What has changed
The main applicant charge for the subclass 500 student visa rose from AUD 2,000, and the 485 Temporary Graduate visa to AUD 5,750.
What this means for you
Budget AUD 2,500 for the main applicant’s student visa charge, on top of health insurance (OSHC), medicals and biometrics. Graduates applying for the 485 Temporary Graduate visa now pay AUD 5,750.
Official source
Study Australia
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