A migration lawyer is not a legal requirement to lodge a skilled visa application. However, the points of test and documentation requirements are complex, and errors can result in delays or refusal, often at greater cost than obtaining professional advice at the outset. An AML migration lawyer can review an applicant's circumstances and identify areas of risk before lodgement.

Fees depend on the specific visa subclass and the number of applicants, so the estimator requires a few details before generating a meaningful figure. A precise, personalised cost breakdown is available through a consultation with an AML migration lawyer.

Generally, the charge in effect at the time of lodgement applies. A change in circumstances, such as adding a family member to the application, can affect the total. A migration lawyer should be consulted if circumstances change during the process.

Skills assessments, English test fees, health examinations, police checks, and any professional fees for legal assistance sit outside the visa application charge itself. An AML migration lawyer can provide a full cost picture tailored to individual circumstances.

This tool mirrors the fee logic used in the Department of Home Affairs' own Visa Pricing Estimator and is kept up to date accordingly. It provides an indicative estimate only, not an official quote. Actual charges depend on individual circumstances and the fees in effect at the time of lodgement.

No. State and territory nomination fees for the Subclass 190 and 491 visas are charged separately by the nominating state or territory and are not included in this estimator's total.

Yes. A secondary applicant, whether a partner or dependent child, adds to the total visa application charge. This estimator accounts for additional applicants so the total reflects the applicant's family unit.

Yes. Visa application charges typically change on 1 July each year. Current pricing should always be confirmed before relying on a figure, particularly where an application timeline extends across a financial year.

The visa application charge varies depending on the visa subclass and the number of people included in the application. This estimator provides an indicative figure based on current Department of Home Affairs pricing, last verified on 31 August 2026.