[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":271},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fobHWx42YuwWi7NXL1Uc1yTz1h_r8ZCHpIqediUjyRLA":3},{"visaSubclassCode":4,"visaSubclassText":5,"streamCode":6,"streamText":6,"description":7,"stay":8,"basePrice":9,"benefitsHtml":10,"aboutVisaSections":11,"whenYouHaveVisaSections":46,"eligibilityCriteria":85,"steps":126,"processingTime":248,"availableStreams":257,"benefits":258,"categoryId":261,"pricing":262,"sourceUrl":269,"fetchedAt":270},"300","Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300)","","This visa lets you come to Australia to marry your prospective spouse. You can then apply for a Partner visa.","9 to 15 months from date of grant of visa.","AUD11,710.00","\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>stay in Australia for 9 to 15 months from your visa grant date\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>work and study in Australia.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",[12,15,19,22,25,28,31,34,37,40,43],{"text":13,"block":14},"With this visa you can","\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>live, work and study in Australia for 9 to 15 months from the visa grant date\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while the visa is valid.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"id":16,"text":17,"block":18},-1,"Settle in Australia","\u003Cp>If you and your spouse want to settle in Australia, apply for a \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-onshore\">Partner visa (subclass 820 and 801)\u003C\u002Fa>:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>after you are married\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>before your Prospective Marriage visa ends.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"text":20,"block":21},"How long you can stay","\u003Cp>This is a temporary visa. You can stay in Australia for the period specified on the visa grant letter. This is 9 to 15 months from the visa grant date.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":23,"block":24},"Include family members","\u003Cp>You can include \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">members of the family unit\u003C\u002Fa> in your application when you lodge your visa application. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You can add a \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">dependent child\u003C\u002Fa> after you lodge your application but before we decide on your temporary visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Family members who apply with you must:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>be \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">members of the family unit\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>meet our \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\">health requirement\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>meet our \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter\">character requirement\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>be outside Australia.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>Family members who are not coming to Australia might also have to meet our health and character requirement. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Newborn children\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\n\u003Cp>For information on what to do if your child is born after you apply, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fhad-a-baby\">You had a baby\u003C\u002Fa>. \u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":26,"block":27},"Cost","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"visa-price\">AUD11,710.00\u003C\u002Fspan> for the main applicant. Concessions apply in limited circumstances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>There is also a fee for each family member who applies for the visa with you. We cannot process your application if you do not pay the correct visa application charge. You might also have to pay other costs for health checks, police certificates and \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">biometrics\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To work out how much your visa will cost, including adding additional family members, use the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fvisa-pricing-estimator\">Visa pricing estimator\u003C\u002Fa>. The estimator does not take into account the costs for health checks, police certificates or biometrics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You will also have to pay a fee for your \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-onshore\">Partner visa (subclasses 820 and 801)\u003C\u002Fa>. You pay less for this visa if you marry your prospective spouse and apply for the Partner visa before your Prospective Marriage visa ends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>Cost concession for eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste Partner visa applicants\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>From 1 July 2026, a lower visa cost applies to eligible Pacific Island and Timor-Leste citizens who lodge a valid visa application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>We will charge eligible applicants the lower visa application cost during the application process in \u003Ca aria-label=\"ImmiAccount - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa>. We will recognise eligible applicants when they apply with a valid passport from one of the specified countries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Family members are also eligible for the lower visa cost. We base this on the passport of the primary applicant (or visa holder who satisfies the primary visa criteria).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>The primary applicant must hold a valid passport issued by one of the following countries:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>Federated States of Micronesia\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Fiji\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Kiribati\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Nauru\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Palau\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Papua New Guinea\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Republic of the Marshall Islands\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Samoa\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Solomon Islands\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Timor-Leste\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Tonga\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Tuvalu\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Vanuatu.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"id":16,"text":29,"block":30},"Apply for this visa","\u003Cp>You must be outside of Australia when you apply for this visa. Family who apply with you must also be outside Australia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":32,"block":33},"Your obligations","\u003Cp>You and your family members must meet all visa conditions and obey Australian laws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>See what conditions might be attached to this visa on our \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Fsee-your-visa-conditions?product=300\">visa conditions page\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>Your marriage\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>You must enter Australia on the Prospective Marriage visa before the date specified on your grant letter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You must have married your prospective spouse before your Prospective Marriage visa expires.