What does the 189 skilled independent visa cost? Application charge, skills assessment, English tests and family fees explained. Registered agents in Brisbane.
The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is a permanent visa, and its main cost is a single government application charge paid when you lodge, with lower additional charges for a partner and each child included. Around that main charge you also pay for a skills assessment through your occupation’s assessing authority, English language testing (such as IELTS or PTE), health examinations, and police clearances from every country you’ve lived in. Unlike state-nominated or regional visas, the 189 has no state nomination fee and no sponsor, so there’s no third party charging you. Most applicants also budget for professional fees if a registered migration agent handles the case. Because government charges change, treat any figure you read as a guide and confirm the current amount before you commit.
This guide is general information to help you get your bearings. Migration and citizenship rules — and especially fees and processing times — change often, so the smartest next step is a quick, honest read on your own situation. Our registered migration agent and qualified education consultant work under one roof, so your visa and study plans line up.
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