Australia Visa Fees for Indians 2026: Complete Cost Guide

Australia visa application charges increased by approximately 25% on 1st July 2026. The new visa for visitors in Australia will cost you AUD 250 (INR 16,750) while the skilled permanent visa will cost you AUD 6140 (INR 4.11 lakh). The cost of a student visa now is AUD 2,500 (INR 1.68 lakh). The fee is paid in Australian dollars and is generally non-refu ndable, even in the event of refusal of a visa.

This guide will give you an idea of the Australia visa fees charged for each visa, other fees that may not be mentioned and changes in the rupee rate and what happens after you've paid the fee & submitted your application. 

Please note that applications received after 1st July 2026 will incur a fee and that INR amounts are in Australian dollars based on the exchange rate INR 67 per AUD. 

What Are the Australia Visa Fees for Indians in 2026?

The fee is dependent on the kind of visa you apply for. The following are the fees charged for the main applicant(s) during Australia Immigration:

• Visitor visa (Subclass 600): applying from outside Australia: AUD 250 (about INR 16,750)

• Student visa (Subclass 500): AUD 2,500 (about INR 1.68 lakh)

• Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485): AUD 5,750 (about INR 3.85 lakh)

• Skills in Demand visa (Subclass 482): AUD 4,015 (about INR 2.69 lakh)

• Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189): AUD 6,135 (about INR 4.11 lakh)

• Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190): AUD 6,140 (about INR 4.11 lakh)

This rise was due to the Home Affairs Legislation Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Regulations 2026. Most fees rose by roughly 25%: the visitor visa from AUD 200 to AUD 250, the student visa from AUD 2,000 to AUD 2,500, and the 189 visa from AUD 4,910 to AUD 6,135.

Note: The fee for applying will not depend on the date that you begin completing the application, but rather upon the date that it is submitted to Home Affairs. AP applications submitted prior to 1 July 2026 will continue to be based on the old fees.

Australia Visa Fees by Type: Quick Reference Table

The government fee (Visa Application Charge (VAC)) for each visa is listed here. All members of the family apply for their own charge.

Important Note: The other visa classes are also reported at the same price of AUD 250 per applicant: the Business Visitor and Sponsored Family streams. The Sponsored Family sponsor might also have to provide a security bond. 

The Frequent Traveller stream is valued at AUD 1,845 (approx INR 1.24 lakh) for up to 10 years, however, only certain passports are eligible for this visa so please check your eligibility before applying for this visa. 

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Australia Visitor Visa Fees for Indian Passport Holders (2026)

The Australia visa cost for Indians from abroad is AUD 250 and from within the country is AUD 630.

As Indian citizens are not eligible for the ETA or free eVisitor, the visa to be applied for is the Subclass 600. Here are the facts to consider:

• Offshore vs onshore: the application from within Australia is more than double the cost. In case of any travel, apply from India prior to travel.

• Family trips: Full charge applies to all. The charges for a family of three applying from India are $750 (roughly INR 50,250).

• Duration of stay: The officer can make a decision to allow 3, 6 or 12 months.

• Other expenses: If you are requested to provide biometrics, VFS Global will have an additional service fee in rupees. There is no separate Embassy fee for Australia. 

• Funds: Home Affairs does not issue a set amount of money required for visitor visas. Show enough money for your trip and your ties to India, such as a job, family and savings.

Australia Visa Fees for Indian Students (Subclass 500)

The main applicant will be charged AUD 2,500 (approximately INR 1.68 lakh) from 1st July 2026, from AUD 2,000. 

• Partner or child aged 18+: AUD 1,530 (about INR 1.03 lakh)

• Child under 18: AUD 500 (about INR 33,500)

• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): Compulsory. Your contribution is approximately AUD 674 - 719 per year - a single student contribution, paid in full for the full length of the visa. Couples and families have to pay much more.

Note: The processing fee along with OSHC for a one-year course is approximately AUD 3,175-3,220 (about INR 2.13-2.16 lakh) excluding tuition, medicals and biometrics.

Australia Subclass 485 Visa Fee 2026: What Changed?

Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) fee has been lowered to AUD 5,750 (approx. INR 3.85 lakh) for the main applicant. It's doubled in 2026. 

• March 2026: The fee doubled from AUD 2,300 to AUD 4,600.

• 1 July 2026: It rose another 25%, to AUD 5,750.

• Adult dependent: AUD 2,875 (about INR 1.93 lakh)

• Child: AUD 1,450 (about INR 97,200)

If you are thinking about continuing on after your degree, include this cost in your study expenses.

Australia Work and Skilled Visa Fees in Indian Rupees

The main-applicant fee is AUD 4,015 (about INR 2.69 lakh) for the 482 and AUD 6,135-6,140 (about INR 4.11 lakh) for the 186, 189, 190 and 491. The Work and Holiday visa (462) costs AUD 840 (about INR 56,300). Dependent fees are in the quick reference table above.

1. Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa

• This temporary visa is sponsored by an Australian employer. A single charge, of AUD 4,015, now covers all streams (Specialist Skills, Core Skills and Labour Agreement). 

• A partner will also pay AUD 4,015 and each child will pay AUD 1,005. 

• Your employer covers additional sponsor fees: AUD 330 nomination fee and the Skilling Australians Fund levy (AUD 1,200 or AUD 1,800 per year).

• You will not have to pay that amount of money back to the employer. 

2. Subclass 190 and 491 Skilled Regional Visas

• The 190 visa is a permanent visa that is available for people who are nominated by the state or territory. 491 visa for regional Australia is a provisional visa for 5 years and can settle to permanent visa subclass 191. 

• The main applicant pays both of them AUD 6,140. 

• For the 191 visa, the fees are significantly lower: AUD 630 for the main visa applicant, AUD 315 for a partner and AUD 160 for a child. 

• There may also be a state-specific nomination fee; visit your state's website to find out about it.

3. Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme

• The 186 visa is the visa of permanent residency offered on an employer sponsorship basis. The primary applicant is required to pay AUD 6140. 

• In addition to the nomination fee (paid by the employer) of AUD 540, the Skilling Australians Fund levy, of AUD 3,000 (AUD 5,000 for larger employers), is paid as a one-off levy.

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Australia PR Visa Fees 2026: Full Cost Breakdown

Australian PR visa fees for the main applicant are AUD 6,135-6,140 (about INR 4.11 lakh) across the 186, 189, 190 and 491 pathways.

Note: The government charges three members of a family AUD 10,745 (approx INR 7.2 lakh) for the application alone. Not including skills assessment, English tests, medicals or any agent fees.

Total Australia Visa Cost from India: All Hidden Fees Included

The visa fee is only one part of your budget. Plan for these extras by visa type: Working in Australia and Visa fee is not all that you need to account for. Prepare for these add-ons by category of visa:

• Visitor visa: The VFS service fee, if applicable, health insurance if needed, a medical exam is required if necessary, and a small card surcharge.

• Student visa: OSHC, medicals, biometrics and proof of funds for tuition and living expenses.

• Work and skilled visas: Skills assessment, English test, health exams and Police certificates. If you are applying for an employer visa, the employer will pay the visa fee and not you.

• All visas: Health exams, to an approved panel clinic. Police certificates are based on the country in which you lived. If documents are not written in English they must be translated into English and certified. The price for these varies, so obtain quotes first.

Note: Include 3-5% fluctuation in exchange rates. 

Also Read: Australia Visa Fees: Structure, Affecting Factors & Pro Tips

How Much Money Do You Need to Show for an Australian Visa?

The dollar amount is only applicable to the student visa. The minimum balance for the Visitor, work and PR visas are not published, but officers will still verify your ability to support yourself.

If you are applying for a student visa you will need to be able to produce the money for your first year of study, travel and 12 months living expenses:

Note: Funds are reviewed in conjunction with the Genuine Student requirement, and you should have your documents reflecting your study plan. For visitor visas, bring bank statements, proof of income and proof of your return plans.

Is the Australia Visa Fee Refundable If Rejected?

Visa fee is not refundable by No. Home Affairs even in the event of refusal or withdrawal of the visa. It also will not refund it as you have second thoughts.

