# Australia’s Visa Fees Skyrocket | Melbourne News

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Podcast: [Melbourne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/melbourne-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7572838)
Published: 2026-07-12T15:20:56+00:00
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Australia’s visa fees have skyrocketed in just six months, with the 485 graduate visa jumping from $2,300 to $5,750 — more than double the cost of similar visas in the UK, US, Canada, and New Zealand. Resident return and bridging visas also saw massive hikes, leaving long-term residents and students feeling like they’re being treated as cash cows. Over 30,000 have signed a petition calling the increases unfair, while students are being warned to reconsider studying in Australia. Businesses fear the cost hikes will deter skilled workers and hurt education and tourism. The government claims the price hikes are needed to manage migration growth and cap international student numbers — sparking debate over who Australia is truly trying to attract. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/66ec001430fa7133

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