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You can get married in any country, but your marriage must be valid under Australian law.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>Forced marriage\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Forced marriage is when a person (or both people) gets married without freely and fully consenting. They may be tricked, threatened or pressured into getting married, or they are incapable of understanding the nature and effect of a marriage ceremony, for reasons including age or mental capacity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Forced marriage is a crime in Australia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you or someone you know is in, or at risk of, a forced marriage you can seek help. For more information, see \u003Ca aria-label=\"Attorney-General's website - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ag.gov.au\u002Fcrime\u002Fpeople-smuggling-and-human-trafficking\u002Fforced-marriage\">Forced marriage\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":35,"block":36},"Adequate health insurance","\u003Cp>We recommend you take out health insurance to cover any unforeseen medical treatment you might need while in Australia. Otherwise, you will be personally liable for all your healthcare costs while you are in Australia. Insurance can help limit your financial liability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\u002Fadequate-health-insurance\">adequate health insurance\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Learn more about \u003Ca class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.privatehealth.gov.au\u002Fhealth_insurance\u002Foverseas\u002Findex.htm\">health insurance for overseas visitors.\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>Reciprocal healthcare agreements\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Some countries have a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Australia. Find out more from Services Australia about \u003Ca class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.servicesaustralia.gov.au\u002Fwhen-reciprocal-health-care-agreements-apply-and-you-visit-australia?context=22481\">reciprocal health care agreements.\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":38,"block":39},"Travel ","\u003Cp>You can travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while you hold this visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>First entry arrival date\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are outside Australia at the time of visa grant you must enter Australia before the first entry arrival date (first entry, arrive by) specified in your grant letter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":41,"block":42},"Visa label","\u003Cp>We will digitally link your visa to your passport. You will not get a label in your passport.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":44,"block":45},"Frequently asked questions","\u003Cp>You can find the answers to common questions about this visa at \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fpartner-visa-frequently-asked-questions\" target=\"_blank\">Partner Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",[47,50,52,55,58,61,64,67,70,73,76,79,82],{"text":48,"block":49},"What you can do on this visa","\u003Cp>This visa lets you:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>live, work and study in Australia for 9 to 15 months from date of visa grant\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while your visa is valid.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"text":20,"block":51},"\u003Cp>You can stay in Australia for 9 to 15 months from date of visa grant. To see when your visa expires, refer to your grant letter or use \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Foverview\">VEVO\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":53,"block":54},"What you must do on this visa","\u003Cp>You and your family members must meet all visa conditions and obey Australian laws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Check your visa details and conditions using \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Fcheck-conditions-online\">VEVO\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you and your spouse want to settle in Australia, you should apply for a \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-onshore\">Partner visa (subclass 820 and 801)\u003C\u002Fa> after your marriage and before your Prospective Marriage visa expires. You will pay less for the Partner visa if you apply for it before your Prospective Marriage visa ends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":56,"block":57},"Travel on your visa","\u003Cp>You can travel to and from Australia as many times as you want whilst your visa is valid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>First entry arrival date\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are outside Australia at the time of visa grant, you must enter Australia before the first entry arrival date (first entry, arrive by) specified in your grant letter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You can travel to Australia with an expired first entry arrival date if your visa is still valid. Your visa may still be subject to cancellation before arrival or at the border.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To see if your visa is still valid, use \u003Ca aria-label=\"VEVO - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Fevo\u002FfirstParty?actionType=query\">VEVO\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":59,"block":60},"New Zealand passport holders","\u003Cp>If an immigration officer processes your clearance at our border, we recommend you tell them:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>you have a Prospective Marriage visa\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>you do not want a Special Category visa (subclass 444).\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>If you do not tell them, you might be granted a 444 visa. Grant of a subclass 444 visa will override your Prospective Marriage visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":62,"block":63},"Do not get another visa","\u003Cp>As a subclass 300 visa holder, you are eligible to pay a lower visa application charge for the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-onshore\u002Fpermanent-801\">Partner visa (subclasses 820 and 801)\u003C\u002Fa> application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are granted any other visa, the new visa will replace your subclass 300 visa. This means you may need to pay a higher visa application charge when you apply for the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-onshore\u002Fpermanent-801\">Partner visa (subclasses 820 and 801)\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":65,"block":66},"Prove you have a visa","\u003Cp>To prove you have a visa and show your conditions to someone, use \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Foverview\">VEVO\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Australian visas are digital. We do not put a visa label in your passport. Instead, we link your digital visa record to your passport.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Your visa number is contained in your visa grant letter. Use this number to access your digital visa record in \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Falready-have-a-visa\u002Fcheck-visa-details-and-conditions\u002Foverview\">VEVO\u003C\u002Fa>. