Visa Application Charges
Government Visa Application Charges (VAC)
for Australian Visas.
Visa Application Charges
The process of Australian visa applications involves understanding the associated charges. There are two main types of fees you might encounter:
- Government Visa Application Charges (VAC), and
- Fees levied by migration agencies or consultants.
Government Visa Application Charges (VAC)
These are fees determined and collected solely by the Australian government for the evaluation and management of visa applications. They are mandatory for all visa applicants and are consistent, irrespective of whether you're applying independently or through a migration agent. These fees can vary based on the visa subclass you're applying for, and the number of applicants included.
Breakdown of Visa Application Charges
Our list provides a snapshot of the charges associated with some of the popular visa categories:
- Base Application Charge: This is the primary fee for the primary visa applicant.
- Additional Applicant 18 And Over: If your visa application includes additional applicants who are 18 years or older, this fee applies.
- Additional Applicant Under 18: If there are additional applicants under the age of 18 included in your application, this fee applies.
Please note that the charges are solely set by the government and can be subject to changes.
Migration Agent Fees
If you decide to enlist the services of This is Australia, to guide and assist you through your visa application process, professional fees are separate from the VAC. For professional services and assistance, contact one of our qualified migration agents.
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Temporary Skill Shortage visa (Subclass 482) - Short-term stream
Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) – Labour Agreement stream
Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) – Medium-term stream
Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) - Direct Entry stream
Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) - Labour agreement stream
Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) - Temporary Residence Transition stream
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) - Employer Sponsored stream
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) - Labour Agreement stream
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) - Subsequent entrant
Training visa (subclass 407)
Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) - First
Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) - Second
Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) - Third
Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) - First
Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) - Second
Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) - Third
Temporary Work (Short Stay Specialist) visa (subclass 400)
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) - Hong Kong stream
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) - Points tested stream
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Second Post-Study Work stream
Visitor visa (subclass 600) - Approved Destination Status stream
Visitor visa (subclass 600) - Business Visitor stream
Visitor visa (subclass 600) - Sponsored Family stream
Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream - outside Australia
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191) - Hong Kong stream
Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191) Regional Provisional stream
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Graduate Work stream
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Post-Study Work stream
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Replacement stream
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Second Post-Study Work stream
Student visa (subclass 500) - All other students
Student visa (subclass 500) - Foreign Affairs or Defence sector
Student visa (subclass 500) - Postgraduate research sector
Student visa (subclass 500) - Secondary exchange (Schools sector)
Dependent Child visa (subclass 445)
Partner (Provisional and Migrant) visa (subclass 309/100)
Partner visa (subclass 820/801)
Partner visa (subclass 820/801) - Application by Prospective Marriage visa holder
Partner visa (subclass 820/801) - Ceased Prospective Marriage visa
Partner visa (subclass 820/801) - Transitional visa holder
Prospective Marriage visa (subclass 300)
Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884)
Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884) - Newborn and other applicants
Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864)
Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864)
Contributory Aged Parent visa (subclass 864)
Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 173)
Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 173)
Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143) - Applicant meets conditions defined in Note 19b
Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143) - Applicant meets conditions defined in Note 19c
Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143) - Applicant meets conditions defined in Note 19d
Contributory Parent visa (subclass 143) - Applicant meets conditions defined in Note 19d2
Business Talent (subclass 132) - Significant Business History
Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) - Business Innovation stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) - Entrepreneur stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) - Investor stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) - Premium Investor stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) - Significant Investor stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) - Business Innovation Extension stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) - Business Innovation stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) - Entrepreneur stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) - Investor stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) - Premium Investor stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) - Significant Investor Extension stream
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188) - Significant Investor stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Australian Government Endorsed Events stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Domestic Work for Executives stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Entertainment Activities stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Other Social and Cultural Activity (Invited Participant) stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Religious Work stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Research Activities stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Special Program stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Sporting Activities stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Staff Exchange Arrangements stream
Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) - Superyacht Crew stream
Australian Citizenship Application Fees:
| Age | Government Application Fee |
|---|---|
| 15 years or younger with parental consent: | AUD $330 |
| Aged 16 or 17: | AUD $330 |
| Aged between 18 – 59: | AUD $540 |
| Aged 60 years or over: | AUD $330 |
If you would like more information about Australian Citizenship please visit our Citizenship page.
Fee concessions
No fee is payable for children 15 years or younger applying on the same form as a parent.
More information
With This is Australia, you have a trusted partner to guide you through every step of the application process.
Our team of experienced migration agents can help decipher the fees and streamline your journey towards your Australian visa.
For personalised assistance and professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances contact our migration agents via our booking form or call our Queensland office on (07) 5592 0755.