🚨 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆. Here is everything international students need to know effective 1 July 2026. If you are planning to study in Australia, preparing your student visa, or already here and thinking about your next step these updates affect your budget directly. Read before you plan. 📋 WHAT CHANGED FROM 1 JULY 2026 💸 Student Visa (Subclass 500) INCREASED Now AUD $2,500 for most international students (up from $2,000). This is the third consecutive annual increase. The fee is non-refundable. 📘 ELICOS Students Small increase only English language course students pay AUD $2,050 (up from $2,000 — only 2.5% rise). The government spared this stream from the full 25% increase. 🏥 Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) INCREASED OSHC premiums have increased. Budget for higher health cover costs on top of your visa fee when calculating your total study expenses. ⚖️ Appeal Fee (ART) INCREASED Now AUD $3,727 to appeal a visa decision. Getting your application right the first time matters more than ever a refused visa now costs you significantly more to challenge. 🎓 Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) INCREASED Now AUD $5,750.00. If you are planning to stay and work in Australia after your studies, factor this into your long-term budget from day one. 👷 Work Rights - NO CHANGE Student visa holders can still work 48 hours per fortnight during study. Full-time during scheduled course breaks. 📄 Genuine Student (GS) Requirement - NO CHANGE The GS statement requirements remain the same. Financial evidence thresholds also unchanged (AUD $29,710 living costs per year). What this means for you: Every dollar you spend on a weak or rushed application is a bigger loss than it was last year. At AUD $2,500 non-refundable, your preparation needs to be right before you lodge. That is exactly what Multi-Edu is here for we review your profile before you commit to anything. 💬 Comment READY and we will reach out to help you understand how these changes affect your specific situation. ⚠️ Always verify current fees at Department of Home Affairs Website before lodging. Fees are subject to change without notice. #StudentVisaAustralia