Bansal Immigration Consultants as a trusted partner in your migration journey for Australia, always aim to keep you updated with all essential changes that may affect your visa application process. One such important announcement comes from VETASSESS, Australia’s leading assessing authority for a wide range of occupations under skilled migration and employment-based visa programs.
VETASSESS will introduce new fees across several services, including Skills Assessments, Chinese Qualifications Verification, Points Test Advice, and administrative services Starting from 22 October 2025
Whether you are planning a General Skilled Migration visa, a 485 Graduate Work visa, or applying under a Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), this update is relevant to you.
What is VETASSESS?
VETASSESS is an Australian Government-approved skills assessment authority that evaluates the qualifications and employment experience of applicants under various migration streams. Their assessments are a critical part of your visa application, especially for:
General Skilled Migration (subclass 189, 190, 491)
Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485)
Employer-sponsored visas
DAMA and ILA agreements
Key Fee Changes – At a Glance
All prices below are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and exclusive of GST.
Full Skills Assessment (including DAMA & ILA)
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Full Skills Assessment | $1070 | $1096 |
Priority Processing
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Priority Processing (Fast-track) | $806 | $825 |
Applicable to selected occupations for faster turnaround times.
Points Test Advice (Non-VETASSESS Occupations)
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Points Test Advice | $304 | $311 |
Used to support your points claim under the General Skilled Migration program.
Post-Vocational Education Work Visa (Subclass 485)
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Review | $406 | $416 |
Change of Occupation | $370 | $379 |
Post-485 Same Occupation | $832 | $852 |
Review of Assessment Outcome (Within 90 Days)
Data tableReview Type | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Qualification Only (Negative) | $332 | $340 |
Employment Only (Negative) | $595 | $609 |
Both Qualification & Employment (Negative) | $892 | $913 |
This service allows applicants to seek a second opinion on the initial negative assessment.
Other Assessment Services
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Reassessment – Change of Occupation | $728 | $745 |
Appeal | $1057 | $1082 |
Renewal of Skills Assessment | $462 | $473 |
Chinese Qualifications Verification (CQV)
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Degree Certificate | $145 | $148 |
Certificate of Graduation | $145 | $148 |
Academic Transcript | $178 | $182 |
Skills Assessment Support (SAS)
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Consultation for Migration Agents/Lawyers | $362 | $371 |
Consultation for Applicants | $256 | $262 |
Document Checking | $167 | $171 |
Admin & Refund Fees
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
Reopening of Closed Application | $167 | $171 |
Refund – Non-Priority Processing | $167 | $171 |
Refund – Priority Processing | $167 | $171 |
Refund – CHT / PACFA | $67 | $69 |
CQV Refund (< $200) | $33 | $34 |
CQV Refund ($200–299) | $45 | $46 |
CQV Refund (≥ $300) | $67 | $69 |
Reissue of Outcome Letter | $73 | $75 |
Membership & Credential Services
Data tableService | Current Fee | New Fee |
|---|
AMI Credentials | $228 | $233 |
AIHS Member | $269 | $275 |
AIHS Non-Member | $315 | $323 |
What Should Applicants Do?
Are you planning to apply for a skills assessment or related services in Australia, we strongly recommend submitting your application before 22 October 2025 to take advantage of the current lower fees. We prepare your documents early and get professional assistant will ensure a smooth, low cost, and successful application.
Need Help?
At Bansal Immigration Consultants, we provide end-to-end assistance for:
Skills Assessment Preparation
485 Graduate Visa Application
DAMA & Regional Visa Pathways
Points Test Advisory
Appeal & Review Support
Call Bansal Immigration Consultants Melbourne today or book your consultation to get started with confidence.
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