Australian visa application charges increased from 1 July 2026.
For many applicants, this means lodging a visa application now costs more than it did before the new financial year. Before submitting an application or making payment, applicants should check the current government fee and understand the total cost involved.
Updated Visa Application Charges from 1 July 2026
| Visa category | Subclass | Fee before 1 July 2026 | Fee from 1 July 2026 |
| Student visa | 500 | $2,000 | $2,500 |
| Student visa, ELICOS or eligible concessional applicants | 500 | $2,000 | $2,050 |
| Temporary Graduate visa | 485 | $4,600 | $5,750 |
| Skills in Demand visa | 482 | $3,210 | $4,015 |
| Employer Nomination Scheme visa | 186 | $4,910 | $6,140 |
| Skilled Independent visa | 189 | $4,910 | $6,135 |
| Skilled Nominated visa | 190 | $4,910 | $6,140 |
| Skilled Work Regional visa | 491 | $4,910 | $6,140 |
| Partner visa, onshore | 820 / 801 | $9,365 | $11,710 |
| Partner visa, offshore | 309 / 100 | $9,365 | $11,710 |
| Prospective Marriage visa | 300 | $9,365 | $11,710 |
| Visitor visa, tourist stream outside Australia | 600 | $200 | $250 |
| Visitor visa, tourist stream inside Australia | 600 | $500 | $630 |
| Bridging Visa B | 020 | $190 | $575 |
| Resident Return Visa | 155 / 157 | $490 | $1,475 |
These figures are base visa application charges for the main applicant only. Additional applicant charges, second instalments, nomination or sponsorship charges, card surcharges and other costs may also apply depending on the visa subclass and the applicant’s circumstances.
Visa fees are only one part of the cost
Applicants should also remember that the visa application charge is not always the only cost involved.
Depending on the visa, other expenses may include:
Health examinations
Police checks
English language tests
Skills assessments
Document translations
Nomination or sponsorship charges
Professional fees, where legal assistance is required
Before lodging any visa application, applicants should check the current fee, confirm the eligibility requirements and make sure the application is supported by the correct evidence.
Need help checking your visa pathway or application requirements?
Crownmark Lawyers assists visa applicants and employers across Australia with immigration matters.
We offer fixed-fee assistance, with the principal handling each file. Whether you are starting your immigration journey, responding to a change in fees, or checking your next visa pathway, our team can guide you through the process.
This article is general information about Australian immigration law and is current as at June 2026. It is not legal advice and does not take account of your particular circumstances. For advice on your situation, please contact us or another qualified immigration practitioner.
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