Prospective Marriage Visa Subclass 300

Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) – Bring Your Fiancé to Australia

Begin Your Life Together in Australia

The Subclass 300 Prospective Marriage Visa—commonly referred to as the Fiancé Visa—is designed for individuals outside Australia who are engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. This visa allows the applicant to enter Australia for up to 9 months to plan, prepare for, and officially marry their partner.

Temporary stay of 9 months in Australia
Apply from outside Australia only
Marriage can take place in Australia or overseas
Followed by eligibility for Partner Visa Subclass 820/801
Offers a pathway to permanent residency
Age Requirement
Both partners must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Genuine Intention to Marry
You and your sponsor must genuinely intend to marry within 9 months of visa grant and live together as a couple.
Sponsorship
The sponsor must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. Note that certain sponsorship restrictions may apply based on prior visa sponsorship history or criminal record.
In-Person Meeting
You must have met your partner in person at least once and provide substantial evidence of a genuine and ongoing relationship.
No Legal Impediments to Marriage
Both parties must be legally free to marry, meaning there should be no unresolved previous marriages or divorces.
Health & Character Requirements
Applicants must pass health examinations and provide police clearances from every country where they have lived for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
The average processing time is 12 to 16 months.
Decision-ready applications (with all required documents submitted correctly) may benefit from faster processing, as per the latest announcements by the Department of Home Affairs.
At AMEC, we specialize in guiding couples through the complex and emotional journey of partner migration. Our experienced team offers:
- Comprehensive document checklists
- Tailored advice to help build strong, decision-ready applications
- Step-by-step support from engagement to permanent residency