All fees and charges are listed in Australian dollars (AUD). Charges for Prospective Spouse Temporary Visas are subject to adjustment at any time. Visa Application Charges are adjusted on July 1st of each year and this may increase the overall cost of a visa.
The initial Visa Application Charge must be paid at the time the visa application is filed with the Australian government. Australian Government Visa Application Charges, as of October, 2009:
Prospective Spouse – Sponsored (Temporary) visa (subclass 300)
$1705.00 AUD
Other Related Costs
There are professional fees associated with the representation of you in your visa application process, as well as other miscellaneous expenses associated with your application such as: skills assessments, medical examinations, police clearances, fees charged by various registrars and/or clerks for obtaining your personal documents like birth or marriage certificates, and postage / courier costs for mailing your documents.
The certification of your documents can also be a significant expense and if you are represented by Australian Visas Now, your Attorney/Registered Migration Agent will certify your documents for you (no additional fees) as part of our client service, when appropriate.
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How long does it take to process a Prospective Spouse Visa?
Visa applicants should usually expect the average application processing time of approximately 4 months. The Prospective Spouse Visa may be processed in several weeks, particularly if your wedding date is close.
The processing time varies greatly from case to case depending on personal circumstances, your country of citizenship, and the quality of your supporting documentation. We would consider 3 to 9 months to be a realistic estimate for applicants.