There are many exceptions, which for example would be a departmental mistake, an application filed in error, or a death of the applicant. If you want to request a refund, submit Form 1424 at the end of your application.

If you are refused your visa or you withdraw your visa before you pay the second instalment charge, you will not have to pay the charge. A card payment should not be reversed or cancelled for a lodged application as this may cause the application to be invalid. 

Also Read: Working Visa Australia Cost: Latest Breakdown and Trends

How Exchange Rates Affect Australia Visa Fees for Indians

Your rupee cost will fluctuate depending on the exchange rate between these two currencies; you pay Australia visa fees in AUD. At the end of September 2026, one Australian dollar was worth about INR 67.

Many old guides still charge INR 55 per AUD. At INR 55, the AUD 250 visitor fee looks like INR 13,750. At today's rate, it costs about INR 16,750, which is about INR 3,000 more. The rate also has a significant change in the near past. Over the last 90 days, it ranged from about INR 65.4 to INR 68.7. 

• AUD 250 visitor fee: about INR 16,340 at the low end and INR 17,180 at the high end, a gap of roughly INR 840.

• AUD 6,135 for a 189 visa: about INR 4.01 lakh at the low end and INR 4.22 lakh at the high end, a gap of about INR 20,600.

Note: The larger the fees, the wider the swing. You may also have to pay a conversion fee from your bank which will be available on the day of payment.

How to Pay Australia Visa Fees from India?

The fee is paid online when the application is lodged, via ImmiAccount. No cash prize offered.

• Set up an ImmiAccount via Home Affairs website and begin visa application process.

• Select the payment method when you're at the payment step. Most credit and debit cards and PayPal are accepted!

• For Indian cards, enable international transactions and notify the bank beforehand so that the transaction can be completed.

• Pay in AUD. A small card surcharge is charged and the exact amount is indicated on the payment page.

• Save the receipt and your Transaction Reference Number (TRN).

Note: Biometrics fees are due at the time of booking of the appointment and will be paid in Rupees, subject to VFS Global fee. 

How to Track Your Australia Visa Application?

It is possible to check the status of your visa in ImmiAccount. Log in using the account where you submitted your application; view the status and any messages from your application.

• Status changes to information requested: Home Affairs requires more documents. Upload them to ImmiAccount.

• No update is normal: Your application is being evaluated and you may not receive any update at all if the processing time is the average amount of time.

• Processing times: Please refer to global processing time on the Home Affairs website. May/June and October/January are popular periods for visitors to apply, so please do so in advance.

• Once your visa has been granted: Access VEVO (Visa Entitlement Verification Online) using your passport information to check visa conditions and visa expiry date. The visas shown on VEVO are for shows, rather than applications.

Common Mistakes When Budgeting for an Australian Visa

Some of the most frequently made budgeting blunders for an Australian visa:

• An old fee/exchange rate: Fees prior to 1 July 2026 and an exchange rate of INR 55/AUD are both obsolete.

• Failure to make payment of family members: Each partner and child is charged their own fee.

• Extras: OSHC, medicals, biometrics, translations and skills assessments cost money. 

• The cost of the application from the wrong place is AUD 630 compared to AUD 250 from India for an onshore visitor visa.

• Assuming it will be refunded: If your application gets rejected, the amount is lost so review all documents before submitting.

Read More: Temporary Work Visa Australia: New Rules, Costs & More

Conclusion

In 2026, Australia visa fees for Indians is high. An Australia visitor visa fees for Indians costs AUD 250 (about INR 16,750), a student visa AUD 2,500 (about INR 1.68 lakh), and skilled and PR visas AUD 4,015-6,140 (about INR 2.69-4.11 lakh) for the main applicant. The Australia visa fee is not refunded if you are unsuccessful in your visa application, and is raised by the family members, OSHC, medicals, biometrics and exchange rate.

Please confirm your visa type and stream before paying, and check the most up-to-date amount via the Home Affairs Visa Pricing Estimator. To plan your budget and avoid costly mistakes, contact TerraTern for expert guidance on your Australia visa.