
22/07/2025
📢 Visa Fee Update – Effective from 1 July 2025
As of 1 July 2025, the Australian Government implemented updated Visa Application Charges (VACs) in line with its annual indexation policy.
🔹 Most visa fees increased by 3%, based on the 2023–2024 Consumer Price Index (CPI).
🔹 The Student visa (Subclass 500) and Student Guardian visa (Subclass 590) application charges rose from $1,600 to $2,000.
These changes were introduced as part of the Government’s "Building Australia’s Future" plan to strengthen the integrity of the international education system.
🌏 Applicants from Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste remained exempt from these fee increases, reflecting Australia’s ongoing commitment to regional partnerships and fair access to education.
These adjustments were made under the Migration Regulations 1994 to help maintain a sustainable and secure visa program.