Prospective Marriage Visa Australia (Subclass 300)
Overview
Are you planning to marry your partner in Australia? The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) is your pathway to beginning a life with your prospective spouse in Australia. This temporary visa allows individuals to travel to Australia, marry their partner, and explore life together.
What is the Prospective Marriage Visa?
The Visa 300 is designed for individuals intending to marry their partner, who must be an Australian permanent resident, citizen, or eligible New Zealand citizen. This visa permits you to travel to Australia, marry your partner within the visa’s validity period, and apply for a Partner Visa thereafter.
Eligibility Criteria for Visa 300
To apply for a Prospective Marriage Visa, you must meet the following requirements:
- Age: Be 18 years or older.
- Relationship:
- Intend to marry your partner within 9 months of obtaining the visa.
- Have personally met your partner at least once.
- Location:
- Be outside Australia when applying.
- Be outside Australia when the visa is granted.
- Sponsorship: Have a sponsor who is your Australian partner (citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen).
- Health and Character: Meet Australian health and character requirements.
- Financial Status: Have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government.
Cost of Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300)
- Base Visa Application Fee: AUD 7,850.
- Additional Costs: Extra charges apply for family members included in the application.
Stay Period for Subclass 300 Visa
- The Prospective Marriage Visa allows you to stay in Australia for 9 to 15 months.
Benefits of Visa 300
As a Subclass 300 visa holder, you can:
- Live in Australia: Stay temporarily while planning your marriage.
- Travel Flexibility: Travel in and out of Australia as many times as needed during the visa’s validity.
- Work in Australia: Gain employment opportunities during your stay.
- Study at Your Expense: Pursue education in Australia (no government funding).
Requirements for Sponsors
To sponsor an applicant for Visa 300, you must:
- Eligibility:
- Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
- No Recent Sponsorships:
- Not have sponsored someone for a Partner Visa or Prospective Marriage Visa in the last 5 years (exceptions apply for compelling reasons).
- Character Requirements:
- Provide police checks to the Department of Home Affairs.
- Have no criminal records or past involvement in illegal activities.
- Support Obligations:
- Provide accommodation and financial assistance to the applicant for their initial stay in Australia.
Application Process for Visa 300
- Check Eligibility: Confirm you and your sponsor meet all requirements.
- Gather Documents:
- Proof of relationship and intention to marry.
- Identity documents, police checks, and health assessments.
- Lodge Application: Submit your application online with the required documentation.
- Pay Fees: Ensure all fees are paid during the application submission.
- Await Decision: Monitor your application status and respond to additional requests from DOHA if needed.
Why Choose CG Migration Services?
Navigating the visa application process can be complex, but with CG Migration Services, you get expert guidance to simplify every step.
- Personalized Support: Tailored advice based on your unique circumstances.
- Document Assistance: Help in compiling and submitting all required paperwork.
- End-to-End Service: From application to approval, we guide you through the entire process.
- Timely Updates: Stay informed about your visa application status.
Contact Us
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- info@cgms.com.au
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