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Your digital visa record is also used by:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>airlines to check your visa before you board your flight\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Australian government agencies to check your identity and visa conditions\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>employers, banks or other registered organisations to check your visa conditions. \u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"id":16,"text":68,"block":69},"Working","\u003Cp>With this visa you will have full work rights and are protected by Australian workplace law. See your \u003Ca class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fairwork.gov.au\u002Ftools-and-resources\u002Ffact-sheets\u002Frights-and-obligations\u002Fvisa-holders-and-migrant-workers-workplace-rights-and-entitlements\">workplace rights and entitlements\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":71,"block":72},"Studying","\u003Cp>With this visa you will be able to study in Australia. However you will not receive any government support and any study costs will be at your own expense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":74,"block":75},"Bring a family member","\u003Cp>You cannot add family members to your visa application after we grant your Prospective Marriage visa subclass 300.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To find a visa for a family member, \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-finder\">explore visa options\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>Newborn children\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>If you have a baby after you have been granted this visa, you need to let us know. For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fhad-a-baby\">You had a baby\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":77,"block":78},"If your relationship ends","\u003Cp>Depending on your situation you may need to complete the Notification of Relationship Cessation form in ImmiAccount. To confirm, check \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Frelationship-ended\">Your relationship has changed\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>Your online safety\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>To ensure your personal safety online we recommend that you:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>change your \u003Ca aria-label=\"ImmiAccount website - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa> password as soon as possible\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>do not use saved passwords to access your ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>change your email password or consider setting up a new email account.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>To see how you can increase your personal safety you can use the \u003Ca aria-label=\"eSafety Commissioner's online safety checklist - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.esafety.gov.au\u002Fkey-issues\u002Fdomestic-family-violence\u002Fonline-safety-planning\u002Fonline-safety-checklist\">eSafety Commissioner’s online safety checklist\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you do not have access to ImmiAccount, you can notify us using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You may still be eligible for the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-onshore\u002Ftemporary-820\">Partner visa (subclasses 820 and 801)\u003C\u002Fa> if your relationship ends or your partner dies. All information you provide is confidential.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You must be in Australia to apply for the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-onshore\u002Ftemporary-820\">Partner visa (subclasses 820 and 801)\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are experiencing domestic and family violence, we may be able to help you. You may still be eligible for the grant of your temporary and permanent visa. For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fdomestic-family-violence-and-your-visa\u002Ffamily-violence-provisions\">Domestic and family violence and your visa\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":80,"block":81},"Tell us if your details have changed","\u003Cp>See here for changes to your \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fcontact-details\">contact details, address\u003C\u002Fa> or \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fpassport-details\">passport\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"id":16,"text":83,"block":84},"Tell us if things change","\u003Cp>You must tell us about:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>the birth of a child\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>any other changes relevant to your application.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>See what to do if there is a \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\">change in your situation\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you do not have access to ImmiAccount you can let us know by completing the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",[86,91,95,99,103,107,111,114,118,122],{"title":87,"criteria":88,"subTitle":89,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Not had a visa cancelled or an application refused",[],"\u003Cp>We will consider your immigration history when we make a decision on your application, which means you might not be eligible for this visa if you have had a visa cancelled or refused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>In some circumstances you may still apply for a permanent visa if you have had a visa cancelled or an application refused, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fentering-and-leaving-australia\u002Fentering-australia\u002Fcan-i-go-to-australia\u002Fre-entry-ban\">Can I go to Australia\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you want immigration assistance, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview\">Who can help with your visa application\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",true,{"title":92,"criteria":93,"subTitle":94,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Be outside Australia when you apply",[],"\u003Cp>You must be outside Australia when you apply for this visa. Family who apply with you must also be outside Australia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":96,"criteria":97,"subTitle":98,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Have a sponsor",[],"\u003Cp>You and anyone who applies for the visa with you must have a sponsor when you lodge your application and while you are on this visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Your sponsor is your prospective spouse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You and your prospective spouse must have met in person as adults since turning 18, and are known to each other personally at the time you apply for this visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>We must approve your sponsor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Your sponsor should apply to sponsor you as soon as possible after you apply for this visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Select the ‘For Sponsors’ switch at the top of this page for information about sponsorship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":100,"criteria":101,"subTitle":102,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Be the right age ",[],"\u003Cp>You and your sponsor must be 18 years