VISA FEES INCREASE – July 1st 2025

From July 1st, 2025 (from new financial year 2025-2026), visa application fees in Australia have gone up. Whether you’re applying for a partner visa, student visa, or skilled migration, it’s important to factor in these updated costs as you plan your move!

Here a breakdown of cost increase for each visa

Partner Visas (309/100, 300, 820/801)

• Main applicant: $9,095 → $9,365
• Additional applicant (18+): $4,550 → $4,685
• Additional applicant (under 18): $2,280 → $2,345

Skilled Migration Visas (189, 190, 491, 494)

• Main applicant: $4,765–$4,770 → $4,910
• Additional applicant (18+): $2,385 → $2,455
• Additional applicant (under 18): $1,190–$1,195 → $1,230

Employer Sponsored Visas

Temporary Skill Shortage (Subclass 482)

• Main applicant: $3,115 → $3,210
• Additional applicant (18+): $3,115 → $3,210
• Additional applicant (under 18): $780 → $805

Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)

• Main applicant: $4,770 → $4,910
• Additional applicant (18+): $2,385 → $2,455
• Additional applicant (under 18): $1,190–$1,195 → $1,230

Student Visas (Subclass 500)

• Primary applicant: $1,600 → $2,000
• Secondary applicant (over 18): $1,190 → $1,225
• Secondary applicant (under 18): $390 → $400

⚠️ This is one of the largest increases this year — a 25% jump for primary student visa applicants.

Graduate Visas (Subclass 485)

• Primary applicant: $2,235 → $2,300
• Secondary applicant (over 18): $1,115 → $1,150
• Secondary applicant (under 18): $560 → $580

Working Holiday Visa (WHV)

• Application fee: $650 → $670

Subclass 461 – New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship

• Primary applicant: $430 → $445
• Secondary applicant (over 18): $220 → $225
• Secondary applicant (under 18): $105 → $110

Bridging Visa B (BVB)

• Application fee: $185 → $190

A minor increase, but essential if you plan to travel while waiting for another visa decision.

Citizenship

• Citizenship by descent: increasing from $360 to $370
• Citizenship by conferral (general eligibility): from $560 to $575
• Citizenship by conferral (citizenship test not required, e.g. 60+ years): from $345 to $350
• Evidence of Australian citizenship: from $275 to $280

 

Why Are Visa Fees Increasing?

Visa application charges are adjusted each financial year by the Australian Government, usually to align with inflation and changes in administration costs.

Need Help Understanding the Costs?

Whether you’re planning to apply or already in the process, we can help you calculate the real cost of your visa including government fees, professional services, surcharges, and more.

Book a consultation with our team today and take the guesswork out of your migration journey.