Increases in the Visa Application Charges (VAC) for Tourist Visa Applications Lodged in Australia and Contributory Parent Category Visas
Contributory Parent category visas
Each year the second instalment of the Visa Application Charge (second VAC) for the Contributory Parent visa category is increased by a figure known as the Contributory Parent Visa Composite Index (CPVCI) as published by the Australian Government Actuary (AGA).
As a result the second VAC for Contributory Parent category visas will increase from 27 October 2008 as per the following tables.
Contributory Parent (Migrant) visa (subclass 143)
| Charge Type | Current Charge Amount | Charge Amount from 27 October 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd instalment | $31 555 | $32 725 |
| 2nd instalment For applicants under 18 years |
$1365 | $1415 |
Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 173)
| Charge Type | Current Charge Amount | Charge Amount from 27 October 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd instalment | $18 935 | $19 635 |
| 2nd instalment For applicants under 18 years |
$1365 | $1415 |
Contributory Parent (Migrant) visa (from subclass 173 to subclass 143)
If applicant holds a Contributory Parent (Temporary) visa
| Charge Type | Current Charge Amount | Charge Amount from 27 October 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd instalment | $12 625 | $13 090 |
| 2nd instalment For applicants under 18 years |
Nil | Nil |
Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) visa (subclass 864)
| Charge Type | Current Charge Amount | Charge Amount from 27 October 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd instalment | $31 555 | $32 725 |
| 2nd instalment For applicants under 18 years |
$1365 | $1415 |
Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa (subclass 884)
| Charge Type | Current Charge Amount | Charge Amount from 27 October 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd instalment | $18 935 | $19 635 |
| 2nd instalment For applicants under 18 years |
$1365 | $1415 |
Contributory Aged Parent (Residence) visa (from subclass 884 to subclass 864)
If applicant holds a Contributory Aged Parent (Temporary) visa
| Charge Type | Current Charge Amount | Charge Amount from 27 October 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd instalment | $12 625 | $13 090 |
| 2nd instalment For applicants under 18 years |
Nil | Nil |
Tourist visas
In line with the Department’s Financial Health Review completed by the Department of Finance and Deregulation, the VAC for Tourist (Subclass 676) visa applications lodged in Australia from 27 October 2008 will increase from $215 to $240.