old or older when you apply for this visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":104,"criteria":105,"subTitle":106,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Meet relationship requirements",[],"\u003Cp>In most cases, your prospective spouse must be an:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>Australian citizen\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Australian \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">permanent resident\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">eligible New Zealand citizen\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>Your relationship can be with someone of the same or different sex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":108,"criteria":109,"subTitle":110,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Meet our health requirement",[],"\u003Cp>You and any family members who apply for the visa with you must meet our \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\">health requirement\u003C\u002Fa>. We might ask for health information about family not coming to Australia with you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":112,"subTitle":113,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Meet our character requirement","\u003Cp>You and any family members aged 16 years and over who apply for the visa with you must meet our \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter\">character requirements\u003C\u002Fa>. We might ask for character information about family not coming to Australia with you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":115,"criteria":116,"subTitle":117,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Have no debt to the Australian Government",[],"\u003Cp>If you or any family members owe the Australian government money, it must have been paid back or arranged to be paid back. This may include family members who do not accompany you to Australia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"title":119,"criteria":120,"subTitle":121,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Sign the Australian values statement",[],"\u003Cp>You and any family members who apply with you who are 18 years of age or older must:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>have read, or had explained, the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Faustralian-values\">Life in Australia booklet\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>sign an Australian Values Statement that confirms you will respect the Australian way of life and obey Australian laws.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"title":123,"criteria":124,"subTitle":125,"collapsed":90,"description":6},"Best interests of the child",[],"\u003Cp>We might not grant this visa if it is not in the best interests of an applicant under 18.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",[127,137,170,178,243],{"id":128,"steps":129,"title":134,"subTitle":135,"collapsed":90,"description":6,"hasCustomButton":136,"customButtonLink":6,"customButtonText":6},1,[130],{"steps":131,"title":132,"subTitle":133,"collapsed":90,"description":6},[],"Get help with your application","\u003Cp>You can appoint anyone to receive correspondence relating to your visa application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To appoint someone to receive your correspondence, use \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956a.pdf\">Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient (301KB PDF)\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you need help with your application, you can appoint someone to give you immigration assistance. A person who gives you immigration assistance can:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>discuss your application with us\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>give us information\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>send and receive correspondence about your application.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>We treat any correspondence they send as if it came from you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you appoint someone to give you immigration assistance they must be:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>a \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fusing-a-migration-agent\">registered migration agent\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>a \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fusing-a-legal-practitioner\">legal practitioner\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>an \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Fexempt-person\">exempt person\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>To appoint someone to provide immigration assistance, use \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956.pdf\">Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person (225KB PDF)\u003C\u002Fa> .\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\">who can help you with your application\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","Before you apply","\u003Cp>There are things you need to know and might need to do before you apply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",false,{"id":138,"steps":139,"title":168,"subTitle":169,"collapsed":90,"description":6,"hasCustomButton":136,"customButtonText":6,"customButtonlink":6},2,[140,144,164],{"steps":141,"title":142,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":143},[],"Identity documents","\u003Cp>Provide a birth certificate showing the names of both parents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you cannot provide this, provide one of the following:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>Identification pages of a family book showing the names of both parents.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Identification pages of an identification document issued by the government.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Identification pages of a court-issued document that proves your identity.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Identification pages of a family census register.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>Also provide:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>the pages of your current passport showing your photo, personal details and issue and expiry dates\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>a national identity card, if you have one\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>proof of change of name, if applicable, such as:\n\t\u003Cul>\n\t\t\u003Cli>a marriage or divorce certificate\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>change of name documents from an Australian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages, or the relevant overseas authority\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>documents that show other names you have been known by.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003C\u002Ful>\n\t\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"steps":145,"title":162,"subTitle":163,"collapsed":90,"description":6},[146,150,154,158],{"steps":147,"title":148,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":149},[],"Your relationship with your prospective spouse","\u003Cp>You must provide statements from 2 witnesses who:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>are 18 years or older\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>know you and your prospective spouse\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>know about your relationship.