Australia Clarifies Migration Fee Collection and Refund Policy
For individuals applying for specific Australian visas, it means understanding that application fees are non-refundable, even if the visa is not granted or plans change. This highlights the importance of careful planning before applying.
Migration Services in Australia has clarified its policy regarding the collection of fees for certain visa applications and its refund policy. This information is relevant for individuals planning to relocate to Australia under specific programs.
Fees are collected for the WA State Nominated Migration Program and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa (subclass 494) applications. Payments are accepted exclusively via MasterCard and Visa.
According to available data, refunds are not issued under several circumstances. These include situations where an applicant changes their mind, an application is not approved, or a visa is not granted by the Department of Home Affairs.