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A$6,140
From AUD 6,140 for the main applicant (concessions apply in limited circumstances).
≈ USD 4,288 — indicative only, at the ECB reference rate of 3 Nov 2026. Not an official fee.
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
50% of recently decided applications were processed in 8 months.
Half of people waited longer than this
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
90% of recently decided applications were processed in 16 months.
1 in 10 people waited longer than this
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
To be confirmed with the Department of Home Affairs before applying.
Permanent visa: you can stay in Australia indefinitely. The travel component expires 5 years after grant.
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
Under 45 when invited to apply.
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
Points-tested: you need 65 points or more.
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
Points come from age, English, skilled work experience and qualifications, plus 5 for a state or territory nomination (official points table).
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
These are the official rules we have so far. There may be more. Read the official page before you apply.
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) — Department of Home Affairs
immi.homeaffairs.gov.au ↗ · checked 4 Nov 2026
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