student visas - visa application costs

The visa application fee is AU$540 (Currency Converter: US$ / UK£ / EU€) for a Student Visa.

Please note - You must obtain Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) before your visa will be granted. The fee for this cover varies from country to country. Please click here for more information on OSHC.

Below is a general guide regarding the costs involved in making a Student Visa Application.

GOVERNMENT CHARGES		NOTES
Visa Application Charge	AU$540 (Currency Converter: US$ / UK£ / EU€)	This fee includes the visa applicant, partner, children and any other dependent members of the immediate family.
OTHER (POSSIBLE) COSTS		NOTES
Medical Examination	Approx. AU$350 (Currency Converter: US$ / UK£ / EU€)	This fee is payable (if requested by DIAC) to take a medical tests. The fee must be paid directly to the doctor conducting your examination.
Character Clearance (police check)	Variable	This fee is payable (if requested by DIAC) to the police authorities in the countries where you have lived for 12 months or more.
Certification / Translation of documents	Variable	This fee is payable (if requested by DIAC) to the person responsible for certifying / translating your documents.
OUR FEES		NOTES
Visa Advantage Service	US$299 (Currency Converter: AU$ / UK£ / EU€)	Lodge a visa application with help from one of National Visas Registered Migration Agents.
Premier Visa Service	US$800 (Currency Converter: AU$ / UK£ / EU€)	One of National Visas Registered Migration Agents will prepare and lodge your visa application.