Temporary Graduate Visa (485 Visa) Fee Increased to $5.750 – July 2026 Update
- Jul 1
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 7
Last updated: 2 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, the Australian Government increased the application charge for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485).
According to the Department of Home Affairs fee schedule updated on 1 July 2026, the government application charge for the primary applicant now stands at:
AUD $5,750
This amount applies to all 485 applications lodged on or after 1 July 2026.
Before you lodge your application, confirm your eligibility and visa stream.
If you’re planning to apply for the TR-485 visa, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming changes and how to save before the price hike.
Updated 485 Visa Fee Increase (From 1 July 2026)
Primary Applicant
AUD $5,750
485 Visa Fees for Dependants
If you include family members in your application, you must pay additional government charges.
From 1 July 2026:
Partner/secondary (18+): From AUD $2,300 to AUD $2,875
Child (under 18): From AUD $1,160 to AUD $1,450
You must pay these charges at the time you lodge your application.
Including dependants increases the total cost significantly. Plan your budget carefully before you proceed.
These fees apply across:
Post-Higher Education Work Stream
Post-Vocational Education Work Stream
Eligible subsequent 485 applications
You can verify the official charges directly on the Department of Home Affairs website under the Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa page.
Fee Comparison by Visa Stream
The rates above apply to the Post-Higher Education Work stream and Post-Vocational Education Work stream. If you're applying under the Second Post-Higher Education Work stream, your fees are lower — see the full breakdown below.
Visa Stream | Applicant Type | Previous Fee | New Fee (1 July 2026) |
Post-Higher Education Work stream | Primary applicant | AUD $4,600 | AUD $5,750 |
Post-Higher Education Work stream | Partner/secondary (18+) | AUD $2,300 | AUD $2,875 |
Post-Higher Education Work stream | Child (under 18) | AUD $1,160 | AUD $1,450 |
Post-Vocational Education Work stream | Primary applicant | AUD $4,600 | AUD $5,750 |
Post-Vocational Education Work stream | Partner/secondary (18+) | AUD $2,300 | AUD $2,875 |
Post-Vocational Education Work stream | Child (under 18) | AUD $1,160 | AUD $1,450 |
Second Post-Higher Education Work stream | Primary applicant | AUD $1,810 | AUD $2,265 |
Second Post-Higher Education Work stream | Partner/secondary (18+) | AUD $910 | AUD $1,140 |
Second Post-Higher Education Work stream | Child (under 18) | AUD $460 | AUD $575 |
If you lodge a paper (non-internet) application, an additional AUD $80 charge applies.
Who Must Pay the New Fees?
You must pay the updated charges if you:
Lodge your 485 visa on or after 1 July 2026
Include a partner or dependent child
Apply for a subsequent 485 visa (if eligible)
If your student visa will expire soon, review your timeline immediately.
Why This Matters for 485 Applicants
The 485 visa usually gives graduates one opportunity to apply.
A refusal can affect your future migration pathway. With the government charge now at $5,750, errors create serious financial risk.
Before you lodge your application, confirm that you:
Meet the Australian study requirement
Select the correct 485 stream
Meet English language requirements
Hold valid health insurance
Prepare complete and accurate documents
For full eligibility criteria, visa streams and common mistakes, visit our main guide Read the complete TR-485 Visa Guide here
Example Total Cost
To help you understand the impact:
Single applicant: $5,750
Applicant + partner: $8,625
Applicant + partner + one child: $10,075
These figures include government charges only.
Apply for the TR-485 Visa Now!
The TR-485 visa provides international graduates the opportunity to live, work, and gain valuable experience in Australia. It’s a one-time opportunity, so getting it right the first time is crucial.
Our team at RACC Migration Services can guide you through the application process and help you save before the price increase.
📩 Email: migration8@racc.net.au
📞 Phone/WhatsApp: +61 406 115 296 | +61 410 725 884
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