The Prospective Marriage Visa (Subclass 300) enables foreign nationals engaged to an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen to travel to Australia to celebrate their marriage. The marriage can occur in Australia or overseas, provided it takes place within the validity period of the visa (usually between 9 and 15 months).
Key Eligibility Requirements
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Personally Met in Person: You and your fiancé(e) must have met physically and be personally known to each other as adults (virtual-only relationships do not qualify).
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Notice of Intended Marriage (NOIM): Provide a signed Notice of Intended Marriage from an authorized Australian Marriage Celebrant.
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Genuine Intention to Marry: Demonstrate a mutual intention to marry within the visa validity period and live together permanently as spouses.