Costs Involved When Applying for an Employer-Sponsored Visa in Sydney
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Government charges depend on the visa subclass and the number of applicants included. As at 1 July 2026, the primary applicant charge is $4,015 for Subclass 482, and $6,140 for both Subclass 186 and Subclass 494.
Employer sponsorship and nomination costs
Employers can face costs tied to sponsorship approval and nomination, including a $330 nomination fee for Subclass 482, no nomination fee for Subclass 494, and a $540 nomination fee for Subclass 186 (where the position isn't in a regional area), plus the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy, which runs to $1,200 or $1,800 per year depending on whether the business's annual turnover is below or above $10 million.
Skills assessment and testing fees
Applicants may need to pay for skills assessments, licensing checks, or qualification verification.
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Legal fees depend on how complex the matter is, including setting up employer sponsorship and supporting the visa application itself.