New Application Fee for Temporary Graduate Visa

The Australian Government has amended migration regulations to introduce an application charge for Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) applications. This change came into effect on 28 February 2026. The amendment modifies the Migration Regulations 1994 to establish a new fee that applicants must pay when lodging their visa application. Recent international graduates who are considering applying for or are in the process of applying for a Temporary Graduate visa should be aware of this new cost. For specific details about the fee amount and payment methods, applicants should check the Department of Home Affairs website or contact them directly, as this summary covers the regulatory change itself. Applicants should factor this charge into their visa application planning and budget.