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>Statements from witnesses can be done by completing \u003Ca data-getfilesize=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F888.pdf\" href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F888.pdf\">Form 888 – Supporting statement in relation to a Partner or Prospective Marriage visa application\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If the witness is an Australian citizen or permanent resident, provide evidence of this, such as a passport or birth certificate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Also provide other evidence of your relationship such as:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>evidence that you and your prospective spouse have met face-to-face as adults since turning 18 and know each other personally\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>evidence (such as a letter from the person who will officiate at the wedding) that you will marry your prospective spouse within 9 months of being granted the visa\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>evidence that you and your prospective spouse genuinely intend to live as spouses\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>written statements showing the history of your relationship, such as:\n\t\u003Cul>\n\t\t\u003Cli>how, when and where you first met\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>how your relationship developed\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>when you got engaged\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>what you do together\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>significant events in the relationship\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>your future plans as spouses.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003C\u002Ful>\n\t\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"steps":151,"title":152,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":153},[],"Former relationships","\u003Cp>If you have previously been married, widowed, divorced or permanently separated, provide divorce documents, death certificates, separation documents or statutory declarations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":155,"title":156,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":157},[],"Dependants under 18","\u003Cp>For each of the \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">members of the family unit\u003C\u002Fa> under 18 years old applying with you, provide:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>identity documents\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>evidence of your relationship with your dependant, like a birth or marriage certificate\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\u002Fwhat-health-examinations-you-need\">health examinations\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter\">character documents\u003C\u002Fa>, if the dependant is 16 or 17 years of age\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>adoption papers or parental court orders, if applicable\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>evidence of enrolment at school, college or university, if applicable\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>evidence of sole custody, if applicable.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Parental responsibility documents\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You must get consent for any applicant under 18 years of age to migrate to Australia from anyone who:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>has a legal right to decide where the child lives and\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>is not coming to Australia with the child.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>They must complete \u003Ca data-getfilesize=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1229.pdf\" href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1229.pdf\">Form 1229 Consent form to grant an Australian visa to a child under the age of 18 years\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Include:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>an identity document that shows the signature and photo of the person who completed the form, such as a passport or driver’s licence\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>adoption papers or other court documents, if applicable.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>Alternatively, you can show us one of the following:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>An Australian court order that allows your child to migrate to Australia\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>That the laws of the child's home country allow them to leave their home country permanently.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"steps":159,"title":160,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":161},[],"Dependants over 18","\u003Cp>To include \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">members of the family unit\u003C\u002Fa> who are over 18 in your visa application, they must be:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>between the ages of 18 and 23, and dependent on you or your partner\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>over 23 years of age and unable to earn a living to support themselves due to physical or cognitive limitations and dependent on you or your partner.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>Provide:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>identity documents\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>documents about their other relationships, if applicable\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>health examinations\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fcharacter\">character documents\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>You must also provide evidence the child is dependent on you. This includes the following:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>Evidence of your relationship with the dependent such as a birth certificate or adoption papers.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Evidence of financial dependence such as bank statements, money transfers and rent receipts.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>A completed \u003Ca data-getfilesize=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F47a.pdf\" href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F47a.pdf\">Form 47a Details of a child or other dependent family member aged 18 years or over\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>If the child is aged 23 or is likely to turn 23 while your application is being processed, you must also provide a report from a qualified medical practitioner. This report should state that they are dependent on you or your partner due to the total or partial loss of their bodily or mental functions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","Evidence of relationships","\u003Cp>You need to attach to your application, evidence of:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>your relationship with your prospective spouse\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>any former relationships\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>any dependants you have.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n",{"steps":165,"title":166,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":167},[],"Prepare your documents","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Translate\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Have all documents translated into English.