Australia and marry their prospective spouse within the required timeframe.

After the marriage takes place, eligible visa holders may be able to apply for a partner visa pathway to continue their stay in Australia. Applicants must generally be outside Australia when applying and must meet the relevant eligibility criteria, including relationship and sponsorship requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

Who Can Apply For The Prospective Marriage Visa?

Must Apply From Outside Australia

The Subclass 300 visa is an offshore visa, meaning applicants must generally be outside Australia when submitting their application.

Have An Eligible Sponsor

Your prospective spouse must be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen and meet the required sponsorship criteria.

Meet Relationship Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate a genuine intention to marry their prospective spouse, have met personally as adults, and show that they have a genuine ongoing relationship.

Application Journey

Navigating Your Prospective Marriage Visa Process

Parent Visa Eligibility Understanding your requirements.

Before preparing your Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) application, the first step is assessing your eligibility and understanding the requirements that apply to your circumstances.

This includes reviewing whether you meet the key criteria for the visa, including your relationship status, sponsor eligibility, and your plans to marry your prospective spouse in Australia.

During this stage, important factors include:
  • Confirming your prospective spouse is an eligible sponsor, such as an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen
  • Ensuring you meet the offshore application requirement and are outside Australia when applying
  • Reviewing your intention to marry your prospective spouse after arriving in Australia
  • Confirming that you and your partner have met personally as adults and know each other personally
  • Understanding the evidence required to demonstrate your genuine relationship

A detailed eligibility review helps identify the information required and ensures your application is prepared based on your individual circumstances.

Building your relationship case.

A successful Subclass 300 application requires clear evidence that demonstrates the genuine nature of your relationship. This stage focuses on gathering and organising documents that show your relationship history, commitment, and future plans together.

Relationship evidence may include:
  • How you and your partner met
  • Your relationship timeline and important milestones
  • Engagement details and significant moments together
  • Communication records, including messages, call history, and video calls
  • Photos, travel records, visits between countries, and shared experiences
  • Wedding plans, venue bookings, and discussions about your future together

We help ensure your evidence is presented clearly and logically, supported by strong statements and relevant documentation. This allows your relationship story to be properly understood as part of your application.

Preparing and lodging your application.

Once your eligibility has been confirmed and your supporting evidence has been prepared, the next step is completing and submitting your Subclass 300 visa application.

This stage involves preparing important documents, including:
  • Relationship evidence
  • Supporting statements
  • Identity documents
  • Sponsor documents
  • Required application forms and supporting paperwork

A carefully prepared application helps demonstrate your eligibility, your genuine relationship, and your intention to marry your prospective spouse.

After lodgement, the Department of Home Affairs reviews the application and may request additional information or documents during the assessment process. Providing complete and accurate information from the beginning can help create a stronger application.

Planning what comes next.

After receiving the Prospective Marriage Visa and travelling to Australia, the visa holder can proceed with their plans to marry their prospective spouse within the required timeframe.

Following the marriage, eligible applicants may be able to apply for a partner visa pathway to continue their stay in Australia and work towards future residency options.

This stage involves understanding:
  • Requirements after arriving in Australia
  • Marriage obligations under the visa conditions
  • Future partner visa options
  • Additional documentation that may be required for future applications

Our team can continue assisting with future pathway planning, helping couples understand their next steps and prepare for their ongoing journey in Australia.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About The Prospective Marriage Visa

No. The Prospective Marriage Visa is designed for couples who are engaged and intend to marry their prospective spouse in Australia. Applicants must meet the relevant relationship and eligibility requirements before applying.
No. The Subclass 300 visa is an offshore visa, meaning applicants must generally be outside Australia when they submit their application.
The visa allows eligible applicants to stay in Australia for a limited period to marry their prospective spouse after arrival. The timeframe depends on the conditions attached to the visa grant.
Eligible Subclass 300 visa holders may have permission to work in Australia, subject to the conditions that apply to their visa.
After marriage, eligible applicants may be able to apply for a partner visa pathway. The available options depend on individual circumstances and meeting the relevant requirements.
In some circumstances, dependent children may be included in the application if they meet the applicable requirements. Each situation is assessed based on individual circumstances.
Processing times can vary depending on factors such as application complexity, the information provided, supporting documents, and the time required for assessment.
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