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Visa Cost Estimator

Government fees pre-loaded as at 1 July 2025. Enter your professional fees for a full cost picture. Updated annually from 1 July — refer to the fee section at the top of this code to update.

1 Select Visa Type
2 Applicants
STAC surcharge applies — applicant is onshore & this is a subsequent temporary visa also lodged onshore +$700/person
1 applicant (the main applicant)
⚠️ Additional applicants are in addition to the primary applicant. Do not select extra adults to represent the primary person.
3 Employer & Sponsorship Details Employer Costs
Employer is already an Approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) Saves $420
Employer is already an Approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) Saves $420
Professional Fees Employer-Paid
Enter fees inclusive of GST. Leave blank if unknown. These fields are estimates only.
4 Professional Fees — Visa Applicant Applicant Side
Enter your migration agent / legal fees inclusive of GST. These are optional.
5 Savings Plan optional

Cost Estimate

Employer Sponsor Costs
Employer Total $0
Applicant Visa Applicant Costs
Applicant Total $0
Grand Total — All Parties $0
Disclaimer: This estimate is based on Australian Government visa application charges current as at 1 July 2025. Government fees are indexed annually (typically 1 July) and may change at any time without notice. This calculator is a general guide only and does not constitute immigration or legal advice. Professional fees are indicative estimates entered by you. STAC applies only where the applicant lodges onshore and their previous substantive visa was also lodged onshore — individual circumstances vary. SAF Levy is calculated on stated business revenue. Always verify current fees at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au before lodging. ★ = Costs the employer is legally required to pay and cannot recover from the visa holder.
 

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Visa Cost Estimator – Visa Sidekick
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Australian Visa Cost Estimator

A detailed breakdown of government fees, SAF levy, and professional fees — split by who pays what.

⚡ Fees current as at 1 July 2025 — updated annually
1 Select Visa Type
Note: There is no Dept. of Home Affairs nomination fee for the 494. The RCB (Regional Certifying Body) charges a separate assessment fee — commonly $770 (incl. GST) but varies by region. Update the field above if your RCB charges differently.
Note: The $540 nomination fee is waived for TRT stream nominations in a designated regional area, and for certain Labour Agreement stream applications. This calculator includes the fee by default — advise your client if an exemption applies.
2 Applicant Details
3 Professional Fees (optional — all incl. GST)
Enter all amounts inclusive of GST. Leave fields blank if not applicable. Sponsor fees appear under the Employer column; applicant fees appear under the Applicant column.
4 Savings Plan (optional)

Your Visa Cost Estimate

Government fees current as at 1 July 2025. This is a guide only — always confirm with a registered migration agent.

Applicant
Applicant Total $0
Government Fees Total $0
Grand Total — All Costs $0
✦ Mandatory employer costs — cannot legally be charged back to the employee.
All other costs may be allocated by private agreement between employer and employee.
Fees are indexed annually on 1 July. Always verify at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au.

SAVINGS PLAN

How much to set aside before your lodgement date

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This calculator is a guide only and does not constitute migration advice. Government fees are indexed annually on 1 July. Last updated: 1 July 2025.