Starting 1 July 2015, the Government is introducing a price increase to a few Visa Application Charges. The price increase will be used to fund for improvements to support stronger borders and national security initiatives.
- Permanent Migration Stream, Skilled Graduate, Temporary Long Stay Business (Subclass 457), Visitor and Student visa streams. 2.3% increase.
- Temporary Resident Short Term Business and Entertainment visas, Working Holiday visas, Resident Return and Retirement Investor visas, and Contributory Parent Visa streams. 5% increase.
- Other Family (Remaining Relative, Carer and Aged Dependent Relative) visas, and (non-contributory) Parent visa streams. 10% increase.
- Significant Investor Visa (SIV) stream in the permanent migration Skill stream category. 50% increase.
The following are not affected by the VAC price changes:
- Electronic Travel Authorities (ETA) visas
- eVisitor visas
- Refugee and Humanitarian visas
For more information, view Visa Application Charges from 1 July 2015.
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