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Australia Hikes Visa Application Charges from July 2025
Australia Hikes Visa Application Charges from July 2025
Australia Increases Visa Application Charges from 1 July 2025
As of 1 July 2025, the Australian Government has officially updated the Visa Application Charges (VAC) for most visa subclasses. These changes reflect the annual CPI (Consumer Price Index) adjustment, typically around 3%, and are rounded to the nearest AU$5. However, some categories especially the Student Visa have seen increases well above the CPI benchmark.
This update is significant for prospective migrants, students, and sponsoring employers planning to lodge applications under various subclasses in the 2025–2026 financial year.
Key Visa Fee Changes for 2025–26:
Student Visa (Subclass 500)
Previous Fee (2024–25): AU$1,600/
Increase of 25% — this is the most significant jump and could impact budgeting for international students.
Partner Visas (Subclasses 820/801 & 309/100)
Previous Fee: AU$9,095/
This category saw a standard CPI-based increase.
Skilled Visas (Subclasses 189, 190 & 491)
Previous Fee: AU$4,765/
This includes the popular General Skilled Migration (GSM) pathway.
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482 - TSS)
Previous Fee: AU$3,115/
Often used by employers sponsoring overseas workers.
Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)
Previous Fee: AU$4,770/
For employers nominating skilled workers for permanent residency.
What This Means for Applicants?
If you're planning to apply for an Australian visa soon, these fee increases are important to consider especially if you're in the education or skilled migration categories.The Student Visa fee increase of AU$400 may affect many prospective students who are budgeting for tuition, living expenses, and other costs.
How Vagmi Journey Can Help?
At Vagmi Journey, we monitor these regulatory changes closely to help our clients plan effectively. Whether you're a student preparing for your next intake, a skilled worker aiming for PR, or an employer looking to sponsor overseas talent, we provide up-to-date guidance and personalized visa planning.
