01/07/2026
🚨 IMPORTANT: Australian Visa Fees Have Increased from 1 July 2026 — Here's What You Need to Know
If you're planning to apply for an Australian visa, these changes affect you directly.
✅ Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) — effective 1 July 2026
• Post-Higher Education Work Stream: AUD $4,600 → $5,750
• Post-Vocational Education Work Stream: AUD $4,600 → $5,750
• Second Post-Higher Education Work Stream: AUD $2,265
✅ Student Visa (Subclass 500) — effective 1 July 2026
• Now AUD $2,500 (up from $2,000)
✅ Most other visa categories — effective 1 July 2026
• Approximately 25% increase across the board
• Bridging Visa B and Resident Return Visa: over 200% increase
Remember: these fees are non-refundable, so it's more important than ever to get your application right the first time.
Not sure how these changes affect your situation? Our team at EDMIG Consulting is here to help.
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