The Department of Home Affairs, Australia has confirmed that visa application charges will increase starting 1 July 2025. These changes affect a wide range of visa subclasses, including Partner, Student, Visitor, and Skilled Migration visas. Most fees are rising by 3% in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI), with some notable exceptions.
💰 Revised Visa Application Fees
| VISA | REVISED FEES |
| Partner Visa (subclass 820/801 or 309/100) | $ 9,365 AUD |
| Student Visa (subclass 500) | $ 2,000 AUD (previously $1,600) |
| Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417) | $ 670 AUD |
| Visitor Visa (subclass 600) | Offshore – $ 200 AUD | Onshore – $ 500 AUD |
| Temporary Skill Shortage – TSS (subclass 482) | $ 3,210 AUD |
| Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) | $ 4,910 AUD |
| Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) – subclass 494 | $ 4,910 AUD |
| Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) | $ 4,910 AUD |
| Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) | $ 4,910 AUD |
| National Innovation Visa (subclass 858) | $ 4,910 AUD |
| Training visa (subclass 407) | $ 430 AUD |
⚠️ What This Means for You
These fee hikes could impact your visa planning and budget. If your application is ready, it may be wise to submit it before 1 July 2025 to avoid the increased costs. This is especially important for:
Visitors applying onshore or planning longer stays
Couples applying for Partner visas
Students preparing to study in Australia
Skilled workers and employers under the 482, 186, and 494 visa programs
Why Are Visa Fees Increasing?
The Australian government adjusts visa application charges annually, usually in line with indexation.
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