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Provide original and translated documents in your application. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Translators in Australia must be accredited by the \u003Ca class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.naati.com.au\u002F\">National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Translators outside Australia do not have to be accredited. But on each translation, they must include their:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>full name\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>address and telephone number\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>qualifications and experience in the language they are translating.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>These details must be in English.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Scan or photograph\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Scan or photograph all documents (English and non-English) in colour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>The scans and photos must be clear enough to read.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If a document is more than one page, save it all as one file.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You \u003Cstrong>do not\u003C\u002Fstrong> need to have any documents certified.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","Gather and prepare your documents","\u003Cp>You should provide all required information with your application, or as soon as possible after lodging your application. Applications with all required information reduce processing delays.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You have the option to obtain your police certificates before you apply. However for immigration purposes, police certificates are valid for 12 months from the issue date.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If more than 15 months has passed since your National Police certificate (NPC) was issued by the Australian Federal Police (AFP), new checks will be required to progress your application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Ensure that all information you provide is accurate. As a visa applicant, you must prove your identity and provide true information with your application. For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fproviding-accurate-information\">Providing accurate information\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Your sponsor should apply to sponsor you as soon as possible after you apply for this visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Select the 'For Sponsors' switch at the top of this page for information about sponsorship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":171,"title":176,"subTitle":177,"collapsed":90,"description":6},[172],{"steps":173,"title":174,"subTitle":175,"collapsed":90,"description":6},[],"How to apply","\u003Col>\n\t\u003Cli>Login or create an \u003Ca class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Select ‘New application’.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Select ‘Family’.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Select ‘Stage 1 – Partner or Prospective Marriage Visa’.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\">Attach documents\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\u002Fhow-to-pay\">Pay the application charge\u003C\u002Fa>. We will not process your application until you pay.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Note the Transaction Reference Number (TRN). Your sponsor will need the TRN to apply for sponsorship.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>\n\n\u003Cp>Select the ‘For Sponsors’ switch at the top of this page for information on how to apply as a sponsor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Attach a document only once, even if you are using it to show more than one thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Clearly label your documents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You can attach up to 100 documents for each person on your application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>The attachment limit cannot be increased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you reach the attachment limit for an applicant, you can attach more documents to other clients on the application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\">Applying online in ImmiAccount \u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Frequently asked questions\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>A list of common questions and answers is available at \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fpartner-visa-frequently-asked-questions\">Partner Visa Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","Apply for the visa","\u003Cp>You must apply:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>online, and\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>while outside Australia.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Ch3>Using our website and protections to your privacy\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>We take our obligation to protect your privacy seriously. We provide a secure online environment, but you can do more to ensure your personal safety online:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>Make sure you give us your contact details when you apply for your visa and \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fcontact-details\">tell us if they have changed\u003C\u002Fa>. We may need to contact you directly even if you have:\n\n\t\u003Cul>\n\t\t\u003Cli>nominated your sponsor’s email address for all electronic correspondence\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>appointed your sponsor or someone else to receive your correspondence as your authorised recipient\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\t\u003Cli>appointed someone to give you immigration assistance.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003C\u002Ful>\n\t\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Protect your \u003Ca aria-label=\"ImmiAccount website - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa>, email account and passwords. Don’t share them with anyone.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information see \u003Ca aria-label=\"Home Affairs - Using our website - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Faccess-and-accountability\u002Fusing-our-website\u002Foverview\">Using our website\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":179,"title":241,"subTitle":242,"collapsed":90,"description":6},[180,184,188,192,196,200,204,208,212,216,218,222,225,229,233,237],{"steps":181,"title":182,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":183},[],"Be sponsored","\u003Cp>You and anyone who applies for the visa with you must have a sponsor when you lodge your application and when you are on this visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>After you apply for this visa, give your sponsor your Transaction Reference Number (TRN) or application ID. Your sponsor can then apply to sponsor you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Select the ‘For Sponsors’ switch at the top of this page for information about sponsorship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":185,"title":186,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":187},[],"Organise health examinations","\u003Cp>You need to have health examinations. