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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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
Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884) - Newborn and other applicants
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
Partner visa (subclass 820/801) - Application by Prospective Marriage visa holder
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
Visitor visa (subclass 600) - Frequent traveller stream
Visitor visa (subclass 600) Tourist stream - In Australia
Adoption visa (subclass 102)
Aged Dependent Relative visa (subclass 114)
Aged Dependent Relative visa (subclass 838)
Aged Parent (subclass 804)
Australian Declaratory visa (zz 998) Adult - Inside Australia
Australian Declaratory visa (zz 998) Adult - Outside Australia
Australian Declaratory visa (zz 998) Child - Inside Australia
Australian Declaratory visa (zz 998) Child - Outside Australia
Border (subclass 773)
Bridging visa A (BVA) (subclass 010)
Bridging visa B (BVB) (subclass 020)
Bridging visa C (BVC) (subclass 030)
Bridging visa D - BVD (subclass 040)
Bridging visa E - BVE (subclass 050 and 051)
Bridging visa F - BVF - (subclass 060)
Business Owner visa (subclass 890)
Carer visa (subclass 116)
Carer visa (subclass 836)
Child visa (subclass 101)
Child visa (subclass 802)
Child visa (subclass 802) - State Government supported
Confirmatory (Residence) visa (subclass 808)
Confirmatory (Residence) visa (subclass 808) - Previous holder of subclass 773 visa
Diplomatic (Temporary) (subclass 995)
Distinguished Talent visa (subclass 124)
Electronic Travel Authority (subclass 601)
eVisitor (subclass 651)
Former Resident visa (subclass 151)
Global Special Humanitarian visa (subclass 202)
Global Talent visa (subclass 858)
Investor Retirement visa (subclass 405)
Investor visa (subclass 891)
Maritime Crew visa (subclass 988)
Medical Treatment visa (subclass 602) - Inside Australia
Medical Treatment visa (subclass 602) - Outside Australia
New Zealand Citizen Family Relationship (Temporary) visa (subclass 461)
Orphan Relative visa (subclass 117)
Orphan Relative visa (subclass 837)
Pacific Engagement visa (subclass 192)
Parent visa (subclass 103)
Protection visa (subclass 866) lodged in Australia
Provisional Resident Return visa (subclass 159)
Refugee category visas (Subclass 200, 201, 203 and 204)
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme visa (subclass 187) - Temporary Residence Transition stream
Remaining Relative visa (subclass 115)
Remaining Relative visa (subclass 835)
Resident Return visa (subclass 155/157)
Resolution of Status (subclass 851)
Retirement visa (subclass 410)
Safe Haven Enterprise visa (subclass 790) - lodged in Australia by an applicant who is in immigration detention and not immigration cleared
Safe Haven Enterprise visa (subclass 790) lodged in Australia
Skilled - Recognised Graduate visa (subclass 476)
Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) - Extended stay pathway
Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) - Subsequent entry pathway
Skilled Regional visa (subclass 887)
Special Category visa (subclass 444)
Sponsored Parent (temporary) visa (subclass 870)
State or Territory Sponsored Business Owner visa (subclass 892)
State or Territory Sponsored Investor visa (subclass 893)
Student Guardian visa (subclass 590)
Temporary Protection visa (subclass 785) - lodged in Australia by an applicant who is in immigration detention and not immigration cleared
Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) - Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) stream
Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) - Foreign Government stream
Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) - Government Agreement stream
Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) - Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream
Temporary Work (International Relations) visa (subclass 403) - Privileges and Immunities stream
Transit visa (subclass 771)
Temporary Protection visa (subclass 785) lodged in Australia
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) - Post-Vocational Education Work Stream
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Post-Higher Education Work Stream
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Second Post-Higher Education Work 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
Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) – Labour Agreement 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
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Our team of experienced migration agents can help decipher the fees and streamline your journey towards your Australian visa.
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