INTRO TO VISA

The subclass 300 is an offshore temporary residence partner visa. This visa is a single visa that does not have an automatic second stage. The 300 is only a temporary visa but is a pathway for holders to gain their permanent visa.

ABOUT THIS VISA

A Subclass 300 visa application can be lodged only if you qualify with the following:

  • You must intend to marry an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or an eligible New Zealand citizen
  • You must be outside Australia when you apply for the visa
  • You and your Sponsor must be 18 years of age or older
  • You must be sponsored by your future spouse
  • You must have met in person since turning 18 years
  • You must be married within the visa period
AFTER GRANT

Once granted, the applicant must enter Australia by a specified date, and must be married within the period of the visa. Once married the applicant then has the ability to lodge an 820/801 visa onshore.