Australia Visa Fee Calculator
Calculate Australian visa fees for tourist, student, skilled, and partner visa subclasses with additional applicant costs.
Australia Visa Fee Calculator
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Formula: Total = (Primary Fee x Applicants) + (18+ Additional Fee x Count) + (Under 18 Fee x Count)
Worked example — Total visa fees: AUD 480 for the family of four
Formula
Total = (Primary Fee x Applicants) + (18+ Additional Fee x Count) + (Under 18 Fee x Count)
Australian visa fees are structured with a primary applicant fee plus reduced fees for additional applicants. Applicants aged 18 and over pay a higher additional fee than those under 18.
Worked Examples
Example 1: Family Tourist Visa Application
Problem:A family of four (2 adults, 2 children under 18) applies for a tourist visa subclass 600.
Solution:Primary applicant: AUD 190 Second adult (18+): AUD 190 Child 1 (under 18): AUD 50 Child 2 (under 18): AUD 50 Total = 190 + 190 + 50 + 50 = AUD 480
Result:Total visa fees: AUD 480 for the family of four
Example 2: Partner Visa with One Dependent
Problem:An applicant lodges a partner visa (820/801) with one dependent child aged 10.
Solution:Primary applicant: AUD 8,850 Dependent child (under 18): AUD 2,215 Total = 8,850 + 2,215 = AUD 11,065
Result:Total visa fees: AUD 11,065
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Australian tourist visa cost?
The Australian tourist visa subclass 600 costs AUD 190 per applicant as of the current fee schedule. This fee applies to each person included in the application, including children. Additional charges may apply for biometrics collection in certain countries. The fee is non-refundable regardless of whether the visa is granted or refused. Processing times typically range from a few days to several weeks depending on the applicant country and time of year. Some nationalities may be eligible for the Electronic Travel Authority subclass 601 which has a lower service charge of AUD 20.
What is the difference between the old and new partner visa fees?
The Australian partner visa is one of the most expensive visa categories and is processed in two stages. The combined application for subclass 820 temporary partner visa and subclass 801 permanent partner visa costs AUD 8,850 for the primary applicant. Additional applicants aged 18 and over cost AUD 4,430 each, while those under 18 cost AUD 2,215 each. These fees have increased significantly over the years and are adjusted annually. The two-stage processing means applicants typically wait two to three years for the permanent visa to be assessed after the temporary visa is granted.
Are Australian visa fees refundable if my application is refused?
Australian visa application charges are generally non-refundable. Once you submit your application and pay the fee, the Department of Home Affairs retains the payment regardless of the outcome. This applies even if your visa is refused or if you withdraw your application after lodgement. There are very limited circumstances where a refund may be available, such as if you paid the wrong fee amount or if the department made an error in processing. It is therefore important to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying and to provide complete and accurate documentation with your initial application.
How often do Australian visa fees change?
The Australian Department of Home Affairs typically reviews and updates visa application charges annually, usually on the first of July each financial year. Increases generally align with the Consumer Price Index, though some visa categories may see larger increases based on policy decisions. For example, certain skilled migration and family visa fees have seen above-inflation increases in recent years. It is important to check the current fees on the official Home Affairs website immediately before lodging your application, as the fee applicable is the one in effect at the time of lodgement. Australia Visa Fee Calculator uses approximate current fees for estimation purposes.
What additional costs should I consider beyond the visa application fee?
Beyond the base visa application charge, you should budget for several additional costs. Health examinations are required for most visa types and cost approximately AUD 300 to 500 per person depending on the panel clinic. Police clearance certificates from each country you have lived in may cost AUD 40 to 100 each. English language tests like IELTS cost around AUD 395. Skills assessments for skilled migration visas range from AUD 500 to 1,500 depending on the assessing authority. Migration agent fees if you use professional help can range from AUD 1,000 to 10,000 or more depending on the complexity of your case.
What is a Visa Application Charge and what does the first instalment cover?
Australian visa costs are formally called the Visa Application Charge, or VAC. The first instalment is the amount payable at lodgement and is what Australia Visa Fee Calculator totals: a base charge for the primary applicant plus additional applicant charges for each family member included. Some family and parent categories also carry a second instalment payable only after the case is assessed and before the visa is granted, so a grant-stage payment can follow the figure shown here.
Who counts as an additional applicant, and why do children pay less?
An additional applicant is a family member included in the same application as a secondary applicant, usually a spouse or de facto partner and dependent children. The fee schedule splits them at age 18: adults pay the higher additional charge because their claims require the same identity, character and health assessment as the primary applicant, while applicants under 18 pay a reduced amount. Family members who are not migrating are declared but not charged.
What is the difference between an ETA and a subclass 600 visitor visa?
The Electronic Travel Authority and eVisitor are streamlined visitor authorisations available only to specific passport nationalities, granted electronically with a small service charge or none at all. The subclass 600 Visitor visa is open to all nationalities, is assessed by a case officer, allows longer or multiple-entry stays and sponsored family streams, and carries the full application charge. If you hold an eligible passport, checking ETA eligibility first is usually the cheaper route.
When does a subsequent temporary application charge apply?
If you are already in Australia holding a temporary visa and you apply for most further temporary visas onshore, a subsequent temporary application charge is added on top of the base charge for each applicant. It exists to price repeat onshore applications differently from a first application made offshore. This is one of the common reasons a real invoice exceeds an estimate, so check whether your application will be lodged onshore or offshore before budgeting.
Does lodging a visa application also require a separate sponsorship or nomination payment?
For sponsored categories the sponsor's action is a separate application with its own charge. Employer-sponsored work visas involve a sponsorship application and a nomination, both filed and paid by the business, and partner visas require an approved sponsor. Those charges are not part of the applicant fee this page totals. When comparing pathways, add the sponsoring party's costs before concluding that one subclass is cheaper than another.
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