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To organise your health examinations, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\u002Fwhat-health-examinations-you-need\">What health examinations you need\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>We cannot grant you a visa unless you have a valid health assessment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>The results of your health assessment are valid for 12 months from the time you completed your examinations. If we ask you to sign a health undertaking, this will be valid for 6 months.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Before deciding when to complete your health examinations, you should refer to the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times\">Visa processing times\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information on health requirements and examinations, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fmeeting-our-requirements\u002Fhealth\u002Fwhat-health-examinations-you-need\">Health\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":189,"title":190,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":191},[],"Character documents","\u003Cp>To show that you meet our character requirements you need to provide:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>a police certificate from every country where you spent a total of 12 months or more during the last 10 years since you turned 16\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>military service records or discharge papers if you served in the armed forces of any country.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>For immigration purposes, police certificates are valid for 12 months from the issue date.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To get a police certificate, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fcontact-us\u002Foffices-and-locations\u002Foffices-outside-australia\">Offices outside Australia\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Complete and attach to your application \u003Ca data-getfilesize=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F80.pdf\" href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F80.pdf\">Form 80 Personal particulars for assessment including character assessment\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Australian police certificate\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Provide an Australian police certificate if you have spent a total of 12 months or more in Australia in the last 10 years since you turned 16.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>We only accept complete disclosure National Police Certificates issued by the Australian Federal Police. We do not accept standard disclosure certificates or national police certificates issued by Australian state or territory police.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To get an Australian police certificate see \u003Ca class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.afp.gov.au\u002Fwhat-we-do\u002Fservices\u002Fcriminal-records\u002Fnational-police-checks\">National Police Checks.\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":193,"title":194,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":195},[],"Status updates","\u003Cp>To help ensure your application is processed as quickly as possible, attach all necessary supporting documents to your application. The checklist provided on ImmiAccount will help make sure you include all required documents in your application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If your application is within standard processing times, \u003Cstrong>do not\u003C\u002Fstrong> contact us. We cannot provide any further updates on your application's progress. You can see if we have asked for more information in \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>To see standard processing times for this visa see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-processing-times\u002Fglobal-visa-processing-times\">Global processing times\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You can find the answers to common questions about this visa at \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fpartner-visa-frequently-asked-questions\">Partner Program Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":197,"title":198,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":199},[],"Travel","\u003Cp>Do not arrange to travel to Australia until we let you know, in writing, that we have granted you the subclass 300 visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":201,"title":202,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":203},[],"Biometrics ","\u003Cp>We will tell you if you need to provide \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">biometrics\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":205,"title":206,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":207},[],"Attach more information","\u003Cp>If you did not attach all documents when you applied, attach them in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Fola\u002Fapp\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa> as soon as you can.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>We might ask you to provide more information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information on attaching documents in ImmiAccount see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Ftools\u002Fimmiaccount\">Applying online or paper\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are unable to upload the relevant documents to you application in ImmiAccount, you need to contact us using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":209,"title":210,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":211},[],"Add family members","\u003Cp>You can add a \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">dependent child\u003C\u002Fa> to your application before we decide on your visa. Your child must be outside Australia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Complete and attach to your application in ImmiAccount \u003Ca data-getfilesize=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1436.pdf\" href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F1436.pdf\">Form 1436 - Adding an additional applicant after lodgement\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>After you have attached the form, let us know by using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>We can grant your child the subclass 300 visa if they are \u003Ca class=\"clickbot-glossary\">members of the family unit\u003C\u002Fa>, and meet all other criteria for grant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":213,"title":214,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":215},[],"Newborn children","\u003Cp>If you have a baby, you will need to let us know. For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\u002Fhad-a-baby\">You had a baby\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>After you have updated ImmiAccount, let us know by using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":217,"title":80,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":81},[],{"steps":219,"title":83,"subTitle":220,"collapsed":90,"description":221},[],"\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n","\u003Cp>Tell us if things change after you apply but before we have made a decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Things you need to let us know about include:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>the birth of a child\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>any other changes relevant to your application\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>a request to withdraw your application.