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Australia Visa Fee Hike 2026 for Indian Students and Workers
Australia raised visa fees by up to 300% effective July 1, 2026. Indian students now pay nearly ₹1,65,000 for a student visa, up from ₹1,32,000.
Jul 2, 2026 Australia Doubles Post-Study Work Visa Fees
Australia doubled Subclass 485 visa fees from AUD 2,300 to AUD 4,600 starting March 1, adding ₹2,50,000 burden for 3.4 lakh Indian students.
Mar 9, 2026 Australia Doubles Post-Study Work Visa Fee to ₹3 Lakh from
Australia's Temporary Graduate visa fee doubled to AUD 4,600 (₹3 lakh) from 1 March 2026. Indian students now pay twice as much for post-study work rights.
Mar 7, 2026Australia Moves India to Highest-Risk Category for Student Visas Amid Integrity Concerns
Australia has placed India in its highest-risk category for student visas, citing emerging integrity concerns that could impact visa processing for Indian students.
Jan 12, 2026Australia Opens MATES Visa Registration for Indians
3,000 young Indians can get 2-year Australian work visa through MATES program - registration open
Nov 14, 2025