The Australian Government has announced an update to visa application charges (VAC) effective July 1st, 2024. While most visa subclasses will see a marginal increase, the cost of securing a student visa has significantly risen. The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) usually reviews and updates visa application fees once a year, coinciding with the start of the program year on July 1st.
Fees Increased Across Most Subclasses
For international students, the application fee has increased significantly, i.e. jumping from $710 to $1,600. This substantial hike reflects the government's stated goal of "increasing the value of education in Australia." The additional revenue will reportedly fund initiatives within the education and migration sectors.
Let’s take a look at the fee increased for key visa subclasses of Australia.
| Visa Type | Fees Before 1st July | From 1 July 2024 |
| General Skilled Migration (Subclass 189, 190, 491, 494) | $4,640 | $4765 |
| Student and Guardian (Subclass 500 & 590) | $710 | $1600 |
| Graduate Temporary Subclass 485 | $1,895 | $1920 |
| Partner (Subclass 300, 820/801, 309/100) | $8,850 | $9,095 |
| Parent (Contributory) first instalment | $420 – $4,765 | $430 to $4,895 |
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| The Second Visa Application charge for the Contributory Parent visa (143 visa) will remain the same |
| TSS – STSOL (Subclass 482) | $1,455 | $1,495 |
| TSS – MLTSSL (Subclass 482) | $3,035 | $3,115 |
| ENS/RSMS (Subclass 186, 187) | $4,640 | $4,770 |
| Business Migration (Subclass 188A, 188B) | $9,450 | $9,710 |
| Significant Investor Visa (SIV) (188C) | $13,860 | $14,240 |
| Visitor Visa (Subclass 600) – applying onshore | $475 | $490 |
| Citizenship Application (By Conferral) | $540 | $560 |
Other visa subclasses have also seen adjustments
- The fees for General Skilled Migration visas (subclasses 189, 190, 491, and 494) have increased from $4,640 to $4,765.
- Partner visas (subclasses 300, 820/801, 309/100) is now stands at $9,095, up from $8,850.
The Department of Home Affairs has not yet provided a detailed breakdown of the increased charges for all visa subclasses. However, it's recommended that anyone planning to apply for an Australian visa after July 1st, 2024, consult the official website for the latest fee schedule or may write to Visas Avenue at info@visasavenue.com for latest fee status. This will ensure they have accurate cost information before submitting their application.
It's important to note that these charges are separate from any potential healthcare costs or other expenses associated with migration.
The Australian government's stated goal of using the additional revenue to improve education and migration systems remains to be seen. It's advisable for potential applicants to carefully consider the new fee structure when planning their visa applications for Australia.
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To know more details or to apply for relevant visa in Australia this year, you may get in touch with Visas Avenue Australia Migration Expert on Toll-Free No. 78-18-000-777 or you can drop us an e-mail at info@visasavenue.com.
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