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fchange-in-situation\">Change in your situation.\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are unable to upload the relevant documents to your application in ImmiAccount, you need to contact us using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":223,"title":77,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":224},[],"\u003Cp>Complete the Notification of Relationship Cessation form in the ‘Update Details’ tab in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch4>Your online safety\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\n\u003Cp>To ensure your personal safety online we recommend that you:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>change your \u003Ca aria-label=\"ImmiAccount website - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Flusc\u002Flogin\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa> password as soon as possible\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>do not use saved passwords to access your ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>change your email password or consider setting up a new email account.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>To see how you can increase your personal safety you can use the \u003Ca aria-label=\"eSafety Commissioner's online safety checklist - External link\" class=\"external\" href=\"http:\u002F\u002Fwww.esafety.gov.au\u002Fkey-issues\u002Fdomestic-family-violence\u002Fonline-safety-planning\u002Fonline-safety-checklist\">eSafety Commissioner’s online safety checklist\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are having trouble completing the ImmiAccount form, complete the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":226,"title":227,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":228},[],"If you marry","\u003Cp>If you get married before we decide on your visa application, you are no longer eligible for this visa. To tell us about this change:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Col>\n\t\u003Cli>Sign into \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fonline.immi.gov.au\u002Fola\u002Fapp\">ImmiAccount\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Go to the 'Update details' tab\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>Click on the 'Change in situation' option.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>\n\n\u003Cp>You will also need to attach the following to your application:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>evidence that your marriage is valid (registered marriage certificate issued by the relevant legal authority)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>a request to be considered for a \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-offshore\u002Fprovisional-309\">Partner (Provisional) visa (subclass 309)\u003C\u002Fa>and \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fpartner-offshore\u002Fmigrant-100\">Partner (Migrant) visa (subclass 100)\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>a statement telling us you want to withdraw your Prospective Marriage visa application.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>After you have updated ImmiAccount, let us know by using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you do not withdraw your application, it will be refused as you no longer meet the eligibility requirements for the visa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":230,"title":231,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":232},[],"Stay lawful","\u003Cp>If you travel to Australia on a visa while your Prospective Marriage visa is in progress, you are responsible for ensuring that you continue to hold a valid visa for the duration of your stay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":234,"title":235,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":236},[],"No longer need help with your application","\u003Cp>Let us know if you no longer want someone to:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>receive your correspondence - complete \u003Ca data-getfilesize=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956a.pdf\" href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956a.pdf\">Form 956A Appointment or withdrawal of an authorised recipient\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>provide immigration advice - complete \u003Ca data-getfilesize=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956.pdf\" href=\"\u002Fform-listing\u002Fforms\u002F956.pdf\">Form 956 Appointment of a registered migration agent, legal practitioner or exempt person\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>After you have attached the form to ImmiAccount, let us know by using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>For more information see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fwho-can-help-with-your-application\u002Foverview\">Who can help you with your application\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":238,"title":239,"subTitle":6,"collapsed":90,"description":240},[],"Mistakes on your application ","\u003Cp>Let us know as soon as you can if you have made a mistake on your application. For more information, see \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fapplying-online-or-on-paper\u002Fonline\u002Fafter-you-apply\">After you apply\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you are unable to update your application in ImmiAccount, you need to contact us using the \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fhelp-support\u002Fdepartmental-forms\u002Fonline-forms\u002Fpartner-processing-enquiry-form\">Partner Processing Enquiry Form\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","After you apply","\u003Cp>We will let you know when we have received your application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"steps":244,"title":245,"subTitle":246,"collapsed":90,"description":247},[],"Visa outcome","\u003Cp>You can be in or outside Australia when we decide your visa application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>We will tell you our decision in writing. Keep a copy of the decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If we grant your visa, we will tell you:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>your visa grant number\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>the date your visa starts\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>your visa conditions.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>If we refuse your visa, we will tell you:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\t\u003Cli>why we refused the visa\u003C\u002Fli>\n\t\u003Cli>if you have a right to a review of the decision.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>We will not refund the application fee if we refuse your application.\u003C\u002Fp>\n","\u003Cp>New step description\u003C\u002Fp>",{"percent25":249,"percent50":250,"percent75":251,"percent90":252,"percent25Text":253,"percent50Text":254,"percent75Text":255,"percent90Text":256},329,423,674,872,"11 Months","14 Months","22 Months","29 Months",[],[259,260],"stay in Australia for 9 to 15 months from your visa grant date","work and study in Australia.","familyPartner",[263],{"Onshore":264,"BasePrice":9,"StreamCode":6,"Over18Price":265,"ProductCode":266,"Under18Price":267,"SubsequentPrice":268,"NonInternetPrice":268,"VisaSubclassCode":4},"false","AUD5,860.00","4094","AUD2,935.00","N\u002FA","https:\u002F\u002Fimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au\u002Fvisas\u002Fgetting-a-visa\u002Fvisa-listing\u002Fprospective-marriage-300","2026-08-08T22:09:00.800Z",1786354965530]