All Visa Application Charges to Increase by 1 July 2025 – How Does it Affect You?
The annual visa application charge (VAC) increment took effect on 1 July 2025. The Australian government has announced an increase in visa application fees for various visa categories.
What are the Affected Visa Subclasses?
The VAC changes apply to a wide range of visa subclasses, with an average increase of approximately 3-5%. Student (Subclass 500) visa experienced the highest increase. The Pacific Engagement (Subclass 192) visa in the Treaty Stream VAC remained unchanged. We have put together the common visa subclasses, but not limited to:
| Visa Subclasses | 2024-25 Fees | 2025-26 Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor Visa (SC600) (inside Australia) | $475 | $500 |
| Visitor Visa (SC600) (outside Australia) | $195 | $200 |
| Student Visa (SC500) | $1,600 | $2,000 |
| Temporary Graduate (SC485) | $1,945 | $2,300 |
| Onshore Partner Visa (SC820/801) | $9,095 | $9,365 |
| Offshore Partner Visa (SC309/100) | $9,095 | $9,365 |
| Skills in Demand (SID) (SC482) | $3,115 | $3,210 |
| Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) (SC186) - Direct Entry Stream | $4,770 | $4,910 |
| Skilled Independent (SC189) | $4,765 | $4,910 |
| Skilled Nominated (SC190) | $4,770 | $4,910 |
| Skilled Work Regional (SC491) | $4,770 | $4,910 |
| Training Visa (SC407) | $415 | $430 |
Related:
Important Update: Salary Threshold (CSIT & SSIT) to Increase by 1 July 2025
ART and Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) to Increase Fees by 1 July 2025
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help You?
For any visa-related queries or concerns, we recommend consulting with an immigration lawyer for professional advice and guidance. At Agape Henry Crux, our team of immigration lawyers work closely with our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law to handle highly complex matters. You can book a Migration Planning Session with our team by calling 02 8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com to arrange a time.
We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. If these aren’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.
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